The MGM Show

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Join the founders of MGM Coaching, Carl Montante III and Evan Giokas, as they discuss business, life, people, conation, and more. A relationship that started in 2017 by a random golf pairing has led to business and friendship. We'd love for you to join us and learn how you can maximize your life, both professionally and personally. We'll be serious, and we'll slack off, but we promise to make whatever we talk about interesting. We've started families and businesses in our 20's and we're on a path and following a dream to create something bigger than we ever could imagine.

  1. 10h ago

    MGM #79 - Careers, Relationships, and Advice for Growth with Teddy Tiftickjian

    Episode #79 - Careers, Relationships, and Advice for Growth with Teddy Tiftickjian Episode HighlightTeddy isn't like most millennials. According to Business News Daily, millennials switch companies every 2-3 years. If that were true for Teddy, he'd have been at 5+ companies by now. However, he has only known one: Arch Insurance Group. From interning while at The Ohio State University to now being the Vice President of the Northeast Region, Teddy tells us why he hasn't left his company, and why he has no plans to leave anytime soon. For young professionals and college-aged students, this is a must-listen. What You’ll Hear in This EpisodeHighlight #1 — Teddy's Life and Career Journey Highlight #2 — The importance of treating people with respect Highlight #3 — Why Teddy is in complete sync with his career today Official Apparel Partner of The MGM ShowThe MGM Show is proud to partner with Donald Ross Sportswear, the Official Apparel Partner of The MGM Show. Donald Ross is known for premium golf and lifestyle apparel designed for performance, comfort, and timeless style—perfect for the course, the office, or anywhere in between. MGM Show listeners receive 20% off Donald Ross apparel. Use Code: MGM20 Visit: https://donaldross.com Official Putter Partner of The MGM Show The MGM Show is proud to partner with T Squared Putters, the Official Putter Partner of The MGM Show. T Squared Putters hand-mills every putter from solid billet in its family-owned shop in Orchard Park, New York—never cast—for a truer roll and more confidence on the greens. MGM Show listeners receive 15% off T Squared Putters. Use Code: MGM15 Visit: https://tsquaredputters.com Connect with MGM CoachingMGM Website: https://www.mgmcoach.com/ MGM Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mgmcoaching_/ The MGM Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themgmshow_/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mgm-coaching/ Email: podcast@mgmcoach.com Conative Matrix: https://landing-image-portal.lovable.app/ Interested in discovering your instinctive strengths or booking a coaching session? ➡️ Visit MGM Coaching to learn more.

    MGM #79 - Careers, Relationships, and Advice for Growth with Teddy Tiftickjian

  2. Aug 7

    MGM #78 - Going All In with Matthew Hart

    Episode #78 - Going All In with Matthew Hart Episode HighlightMatthew Hart was never the biggest, the strongest, or the most gifted. He was, however, the hardest worker, with the most passion. He brings that same focus and energy to anything he does. Whether it was playing basketball, now coaching basketball, or being a husband and a father, Matthew goes all in, all the time. Tune in, and you'll hear more of what I'm talking about! What You’ll Hear in This EpisodeHighlight #1 — If you're going to do something, go all in Highlight #2 — Rest and recovery are necessary for your long-term health Highlight #3 — The balance of family and the importance of a spouse cannot be overlooked About Our Guest Matthew Hart: General Manager/Director of Player Development of University of Virginia Men's Basketball Links & Resources: https://virginiasports.com/staff/matt-hart Official Apparel Partner of The MGM ShowThe MGM Show is proud to partner with Donald Ross Sportswear, the Official Apparel Partner of The MGM Show. Donald Ross is known for premium golf and lifestyle apparel designed for performance, comfort, and timeless style—perfect for the course, the office, or anywhere in between. MGM Show listeners receive 20% off Donald Ross apparel. Use Code: MGM20 Visit: https://donaldross.com Official Putter Partner of The MGM ShowThe MGM Show is proud to partner with T Squared Putters, the Official Putter Partner of The MGM Show. T Squared Putters hand-mills every putter from solid billet in its family-owned shop in Orchard Park, New York—never cast—for a truer roll and more confidence on the greens. MGM Show listeners receive 15% off T Squared Putters. Use Code: MGM15 Visit: https://tsquaredputters.com Connect with MGM Coaching MGM Website: https://www.mgmcoach.com/ MGM Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mgmcoaching_/ The MGM Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themgmshow_/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mgm-coaching/ Email: podcast@mgmcoach.com Conative Matrix: https://landing-image-portal.lovable.app/ Interested in discovering your instinctive strengths or booking a coaching session? ➡️ Visit MGM Coaching to learn more.

