Reverb Podcast

Reverb Podcast
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What shapes the way leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals think, solve problems, and define success? On Reverb Podcast, hosts Gary Barss and Todd Sherman explore career journeys, leadership insights, personal growth, and the mindset behind success through in-depth interviews with inspiring guests. Each episode dives into real-life stories, business lessons, turning failure into growth, and practical advice for navigating career, family, and life with purpose — all with thoughtful conversation and authentic energy.

Episodes

  1. Living the Dash: Mitch Slater on Music, Finance, and a 90-Year-Old Star Mom

    6d ago

    Living the Dash: Mitch Slater on Music, Finance, and a 90-Year-Old Star Mom

    Episode 6: From Howard Stern's Studio to Wall Street — with Mitch Slater What do you get when you combine a college radio intern, Howard Stern's first morning at DC 101, a stint producing for Larry King, 312 Bruce Springsteen concerts, and a career pivot into wealth management? You get Mitch Slater — and one of the most entertaining conversations we've ever had on Reverb. In this episode, Gary and Todd sit down with Mitch to trace a journey that defies every conventional career script. Mitch didn't take a business class in college. He had the lowest math SAT scores in New Jersey history (his words). But he had something Larry King told him was worth more than any degree: the ability to communicate, handle rejection, and truly listen. What we cover: The morning Howard Stern walked into DC 101 — and why Mitch was the only one thereWhat it was like to produce Larry King's late-night radio show at 21The lesson that shaped Mitch's entire career: "You never learn anything with your mouth open"312 Springsteen concerts, and what a true passion looks likeThe unexpected connection between entertainment skills and financial advisingAdvice for college graduates and career changers: don't worry about your 20s Guest: Mitch Slater Hosts: Gary Barss & Todd Sherman Follow us: ▶️ YouTube: https://youtu.be/f27gp4_LqiE 📸 Instagram: @podcast.reverb 🎵 TikTok: @reverb.podcast 👍 Facebook: https://tinyurl.com/3n8tvnrz Subscribe so you never miss a new episode of Reverb. You may also visit our website at www.reverbpodcast.net

    1h 2m
  2. The Mental Game: Life & Sports with David Elaimy

    Apr 15

    The Mental Game: Life & Sports with David Elaimy

    Episode 5: We talk with mental performance coach David Elaimy about what it really takes to perform at a high level in sports, business, and life. David has worked with elite athletes, surgeons, executives, and entrepreneurs, helping them identify and eliminate the mental “interference” that holds them back. His approach goes beyond traditional coaching by focusing on awareness, presence, and aligning actions with a clear personal vision. This conversation explores: The mental side of performance and why it matters more than mechanicsHow “interference” impacts results and consistencyThe role of awareness in unlocking peak performanceLessons from coaching high-level athletes and professionalsWhy success is more about how you live than what you achieve Whether you’re an athlete, entrepreneur, or someone looking to improve your mindset, this episode offers practical insights to help you perform better and live more intentionally. Key Topics Discussed: Mental performance vs. physical mechanics Identifying and eliminating “interference” Building awareness and presence Consistency and high-level performance Insights from elite coaching experiences Redefining success and intentional living Guest: David Elaimy Hosts: Gary Barss & Todd Sherman Follow us: ▶️ YouTube: https://youtu.be/f27gp4_LqiE 📸 Instagram: @podcast.reverb 🎵 TikTok: @reverb.podcast 👍 Facebook: https://tinyurl.com/3n8tvnrz Subscribe so you never miss a new episode of Reverb. You may also visit our website at www.reverbpodcast.net

    1h 35m
  3. The Wisdom of Precision: Surgery, Careers & Life Lessons from a Surgeon

