The TwoDads Podcast

Jeff Myers grew up at the Starlight Drive-In in Maria Stein, and when his family had to choose between letting the screen go dark or rebuilding it all, they rebuilt. Go see a their newly renovated theater this weekend.

This week we sat down with Zach Albert of Albert Sporting Goods in St. Marys & Coldwater. Third-generation owner of the store his grandpa started in 1980, and the guy who bought it with his dad sixty days before the world shut down. We get into how a regular person actually buys a business, what it's like negotiating with your own grandpa, and how a small-town store stays standing in the age of Amazon. Music Attribution: Call To Adventure - Scott Buckley– released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au

This week the dads sit down with Joe McClurg, owner of Rooster Joe Coffee in Coldwater. Joe shares how he and his wife Michelle dreamed about opening a coffee shop for twenty years before finally pulling the trigger, what it was like opening right before the 2020 shutdown, and the story behind his second location, going into the old Versailles firehouse alongside Made Apparel.

This week we sit down with Dave Meyer, Ohio Area Coordinator for Operation BBQ Relief and a member of the OBR family since 2019. From competition barbecue to the middle of disaster zones, Dave tells us what it really takes to serve "The One Hot Meal That Matters" — the meal that shows up after the tornado, the fire, the flood, when people have lost everything and need one thing that feels normal again.

Are we still letting kids be kids? Speech therapist Lauren Timmerman (TimberNook West Central Ohio) joins the podcast to talk screens, boredom, why every kid's got letters behind their name now. Plus, we dive into the free fixes every parent can start tonight. Sign up today: https://timbernook.com/providers/ltimmerman/Music Credit: Call To Adventure - Scott Buckley– released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au

Born nearly blind in Celina, Mindy Cook spent years trying to hide the thing that made her different. Fresh off a plane from the World Championships in China, Mindy sits down with the TwoDads to talk about what she really sees, the failures that shaped her, and how Mercer County learned to see one of its own. Mindy Cook is a Paralympic Silver medalist in the Tokyo Games in 2020.

Austin and Kayla Adams bought a gym nobody wanted.Snap Fitness in Celina — tucked in the Chief parking lot, written off by half the town, a reputation already hurt before they ever got the keys. Everybody had an opinion. Most of them weren't good.But this isn't really a gym story.Before these two ever took on a business people had given up on, they almost gave up on each other. This week they sit down with Mitch and Bill and get honest about the hard years, the near-end of their marriage, the faith that pulled them back, and the second chance that turned into something neither of them saw coming.

Around here, the church is the center of everything, but that doesn't always mean it's the center of our own minds. This week, we fix that.Father Ethan Moore of isn't the priest you grew up picturing. He rides a motorcycle, he's got the hair, and he's out to reach a generation that quit listening. We sat down with one Father to get into the life he gave up to take the collar, the loneliness nobody asks about, doubt, and what he'd actually say to the folks who drifted from the pew years ago and still feel weird about it.We run a community mailbag stacked with your questions, then close with a game where we make a real priest decide whether your everyday shortcuts are sins. Some of you are in trouble.

After losing two of their own children, Morgan and Marion, Mollie Verdier turned the hardest thing a parent can face into a mission to make sure no family walks that road alone.This week Rob and Mitch sit down with Mollie Verdier of Morgan's Place in Sidney, Ohio - a cemetery she and her husband Nathan built on their own farm to give miscarried, stillborn, and unborn babies a dignified burial at no cost to families. Mollie shares the 3am calling that started it all, the three promises she made that night, and why she believes joy and sorrow can live in the same room. If you've walked through this, or love someone who has, this one's for you. You're not alone, and there's help. Learn more or donate at morgansplacecemetery.org.This episode is dedicated to Neal Ray Sr. - Bill's grandfather, a father of six boys and grandpa to many.

It's Men's Mental Health Month, so we did one a little different. Spank from Gilbert Station pulled up to the table to talk about what he's going through - and the four of us got into the stuff guys around here usually dodge. Don't worry, it's still us. There's plenty of laughs, some games, and the usual nonsense along the way. It gets real, but it gets dumb too - that's kind of the whole point.

