The B-Side with Sri

Faith Varwig, founder and managing principal of Faith Group, joins Sri Kumar, host and president of Connico, for a conversation about defining problems early, taking ownership, and building solutions before the industry catches up.

Mike Webber, an air cargo consultant whose career spans continents and critical global logistics work, joins Sri Kumar, host and president of Connico, for a conversation about how passion and humanity can shape the way we move through the world – and the impact we leave behind.

Pavel Polanco-Safadit, a globally recognized musician and community leader, joins Sri Kumar, host and president of Connico, for a conversation about connection, purpose, and composing a life where everything works together.

Daniel Kebede, president and principal at Abstract Group, joins Sri Kumar, host and president of Connico, for a conversation about creativity, how intentional thinking helps teams navigate complexity, and why great design often begins with the willingness to admit what you don’t yet know.

Jason Beutler, CEO and founder of Robosource, joins Sri Kumar, host and president of Connico, for a conversation about early career journeys, entrepreneurship, business setbacks, and a renewed philosophy on leadership and purpose.

In the first bonus episode of Season 2, Connico President Sri Kumar reflects on the patterns emerging beneath the conversations. Stepping back from individual guest stories, he explores themes of growth, curiosity, and meaning – and why the quieter decisions shape who we become more than any headline.

AJ Jacobs, a four-time New York Times best-selling author, joins Sri Kumar, host and president of Connico, for a conversation about choosing curiosity over certainty and reframing failures as experience rather than defeat.

Nick Ryan, Chief Development Officer for Arora Engineers, joins Sri Kumar, host and president of Connico, for a conversation about people, experience, and the power of connection.⁠⁠Get to know Sri on LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about Connico

Listen to the Season 2 trailer to learn more about "The B-Side with Sri," a podcast from Sri Kumar, president of Connico, that's all about the unexpected. The first episode of Season 2 drops January 29.

That's a wrap on Season 1 of "The B-Side With Sri"! Sri takes on the finale solo, recapping the biggest takeaways of our first season. Stay tuned for Season 2, launching on Jan. 15, 2026!

Carrie Shaeffer, VP and director of aviation at Swinerton, joins Sri to talk about how constructs her own joy by facing fears, leaning into strengths and giving back.

Chris McMahon, creative designer and mastermind behind some of the most memorable ads, joins Sri to talk about "making space," literally and metaphorically.

Paul Bowers, founder and publisher of AIRPORT IMPROVEMENT Magazine, joins Sri to talk about finding inspiration in unexpected places, navigating ethical dilemmas in aviation media, and shares how knowing your customer’s customer can change everything.

Rhea Hanrahan, director of aviation environmental & sustainability at HMMH, joins Sri to talk about curiosity and what happens when you stop chasing someone else’s version of success – and start trusting your own.

In this bonus episode, Connico President Sri Kumar steps up to the mic solo for a mid-season reflection on what he’s learning through podcasting – and juggling.

Arpan Patel – an Air Force officer, civil engineer, and founder who’s worked on airport projects across the globe – exploreS what success really means when you stop chasing and start reflecting.

Larry Studdiford, president and owner of Studdiford Technical Solutions, appears on the show to talk baggage systems, Halloween parties, and a leap-of-faith business launch.

Aviation market maven Linell Homentosky of AECOM shares why it's important to say "yes" when you're not ready, the power of "no," and advice for emerging professionals and leaders who want to transform their industries.

genWHY Communication Strategies Generational Researcher Krisitin Scroggin joins Sri to debate: "Can you really be anything you want to be when you grow up?."

Lauren Weinbaum, president of WMG, joins Sri Kumar, host and president of Connico, for an honest and energizing conversation in time for Small Business Week. ⁠Get to know Sri on LinkedIn⁠⁠Learn more about Connico

Listen to the trailer to learn more about "The B-Side with Sri," a new podcast from Sri Kumar, president of Connico, that's all about the unexpected. The first episode drops May 8. Get to know Sri on LinkedIn Learn more about Connico