    Mar 31

    The Wisdom of Precision: Surgery, Careers & Life Lessons from a Surgeon

    Episode 4: Dr. Bill Wagner, a renowned hand surgeon and sports medicine consultant with nearly 30 years of experience, shares his journey from childhood inspiration to becoming a leading expert in hand and upper extremity surgery. Join hosts Gary Barss and Todd Sherman as they explore the realities of medical training, the challenges and rewards of performing complex surgeries, and the human side of patient care. Dr. Wagner also shares fascinating stories from his career, including trauma cases, microsurgery, and his work with professional athletes. Whether you’re a medical student, aspiring doctor, or simply curious about life inside the operating room, this episode offers valuable insights into surgery, mentorship, and the discipline required to succeed in medicine. Key topics discussed: hand surgery, orthopedic surgery, microsurgery, surgical training, medical career path, trauma cases, emergency surgery, sports medicine, professional athletes, mentorship, patient care, life as a surgeon Guest: Dr. Bill Wagner Hosts: Gary Barss & Todd Sherman Follow us: ▶️ YouTube: https://youtu.be/f27gp4_LqiE 📸 Instagram: @podcast.reverb 🎵 TikTok: @reverb.podcast 👍 Facebook: https://tinyurl.com/3n8tvnrz Subscribe so you never miss a new episode of Reverb. You may also visit our website at www.reverbpodcast.net

    50 min
  4. The Founder of Car Toys: Dan Brettler on Risk, Growth, and Real Success

    Mar 12

    The Founder of Car Toys: Dan Brettler on Risk, Growth, and Real Success

    Episode 3: Entrepreneur Dan Brettler, founder of Car Toys and co-founder of Wireless Advocates, shares his journey of building a business from scratch into a multi-state retail empire. Dan talks about starting with just $30,000, the challenges of scaling a company, and the lessons he learned while managing rapid growth, leading teams, and delivering exceptional customer service. He also reveals the story behind his Costco partnership and how he turned opportunities into long-term success. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, startup founder, business leader, or aspiring retail professional, you’ll gain practical insights into leadership, business growth, resilience, and scaling a company. Key topics discussed: entrepreneurship, startup business, business growth, leadership lessons, building Car Toys, retail strategy, scaling a company, Costco partnership, wireless retail, customer service leadership, resilience, lessons for entrepreneurs Guest: Dan Brettler Hosts: Gary Barss & Todd Sherman Follow us: ▶️ YouTube: https://youtu.be/f27gp4_LqiE 📸 Instagram: @podcast.reverb 🎵 TikTok: @reverb.podcast 👍 Facebook: https://tinyurl.com/3n8tvnrz Subscribe so you never miss a new episode of Reverb. You may also visit our website at www.reverbpodcast.net

    54 min
  5. Success Beneath the Surface with Christopher McKey: Leadership and Resilience from a Submariner

    Feb 28

    Success Beneath the Surface with Christopher McKey: Leadership and Resilience from a Submariner

    Episode 2: A seasoned submariner shares leadership lessons learned from years beneath the ocean’s surface—where teamwork, discipline, and trust determined survival. He reflects on months without sunlight, the psychological resilience required in confined environments, and how staying calm under pressure shaped his mindset and career. This conversation explores overcoming challenges, building mental toughness, and developing the kind of leadership that thrives in uncertainty. His advice for young professionals and aspiring leaders is simple: embrace new experiences, pursue growth, and fall in love with the learning process. Life, he explains, is much like being under the sea—you don’t succeed by rushing, but by learning to breathe steadily in the unknown. Topics discussed: leadership development, resilience, teamwork, career growth, overcoming adversity, mindset training. Guest: Christopher McKey Hosts: Gary Barss & Todd Sherman Follow us: ▶️ YouTube: https://youtu.be/f27gp4_LqiE 📸 Instagram: @podcast.reverb 🎵 TikTok: @reverb.podcast 👍 Facebook: https://tinyurl.com/3n8tvnrz Subscribe so you never miss a new episode of Reverb. You may also visit our website at www.reverbpodcast.net

    48 min
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What shapes the way leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals think, solve problems, and define success? On Reverb Podcast, hosts Gary Barss and Todd Sherman explore career journeys, leadership insights, personal growth, and the mindset behind success through in-depth interviews with inspiring guests. Each episode dives into real-life stories, business lessons, turning failure into growth, and practical advice for navigating career, family, and life with purpose — all with thoughtful conversation and authentic energy.

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