Kerry Roberts doesn't sit for interviews. It took us months to get him in this chair, and what we got was the real story behind one of Mercer County's most recognizable names.The bread route. The bartending. The deal that fell through. The building that nearly broke him. And the 2017 tornado that came through the front window of Ctown Wings. And the public nonsense - that it was all handed to him - finally put to rest.Kerry walks us through all of it.

He almost didn't live to see it finished.This week on TwoDads, AJ Mast pulls up a chair. The guy behind The Boathouse at Grand Lake — the spot you've driven past a hundred times on 127 — tells us how a kid from Mercer County built a business from the mud up and beat cancer with a one-year-old son waiting for him at home.We laughed our way through it, cracked every boat pun we could think of, and somewhere in the middle he told us about the Kardashian joke he made when twelve nurses thought he was dying.This one's funny. This one's real. This one's Mercer County.Hit play.

The Boardwalk in Celina. The Shipyard. Market Hall. Harvest Crossing. The cottages on the lake. Roofs over your neighbors' heads.One family quietly built most of it...and they've been doing it for 75 years.This week we sit down with Randy Bruns — the second-generation owner of Bruns Construction. We talk about what it's like to take over your dad's business, build your own chapter on top of it, and right now stand in the middle of handing it off to your own kids.Whether you're inheriting something, building something, or trying to figure out how to lead the people next to you — this one's for you.TwoDads merch is HERE

GET YOUR OFFICIAL TWODADS MERCHANDISE---------------One Phone. Every Game. One Story You've Never Heard.You've seen his videos. You've shared his videos. You couldn't pick him out at the local Walmart.This week, the man behind ReelLife sits down with us. He's the guy in the bleachers with a phone — Coldwater on a Tuesday, Marion Local on a Friday, some Saturday tournament three hours away that nobody else is covering. If your kid is playing, he's probably already there.We get into who he is, why he started, what it's cost him, and the story behind why he keeps showing up — one he's never told publicly before.

Most people have a dream job. Conner Prince actually has his.He's the newly named Chief Meteorologist at WLIO in Lima, Ohio, a title he ground for, doubted himself over, and finally earned. He's also built one of the most genuine social followings in the region.In this one we get into the climb nobody talks about — what it actually took to get the title, the moment he thought it wasn't going to happen, and where he was when the call finally came. We also get into his obsession with food, what life looks like now that people recognize him at the grocery store, and the work he's doing in schools across this area.If you've ever had a dream you were scared to say out loud — this one's for you.

Brooke and Braelen Bader own Made Apparel together — custom tees, every school logo in the county, and a second location coming inside a historic Versailles firehouse with a drive-thru coffee window. Braelen also runs Nite Owl Studio next door. Fifty feet of downtown Celina. One marriage holding all of it together.On this episode Mitch and Bill sit down with both of them to get the real story — how a t-shirt shop with no storefront grew into one of the most recognizable names in Mercer County, what it actually looks like to build something with your spouse, and what keeps you going when the fear is real. Plus Would Mercer County Wear It, the Junk Drawer, and Couples Therapy on the whiteboards.This one's for anyone who's ever had an idea and wasn't sure if their town was big enough for it.

He's seventeen. He's already a legend in Delphos. Forty-year scoring record — broken. Fifty-three points in a single game. Mr. Basketball finalist twice. But nobody actually knows Cam Elwer.So we sat him down and went there. The dad who coaches him. The mom holding it all together while her kid becomes public property. The little brothers growing up in his shadow. What dating looks like when the whole town knows your name.And Cam? He's trying to figure out what dating looks like when the whole town knows your name, what he gave up chasing all of this, and what it means to walk away from the only place that's ever known him. You've seen the highlights. You've heard the name. You don't know the kid. Now you will.