    MGM #78 - Going All In with Matthew Hart

  3. Jul 31

    MGM #77 - Building a Division 1 Basketball Program with Turner Battle

    Episode #77 - Building a Division 1 Basketball Program with Turner Battle Episode HighlightTurner Battle was a standout basketball player who grew up in North Carolina. As fate would have it, he ended up playing at UB in the early 2000's and has now found himself back with the program as its first General Manager of the program. With NIL changing the landscape of college sports forever, Turner is now tasked with growing the program, finding money to pay his players, and ensuring that these guys leave the program better than when they entered. Enjoy! What You’ll Hear in This Episode Highlight #1 — How a strong recruiting relationship brought him to Buffalo Highlight #2 — Why character is tough to find in the age of NIL Highlight #3 — How life comes full circle when you least expect it About Our Guest Turner Battle - GM, UB Men's Basketball https://ubbulls.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/staff/turner-battle/520 Official Apparel Partner of The MGM ShowThe MGM Show is proud to partner with Donald Ross Sportswear, the Official Apparel Partner of The MGM Show. Donald Ross is known for premium golf and lifestyle apparel designed for performance, comfort, and timeless style—perfect for the course, the office, or anywhere in between. MGM Show listeners receive 20% off Donald Ross apparel. Use Code: MGM20 Visit: https://donaldross.com Official Putter Partner of The MGM Show The MGM Show is proud to partner with T Squared Putters, the Official Putter Partner of The MGM Show. T Squared Putters hand-mills every putter from solid billet in its family-owned shop in Orchard Park, New York—never cast—for a truer roll and more confidence on the greens. MGM Show listeners receive 15% off T Squared Putters. Use Code: MGM15 Visit: https://tsquaredputters.com Connect with MGM CoachingMGM Website: https://www.mgmcoach.com/ MGM Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mgmcoaching_/ The MGM Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themgmshow_/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mgm-coaching/ Email: podcast@mgmcoach.com Conative Matrix: https://landing-image-portal.lovable.app/ Interested in discovering your instinctive strengths or booking a coaching session? ➡️ Visit MGM Coaching to learn more.

    MGM #77 - Building a Division 1 Basketball Program with Turner Battle

  4. Jul 26

    MGM #76 - The Human Side of Accounting with Lexi Weber

    Episode #76 - The Human Side of Accounting with Lexi Weber Episode HighlightFor a while now, people have liked to use the phrase, "AI is going to totally replace that." In the accounting industry, that is especially heard. Tune in to today's episode to hear how Lexi and her team at AICPA are handling this new era of accounting! Official Apparel Partner of The MGM ShowThe MGM Show is proud to partner with Donald Ross Sportswear, the Official Apparel Partner of The MGM Show. Donald Ross is known for premium golf and lifestyle apparel designed for performance, comfort, and timeless style—perfect for the course, the office, or anywhere in between. MGM Show listeners receive 20% off Donald Ross apparel. Use Code: MGM20 Visit: https://donaldross.com Official Putter Partner of The MGM Show The MGM Show is proud to partner with T Squared Putters, the Official Putter Partner of The MGM Show. T Squared Putters hand-mills every putter from solid billet in its family-owned shop in Orchard Park, New York—never cast—for a truer roll and more confidence on the greens. MGM Show listeners receive 15% off T Squared Putters. Use Code: MGM15 Visit: https://tsquaredputters.com Connect with MGM CoachingMGM Website: https://www.mgmcoach.com/ MGM Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mgmcoaching_/ The MGM Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themgmshow_/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mgm-coaching/ Email: podcast@mgmcoach.com Conative Matrix: https://landing-image-portal.lovable.app/ Interested in discovering your instinctive strengths or booking a coaching session? ➡️ Visit MGM Coaching to learn more.