How do you find the next great MLB pitcher? Brian Garman knows. As the Minor League Pitching Coordinator for the Cincinnati Reds he oversees 110 pitchers and decides who moves up and who goes home. But before he was the one making those calls he was the kid who never made it. Drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers in 2010, Brian blew out his shoulder, emptied his savings account trying to get back, and walked away when the game said no. Today he is back inside the game he loves — this time building the system that develops the next generation of Reds pitchers. We get into what it really takes to make the big leagues, how you evaluate talent, what separates the guys who make it from the ones who don't, and how you sit across from a kid and end his dream when you once sat in that same chair. Plus we pitched fake menu items to a Cincinnati Reds employee, tested objects against Randy Johnson's fastball, and played Gate or Plate. Brian is from Wapak. We are from Celina. This one felt like home.

Most people drive past The Bay and never think twice about who owns it. Kyle Bruce bought it at 25 years old — and he's been working toward it since he was twelve.In this episode we sit down with the owner of one of Celina's most iconic restaurants. We talk about growing up inside those walls, leaving town to find himself, and making the kind of decision most people his age wouldn't even consider.If you've ever had a thing you kept putting off until the timing was right — this one's for you.TwoDads is a podcast from Mercer County, Ohio. New episodes every week.

Emily Westerfield looks like your standard Mercer County mom. Three kids, packed schedules, the whole thing. But she just delivered her twelfth baby — and only three of them are hers. In this episode, Emily sits down with the Two Dads to talk about the emotional and physical toll of surrogacy, the stories that never made the other interviews, and how she built Carrying Dreams — an agency helping families who can't have children on their own. If you ever thought two kids was too much, this one's for you.

Five brothers running one company shouldn’t work.Too many opinions. Too many personalities. Too many ways for things to go sideways.But somehow… it does.Ben Moeller is one of the five owners of ⁠Moeller Door & Window⁠, a family business started by his parents in 1987 that’s grown into a recognizable name across Mercer County.In this episode, we get into what it really looks like behind the scenes — the decisions, the disagreements, and the reality of trying to run a business with your siblings.We also talk about how the company has evolved, and how they’ve leaned into modern marketing and social media in ways they never expected.It’s a conversation about family, business, and figuring it out as you go.

Keith Wenning grew up in Coldwater, Ohio, where football is woven into the culture and expectations start early. He went from Mercer County football to becoming one of the most productive quarterbacks in Ball State history, eventually chasing the dream all the way to the NFL. In this episode we talk about the climb, the reality of life as a backup quarterback, what it feels like to get that close without ever taking a regular-season snap, and what happens after the game. Keith shares the transition back home, stepping into Ray's Refridgeration, his family’s legacy business, and what it’s like entering the next chapter of life when the plan you spent years chasing suddenly changes.

This week the guys sit down with Pete Beck from ⁠Forty Nine Degrees⁠ — a builder, entrepreneur, and local guy whose work is helping shape some of the most impressive athlete spaces around. From custom locker rooms to high-end athletic environments, Pete’s company is creating the kinds of spaces that make athletes walk in and say “wow.”But this episode isn’t just about construction.We talk about growing up in a small town, leaving home to chase opportunity, and what it feels like to come back with a new perspective. Pete shares the journey of building a business, learning along the way, and why the environments athletes prepare in actually matter more than most people realize.We also get into the story behind Forty Nine Degrees, the mindset behind creating great spaces, and what it takes to turn an idea into something real. It’s a conversation about sports, entrepreneurship, community, and the pull of small-town roots.

This episode is a little different.We sat down with Bill Homann — the keeper of the Mitchell-Hedges crystal skull — for a short window of time, and we wanted to take advantage of the opportunity. The skull is tied to one of the great modern mysteries and even inspired the Indiana Jones storyline, but this conversation goes beyond the legend.We talk about the mystery, the skepticism, consciousness, manifestation, and why Bill believes the skull can be a tool for reflection and awareness.It’s not our typical episode. It might not be for everyone. But we’re pushing ourselves to open up to new lanes and explore perspectives from around the world.If you’re willing to stay curious and hear something different, this one’s for you.

For generations across Mercer County and Darke County, Winner’s Meats hasn’t just been a place to buy food — it’s been part of family traditions, cookouts, freezers, and moments that matter. In this episode, Brian Winner joins us to share what it really takes to carry that kind of trust for more than 50 years.We talk about growing up inside a family business that started in 1928, the weight of protecting a name people rely on, and the lessons you only learn after decades of showing up, making tough decisions, and staying rooted while the world changes around you.And because we’re still us… Brian also presides over Meat Court — where internet meat opinions go on trial and the Honorable Judge Winner decides what’s preference and what’s a crime.Legacy, leadership, local culture, and a few laughs along the way — this one’s for anyone trying to build something that lasts.

This episode is different — a BONUS EPISODE we wanted to share in between our normal Tuesday releases.We recorded live at Caddy’s Golf Lounge during the Battle Bash for Skylar, a day centered around community, support, and a little girl whose strength has already impacted so many people. Because of everyone who showed up, donated, and spread the word, we raised over $4,250 to help Skylar and her family.Born with a severe form of Pierre Robin Sequence, Skylar has faced surgeries, a NICU stay, therapies, and ongoing medical challenges all before her first birthday.In this conversation, we sit down with Skylar’s dad, Ryan Muhlenkamp, to talk about what this journey has really been like — not from a medical perspective, but from a father’s point of view. The fear, the uncertainty, the resilience, and the moments where community makes all the difference.We’re incredibly grateful to Ryan, Faith, and the Muhlenkamp family for trusting us with their story — and to everyone who continues to support them. If this episode moves you, share it, reach out, and keep showing up for the people around you.Want to donate to help Skylar and the Muhlenkamp family?Venmo: www.venmo.com/fmuhlenkamp

Becca Wenning didn’t move to Ohio to build a tech company.She came here thinking it would be temporary — and instead Mercer County became home. Coldwater became where she raised her three boys. A bridal shop became her proving ground. And a layoff became the moment that forced a bigger decision: play it safe… or build.In this episode, Becca shares how she went from owning a bridal shop to launching Dressit, a tech company blending weddings and AI. We talk about small-town entrepreneurship, identity, risk, parenting while building, and how artificial intelligence is quietly reshaping everyday businesses.This one is about reinvention — and what happens when the future shows up in a place you didn’t expect.

If you think Bill Montgomery is just “the Celina Insurance guy,” you’re missing the story that matters most.In Episode 52 – Why a Simple Game Matters in a Complicated Life, we sit down with Bill to unpack the moments that shaped him — the wins, the pressure, the quiet turning points, and the baseball conversations that somehow explained everything else.This episode isn’t really about stats or scoreboards. It’s about family expectations, building a business, surrounding yourself with the right people, taking losses without letting them define you, and learning how to stay present when life starts moving fast.Bill shares stories that move from turning two dollars into a trip… to falling apart on the road… to realizing how a simple game can teach you more about leadership, resilience, and purpose than any boardroom ever could.If you’re carrying weight right now — work, family, decisions, the future — this one hits close to home.This isn’t a highlight reel.It’s a reminder of why the game still matters.

In Episode 51, we sit down with Mercer County Sheriff Doug Timmerman for one of our most honest conversations yet.With policing under a national spotlight — from Minneapolis to cities across the country — we wanted to zoom in on what it actually looks like to serve in a small community where everyone knows your name.Sheriff Timmerman opens up about his first year in the role, how the job has changed over the last two decades, the pressure of making tough calls, and what it takes to build trust when perfection isn’t possible. We talk about the heroin epidemic of the past, the rise of fentanyl, where Mercer County is headed, and what gives him hope about the future.We also get personal — from how the work affects family life, to the moments that stay with you long after the shift ends, to why he chose a career rooted in service in the first place.This episode is about responsibility, leadership, and protecting a place you call home.

Five brothers. One family restaurant. A moment that forced them to grow up fast.In Episode 50 of the Two Dads Podcast, we sit down with Gerardo Delgado of La Carreta to talk about growing up in a Mexican family that built something special in Mercer County — and what happened when his dad was in a serious accident and the boys had to step up.Gerardo shares what it’s like working alongside his brothers, carrying family expectations, honoring culture, and keeping a small-town staple thriving while still finding his own voice. We talk about Mexican culture, brotherhood, pressure, community, and why La Carreta has become more than just a restaurant around here.This episode is about responsibility, legacy, and showing up — for your family and your town.Episode 50. This one hits.