    MGM #76 - The Human Side of Accounting with Lexi Weber

  5. Jul 10

    MGM #75 - Career Changes, Full Circle Moments, and Becoming a Father with Brendan Tenney

    Episode #75 - Career Changes, Full Circle Moments, and Becoming a Father with Brendan Tenney Episode HighlightBrendan went from not getting into the colleges of his choice, to studying Finance at Xavier University, to working in Corporate Finance, to pivoting to education because he kept feeling a nagging feeling like he was being pulled in a different direction. Tune in to this episode of The MGM Show to hear how he completely changed his career, married the girl of his dreams, and is now expecting his first child! What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeKey takeaway #1 — Life works out the way it's supposed to Key takeaway #2 — Don't run or hide from that feeling in your gut Key takeaway #3 — Find what you love to do and do that thing all the time About Our GuestBrendan Tenney, Assistant Director of Admissions @ Canisius High School Links & Resources: https://www.canisiushigh.org/ Official Apparel Partner of The MGM ShowThe MGM Show is proud to partner with Donald Ross Sportswear, the Official Apparel Partner of The MGM Show. Donald Ross is known for premium golf and lifestyle apparel designed for performance, comfort, and timeless style—perfect for the course, the office, or anywhere in between. MGM Show listeners receive 20% off Donald Ross apparel. Use Code: MGM20 Visit: https://donaldross.com Connect with MGM CoachingMGM Website: https://www.mgmcoach.com/ MGM Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mgmcoaching_/ The MGM Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themgmshow_/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mgm-coaching/ Email: podcast@mgmcoach.com Conative Matrix: https://landing-image-portal.lovable.app/ Interested in discovering your instinctive strengths or booking a coaching session? ➡️ Visit MGM Coaching to learn more.

    MGM #75 - Career Changes, Full Circle Moments, and Becoming a Father with Brendan Tenney

  6. Jul 3

    MGM #74 - Putters, Taps Rooms, and Entrepreneurship with The Tony and Mike Tuber

    Episode #74 - Putters, Taps Rooms, and Entrepreneurship with The Tony and Mike Tuber Episode HighlightHappy 250th Birthday, America, and welcome to the show, Tony and Mike Tuber. The MGM Show's most recent partner is T Squared Putters. A family-owned and operated business right here in Buffalo, NY, just a quick 20-minute drive south of the city. Tune in today to hear about how the business + Tees and Taps was started, who is responsible for what, and what it's like working with your brother on a daily basis! What You’ll Hear in This EpisodeHighlight #1 — Pitch Competitions and Starting a Business in College Highlight #2 — How Tees and Taps began with a tree putting a hole through the roof Highlight #3 — What 1 Year looks like for T Squared and the Tap Room Official Apparel Partner of The MGM ShowThe MGM Show is proud to partner with Donald Ross Sportswear, the Official Apparel Partner of The MGM Show. Donald Ross is known for premium golf and lifestyle apparel designed for performance, comfort, and timeless style—perfect for the course, the office, or anywhere in between. MGM Show listeners receive 20% off Donald Ross apparel. Use Code: MGM20 Visit: https://donaldross.com Official Putter Partner of The MGM Show The MGM Show is proud to partner with T Squared Putters, the Official Putter Partner of The MGM Show. T Squared Putters hand-mills every putter from solid billet in its family-owned shop in Orchard Park, New York—never cast—for a truer roll and more confidence on the greens. MGM Show listeners receive 15% off T Squared Putters. Use Code: MGM15 Visit: https://tsquaredputters.com Connect with MGM CoachingMGM Website: https://www.mgmcoach.com/ MGM Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mgmcoaching_/ The MGM Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themgmshow_/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mgm-coaching/ Email: podcast@mgmcoach.com Conative Matrix: https://landing-image-portal.lovable.app/ Interested in discovering your instinctive strengths or booking a coaching session? ➡️ Visit MGM Coaching to learn more.