This week’s episode is about faith, leadership, and the Ohio State Buckeyes.Our guest is Matthew Benson — a young CEO and the creator behind a documentary "Redemption" about the 2024 Buckeyes and their championship run.And this isn’t just highlights and touchdowns.We get into what it takes to lead under pressure, how faith shows up when the stakes are real, and how you turn a season like that into a story that actually means something.Because at the end of the day, it’s not just about winning — it’s about who you become when the pressure hits.And as always — be sure to follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. That’s how you keep this thing going and help us grow.

Don Kemper has spent his life in places where standards matter.He’s the President of Midwest Specialties, a longtime referee, and a former commissioner of the Midwest Athletic Conference — which means he’s made tough calls in real time… while everyone in the building thinks they’re right.In this episode, we don’t do a résumé rundown. We pull the thinking out of Don: what leadership actually is, how you earn opportunity before it shows up, what separates talent from results, and how strong cultures are built (and broken)We also get into the real stuff — staying sharp for the long run, handling stress, and the routines that keep your mind and body in the game.And yes… we’re trying some new things too — including a Community Mailbag moment that somehow turns into a lasagna debate.If you’re trying to level up at work, as a leader, or just as a person — this one’s for you.

Today’s episode is about stepping into responsibility — sometimes while you’re still figuring it out in real time.This week, we’re joined by Alex Schmiesing from Globus Printing — a Minster, Ohio–based, multi-generation company that’s been manufacturing books and printed products for decades, and still doing it at a high level today.Alex and his brother are stepping into a leadership role that was passed down — from his grandfather, to his dad, and now to him. And we get into what that really feels like when you’re inheriting not just a business, but a legacy and expectations that don’t come with an instruction manual.We talk about what it’s like to grow into that seat, why it’s okay not to have every answer right away, and how leadership shifts when you’re also becoming a parent at the same time.If you’ve ever felt the weight of responsibility while you’re still learning — this one’s for you.

New year energy matters — and this episode brings exactly that.We’re joined by Jackie Arling, owner of Brick Haus Salon & Spa, for a conversation that goes way beyond hair. Jackie has built a space where independent, self-employed stylists can grow their own businesses while still being part of something bigger — and that comes with real lessons on leadership, customer service, and standards.In this New Year’s episode, we talk about:How to build the right clientele (not just more clients)Why the people you surround yourself with — customers, partners, teammates — matter more than everManaging expectations in a service industry where emotions run highLetting go of control while still protecting your reputationIf you’re heading into the new year thinking about growth, energy, and who you want around you, this conversation will hit home.🎁 Bonus ask: If you enjoy the show, don’t forget to follow us on Spotify — it helps us grow and bring more conversations like this your way.Happy New Year from the Two Dads Podcast.

With Christmas here and schedules packed, we wanted to drop a shorter bonus episode you can knock out on a drive, during a workout, or while wrapping gifts.In this conversation, we sit down with Brad Smith for a real, low-pressure talk about habits, health, and momentum as we head into the new year. This isn’t about having everything figured out or making some massive overnight change — it’s about thinking differently, starting smaller, and giving yourself permission to experiment instead of waiting for the perfect plan.We talk about:Why most goals fall apart after JanuaryHow to approach habits when life is busy and messyThe idea of permission — not quitting everything, but starting somethingSimple ways to think about health heading into the next yearIf you’re feeling reflective, a little tired, and still hopeful about what’s next — this one’s for you.🔗 Brad Smith — 90 for 90+ LinksWant to follow Brad’s “90 for 90+” journey and what he’s building with AgeLess Live More?Website: https://agelesslivemore.co/Facebook: www.facebook.com/AgeLessLiveMore.coInstagram: www.instagram.com/brad_n_smithContact Brad: [email protected]🎁 Bonus ask: If you enjoy the show, don’t forget to follow us on Spotify, subscribe on YouTube, and follow on Apple Podcasts. It helps us more than you know.Merry Christmas — and let’s roll into the new year with a little more clarity and a lot less pressure

Josh Werling is St. Henry through and through. He grew up there, played on the 2006 state title team, and this year came back as head coach to lead the Redskins to their first state championship since ’06 — snapping Marion Local’s legendary win streak along the way.But this isn’t just a football episode. Josh is also an optometrist at Mercer In-Sight in Celina, a small-town business owner, a husband, a dad, and a man of faith trying to juggle all of it while an entire community is watching. We talk about what it really feels like to carry that kind of weight — family, business, faith, football — and still try to come home as a present, normal human being.If you’re 25–45, trying to balance work, kids, expectations, and your own sanity, this one is for you — even if you don’t care about Cover 3. We get into pressure, doubt, leadership, time, and what this state title run can teach anyone who’s trying to build a life they’re proud of in a small town.

Today on the Two Dads Podcast, we’re joined by Kirk “Kirby” Stucke, the Head PGA Professional at the Mercer County Elks Golf Course and the man steering one of the biggest transformations in local golf history.We get into everything — growing up in Mercer County, becoming a PGA Pro, running a golf course out of a temporary cart-barn clubhouse, balancing family life with 15-hour golf days, and what the brand-new Elks clubhouse will mean for the community.But don’t worry… this isn’t just a golf episode.We dive into the hilarious misconceptions about PGA pros, the grind behind managing a course, weird things Kirk has seen on the fairways, and how youth golf & NIL is growing in our area.Plus: we play our new game show “Is That Really a PGA Rule?”(It turns out golf rules are way more ridiculous than anyone realized.)Whether you’re a golfer, a local, or someone who loves a good behind-the-scenes story, this episode is packed with laughs, leadership moments, and Mercer County gold.Click here to watch our Viral VideoSubscribe on Spotify and YouTube to support the show — it helps us grow and bring on more great guests!

Rainer Ziehm has spent the last two decades at the intersection of entertainment, tech, and storytelling — launching studios, directing music videos, building toy worlds, making games, and basically saying “yes” to every weird creative rabbit hole you can imagine. He’s directed and produced music videos tied to artists like Red Hot Chili Peppers, J-Lo, Pearl Jam, Bob Marley, and he’s helped craft brand stories for giants like Coca-Cola, Nike, Disney, Sony, Honda, Absolut, McDonald’s, MTV, ESPN, and Oreo. In this episode, we talk about what real creativity looks like in the age of AI: what “AI slop” actually is, how people are over-relying on tools, and where AI is genuinely powerful without replacing your voice. Rainer breaks down how he thinks about craft, risk, career pivots, and staying curious when the whole internet is screaming “optimize.”If you’re a creator, founder, or just someone wondering where all this is headed, this one’s going to hit you in the gut in the best way.Hit follow on Spotify, drop a rating, and send this to the one creative friend who’s both obsessed with AI and secretly terrified of it.

This AMA Special has everything — chaos, confession, small-town drama — but the moment everyone will be talking about is Bill’s major announcement.For the first time publicly, Bill shares that he’s officially stepping away from the food truck. Mitch already knew… but the audience didn’t. And hearing it said out loud hits way harder than expected. It’s honest, emotional, and a huge chapter shift in the TwoDads story.After the announcement, we jump into your AMA questions — business, family, Mercer County nonsense, and some of the wildest hypotheticals you’ve ever thrown at us.We’ve also got a full Mercer County rundown:Craig Stammen’s promotion, the Moose takeover, Open Mic Night at Gilbert’s Station, new restaurants on the rise (and some we’ve lost), plus the eternal debate… are we a Walmart town?And to close the episode, we hit the Local Legend Challenge, our charity game show where every question Bill gets right helps us donate to CALL Ministries for Thanksgiving.Unfiltered. Honest. Small-town to the core.This one feels big.

This week on the Two Dads Podcast, Mitch & Bill sit down with Tyler Schmitt, VP of Core Relationships at VaynerX and longtime right-hand to Gary Vaynerchuk.We dive into Tyler’s journey from the early days at VaynerMedia to leading relationships across one of the most fast-paced media companies in the world. He shares the career lessons, mindset shifts, and behind-the-scenes insights he learned working directly with Gary Vee.Then we crack open a world a lot of us grew up with — trading cards. From Pokémon to vintage sports legends, Tyler breaks down why the hobby has exploded into a multi-billion-dollar market, what makes certain cards worth thousands (or millions), and how nostalgia, scarcity, and culture are reshaping the industry.Plus, we put Tyler and Bill to the test with two card-themed games — guessing real card values and ranking which collectibles are actually worth more.Whether you’re into business, collectibles, or just great storytelling, this episode shows how passion and career can collide in surprising ways.Big ideas from small towns. Enjoy the show.