    MGM #74 - Putters, Taps Rooms, and Entrepreneurship with The Tony and Mike Tuber

  7. Jun 25

    MGM #73 - Turning Passion into a Business with Alternate Golf Logos

    Episode #73 - Turning Passion into a Business with Alternate Golf Logos (Ryan Gabel) Episode Highlight Ryan Gabel started his career in sales. For the next 10ish years, he stayed in sales. Then, he was diagnosed with a brain tumor, leaned into his passion during COVID, and now he's designing logos for clubs all across the country. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Key takeaway #1 — How Ryan starts a new project Key takeaway #2 — Is AI going to hurt his business? Key takeaway #3 — How a brain tumor led to his now career About Our Guest - Ryan Gabel Founder, Alternate Golf Logos Instagram Website Official Apparel Partner of The MGM ShowThe MGM Show is proud to partner with Donald Ross Sportswear, the Official Apparel Partner of The MGM Show. Donald Ross is known for premium golf and lifestyle apparel designed for performance, comfort, and timeless style—perfect for the course, the office, or anywhere in between. MGM Show listeners receive 20% off Donald Ross apparel. Use Code: MGM20 Visit: https://donaldross.com Connect with MGM CoachingMGM Website: https://www.mgmcoach.com/ MGM Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mgmcoaching_/ The MGM Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themgmshow_/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mgm-coaching/ Email: podcast@mgmcoach.com Conative Matrix: https://landing-image-portal.lovable.app/ Interested in discovering your instinctive strengths or booking a coaching session? ➡️ Visit MGM Coaching to learn more.

    MGM #73 - Turning Passion into a Business with Alternate Golf Logos

  8. Jun 22

    MGM #72 - Blue Collar Work and a Family Business with Nick Cortese

    Episode #72 - Blue Collar Work and a Family Business with Nick Cortese Episode Highlight Ever think about going into the trades? Have you ever thought that if you didn't go to college, you'd just be viewed as "not smart enough"? In today's episode, we hear from Nick Cortese, VP of Cortese Construction Services, about what it's like to run a family business and how you can create immense value and wealth for yourself without even attending college. Tune in today! What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeKey takeaway #1 — What it's like working in a 3rd generation family business Key takeaway #2 — How getting into thousands of dollars of debt isn't always the best option Key takeaway #3 — You can create immense wealth from working with your hands About Our Guest Nick Cortese, VP of Cortese Construction Services Links & Resources: YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@HammertimeTVBuffalo Website: https://cortese.net/ Official Apparel Partner of The MGM ShowThe MGM Show is proud to partner with Donald Ross Sportswear, the Official Apparel Partner of The MGM Show. Donald Ross is known for premium golf and lifestyle apparel designed for performance, comfort, and timeless style—perfect for the course, the office, or anywhere in between. MGM Show listeners receive 20% off Donald Ross apparel. Use Code: MGM20 Visit: https://donaldross.com Connect with MGM CoachingMGM Website: https://www.mgmcoach.com/ MGM Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mgmcoaching_/ The MGM Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themgmshow_/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mgm-coaching/ Email: podcast@mgmcoach.com Conative Matrix: https://landing-image-portal.lovable.app/ Interested in discovering your instinctive strengths or booking a coaching session? ➡️ Visit MGM Coaching to learn more.

    MGM #72 - Blue Collar Work and a Family Business with Nick Cortese
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Join the founders of MGM Coaching, Carl Montante III and Evan Giokas, as they discuss business, life, people, conation, and more. A relationship that started in 2017 by a random golf pairing has led to business and friendship. We'd love for you to join us and learn how you can maximize your life, both professionally and personally. We'll be serious, and we'll slack off, but we promise to make whatever we talk about interesting. We've started families and businesses in our 20's and we're on a path and following a dream to create something bigger than we ever could imagine.

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  • Creator
    MGM Coaching
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    78
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 MGM Coaching
  • Show Website
    The MGM Show

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