Seth Lonsway grew up in Celina, Ohio — a small-town kid from Mercer County who’s now pitching in the San Francisco Giants organization.But this episode isn’t about ERA’s or fastballs. It’s about leaving home, finding yourself, and learning what it really means to carry your roots with you.We talk about growing up in Mercer County, the pride and pressure that come with it, facing loss, and the grind of chasing something bigger than yourself. Seth opens up about the journey, the mindset, and what keeps him grounded no matter how far from home he gets.This one’s real, raw, and full of heart — the story of a hometown kid learning how to make it in a big world.

From Coldwater, Ohio to building one of the most talked-about small-town success stories in the state, Adam Rammel has spent his life proving that where you’re from doesn’t limit where you can go. As the co-founder of Brewfontaine, co-owner of The Syndicate, and VP of Marketing at Small Nation, Adam’s work has turned Bellefontaine into a destination — but what makes his story powerful isn’t the titles, it’s the mindset.In this episode, Mitch and Bill sit down with Adam to talk about the real side of building something meaningful — from navigating fear to staying authentic when everyone’s chasing attention. It’s a deep conversation about purpose, leadership, and how to recharge when you’re carrying more than most people realize.This one’s not just about business. It’s about believing in where you’re from, betting on yourself, and finding peace in what you build.

From cross-legged gaming nights on the carpet to billion-dollar stages — gaming didn’t just grow, it built community.This week, we sit down with Darren Glover, Senior VP of Gaming at VaynerSports (Gary Vee’s crew), to unpack how gaming evolved from living-room fun into one of the most powerful connection points in culture for ANY brand.Darren shares how creators, brands, and small businesses can all build loyal audiences by leading with authenticity, storytelling, and trust. We talk childhood roots, Twitch’s rise, mobile gaming, and the universal lesson behind it all — community beats everything.Whether you’re streaming online or serving food from a truck like us, this one’s about building something real — one fan, one follower, one friend at a time.

Before the Pro Bowl. Before the contract. Before the Cleveland Browns ever called his name — Joe Schobert was just a small-town kid from Wisconsin who showed up every single day and didn’t care who was watching.From walk-on to captain, from overlooked to NFL Pro Bowler, Joe’s story is pure grit. We talk surviving the Browns, the mental side of the game, what it’s really like learning NFL defenses, and how you keep showing up when everything around you’s chaos.It’s funny, honest, and packed with those hard-earned lessons every guy can relate to — work, pride, identity, and figuring out who you are when the pads come off.

From small-town Ohio to the cage, Jake Lee’s story isn’t just about wins and losses — it’s about purpose, pain, and the fight to become someone greater.With a 3-4 amateur record and a relentless drive to keep swinging, Jake opens up about his journey — from growing up in Wapakoneta to finding his way into MMA, the grind of training, and the mental battle that comes with stepping into the cage.We talk about what it really means to chase this lifestyle, the sacrifices behind the scenes, the highs and lows that come with it, and the reality of fighting in front of your hometown crowd.And on October 25th, Jake steps back into the ring at the Shipyard Showdown inside the Shipyard Sports & Events Center — fighting not just for a win, but for pride, redemption, and home.🎙 Plus, we lighten things up with a new segment: Who Would You Punch in the Face? — where Jake dishes out who (or what) deserves a friendly jab.The Life of a Fighter. The Mind of a Man. The Heart of a General.

In this episode, we sit down (digitally!) with baseball creator and podcast host Jake Savicki — the guy who’s built a brand by doing what he loves and not overthinking it. From his viral baseball commentary and Hold My Ball podcast to working with MLB stars, Jake has mastered the art of creating without fear — posting what feels right, staying authentic, and trusting his instincts.We talk about how he found his lane in baseball media, his rise through social platforms, and what it really takes to build something meaningful when you stop chasing perfection. It’s about passion, persistence, and the freedom that comes from not giving a frick what anyone thinks.This was our first-ever digital interview, and it shows us just how far we’ve come — and how much room there still is to grow. Jake had to hop off to go live mid-show, so we kept it raw, fast-paced, and real — the way good conversations should be.Tune in for laughs, lessons, and a behind-the-scenes look at a creator who’s redefining what it means to build your own path in the game.

Episode 33 of the TwoDads Podcast is one you don’t want to miss.We sit down with Mayor Jeff Hazel of Celina, Ohio — a man who’s been leading since 2012 through some of the town’s biggest challenges: toxic algal blooms on Grand Lake St. Marys, a heroin epidemic that shook families, and even an EF3 tornado. At the same time, he’s been driving upgrades to the lakefront, schools, and utilities — all while running Hazelnut Coffeehouse with his wife.This isn’t a political interview. It’s about what it actually feels like to carry a community through crisis, the emotional toll of public service, and the entrepreneurial courage it takes to risk failure and keep going. Jeff talks about what it’s like being the guy who sees people in the grocery store, who’s not always the most popular, but still has to make tough calls for everyone’s future.We also lighten things up with our signature TwoDads game show — Mayor or Malarkey — where Jeff and Bill battle it out over real vs. ridiculous mayor duties.By the end, you’ll walk away with a new appreciation for small-town leadership, and the very real people behind it.👉 Subscribe, drop a comment, and let us know: could YOU handle being Mayor for a Day?

This week on the TwoDads Podcast, we sit down with Molli Schleucher and Megan Peters — the heartbeat behind The HERD, a Celina-based nonprofit that has already raised over $319,000 to support CHD Warriors and critically ill children.Molli shares the story of her son Cash’s congenital heart disease diagnosis, what CHD really means for families, and how their fight turned into a movement that’s now protecting little hearts and advancing big research. We dive into hospital life, community support, and what it means to keep showing up when the odds feel impossible.We also lighten things up with a TwoDads-style lightning round game show — where every “correct” answer means more money donated straight to The HERD. Expect laughs, heart, and maybe a little chaos.Whether you know CHD personally or not, this episode will leave you understanding why it matters, why this community shows up, and how you can make a difference.To make your own impact visit www.theherdchd.com for more information!

In this episode, Isaac Buschur opens up about what it really takes to chase country music dreams while working a day job, how social media and streaming can make or break an artist, and what it means to be nominated for Song of the Year at the Josie Music Awards at the Grand Ole Opry. On a whim—while bedridden and grieving the loss of his child—Isaac submitted his music, never expecting it to lead anywhere. That moment turned into one of the biggest honors of his career.From late nights with a guitar to long shifts as a nurse, the North Star, Ohio native has lived the starving artist life. He takes us from writing “stupid songs” as a kid, to producing music in Nashville, to balancing marriage, fatherhood, health scares, and gigs while keeping the dream alive.We talk about faith, fear, family, and finding breakthroughs—and then Isaac faces off with Bill in our new game show: Boots or Baloney: Is That a Real Country Lyric?🎙️ Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or watch the full episode on YouTube.

Step right up, wrestling fans and Mercer County faithful — because Marion “The Handlebarred Haberdasher” Fontaine is in the building!In this episode we twirl the mustache and pull back the curtain on wrestling. From the thrill of independent promotions to the pain of injuries, Fontaine takes us inside the ropes and beyond the spotlight — showing how wrestling is part sport, part theater, and pure curiosity.We talk k-fabe, character building, crowd work, and the difference between a signature move and a finisher. And beyond competing, Marion has stepped outside the ring to own and produce Olde Wrestling, his throwback-style promotion that keeps the spirit of wrestling alive in a whole new way.And then… it’s game time. 🎮 Our new game show Finisher or Foolery?! puts Bill and Marion to the test: can you spot the real moves from the ones we made up? Expect chaos, laughs, and maybe a Mercer County–style Gutbuster or two.👉 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.