In this episode of Angles with John Richmond, John sits down with legendary NHL goaltending coach Mitch Korn. Mitch’s career spans decades at the highest levels of hockey, including foundational years with the Buffalo Sabres, where he helped redefine the role of the modern goalie coach and played a pivotal role in the development of Dominik Hasek.

The conversation is deeply personal, as Mitch was also John’s goalie coach growing up, creating a unique lens on mentorship, trust, and long-term impact. Mitch reflects on his journey from early goalie camps in Buffalo to a storied NHL career alongside Barry Trotz in Nashville, Washington, and New York. He discusses what it takes to build elite performers, the psychology of goaltending, and why relationships matter more than systems.

This episode is a masterclass in leadership, accountability, and passion on the ice and in life.

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In this episode of Angles with John Richmond, John sits down with Alex Dispence better known as Sup Chef a Western New York native who turned a background in professional kitchens into a massive online food brand. Alex shares how he transitioned from working in high-end restaurants to becoming an early breakout creator on TikTok, building an audience of millions through authenticity, humor, and obsession with food.

The conversation explores what it takes to grow and sustain a digital brand, how viral moments create opportunity and pressure, and why most ideas fail before one finally works. Alex also talks about balancing family life with entrepreneurship, delegating creatively, and his newest venture bringing sports-inspired flavors and food products to market.

This episode is a raw look at modern entrepreneurship, creative risk-taking, and building something real in a fast-moving digital world.

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In this episode of Angles with John Richmond, John sits down with Jesse Ciffa, owner of Chief’s Barber Parlor. Jesse shares his journey from learning barbering on YouTube and cutting hair in his grandmother’s basement to building one of Buffalo’s most respected modern barbershops.

The conversation explores entrepreneurship without a traditional business background, earning trust client by client, and why barbering creates a unique one‑on‑one connection that few other professions offer. Jesse also talks about hiring for personality, maintaining high standards, growing a team, and what it’s like cutting hair for professional athletes including members of the Buffalo Bills.

This episode is a candid look at craftsmanship, obsession with improvement, and building something meaningful through consistency, relationships, and community.

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In this episode of Angles with John Richmond, John sits down with Christopher Puckett, founding partner of Northeast Crash Dynamics and former New York State Trooper. Christopher brings decades of experience investigating serious motor vehicle crashes, crime scenes, and high‑stakes forensic cases.

The conversation explores how crash reconstruction works, what vehicle “black box” data can reveal, and how physics, math, and human behavior intersect in serious accidents. Christopher also shares stories from his time with the New York State Police, including crime scene investigation, blood spatter analysis, and major manhunt operations, as well as his work with Team Adam supporting missing and exploited children cases.

This episode offers a rare behind‑the‑scenes look at how truth is uncovered after chaos — and why discipline, preparation, and integrity matter when the stakes are highest.

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In this episode of Angles with John Richmond, John sits down with Larry Quinn, former President and Managing Partner of the Buffalo Sabres and one of the most influential executives in Buffalo sports and civic life. Larry played a central role in leading the Sabres through multiple ownership eras, including the Knox family and Tom Golisano, helping guide the franchise through some of its most successful and culturally significant years.

Beyond hockey, the conversation explores leadership under public scrutiny, organizational culture, downtown Buffalo development, public education reform, and Larry’s work with the Golisano Institute for Business & Entrepreneurship. This episode offers a thoughtful look at how leadership decisions inside major institutions ripple far beyond the arena.

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In this episode of Angles with John Richmond, John sits down with Colleen Heidinger, President of 43North, Buffalo’s nationally recognized startup accelerator. Colleen shares her personal journey from growing up in Buffalo’s First Ward to building a career in global media, film, and venture ecosystems and ultimately returning home to help shape Buffalo’s entrepreneurial future.

This conversation explores leadership, risk-taking, community-building, and what it truly takes to create an ecosystem where startups and people want to stay. From the realities of startup selection and venture capital to mindset shifts, Buffalo pride, and the human side of leadership, this episode offers a powerful look at how cities are rebuilt through people who show up.

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In this episode of Angles with John Richmond, John sits down with Tom Szulist, founder of Innocence Cannabis and Singer Farm Naturals. Tom shares a deep, thoughtful exploration of the human body, the endocannabinoid system, and how cannabis, food, and the microbiome work together to support balance and health. Drawing from decades of experience in finance, agriculture, and plant science, Tom challenges conventional thinking around medicine, wellness, and personal responsibility. This conversation goes far beyond cannabis — it’s about understanding the body’s operating system, living in the present moment, and reclaiming health through education, awareness, and nature.

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For more than 60 years, Adrian Jules has been a Western New York institution built on craftsmanship, relationships, and uncompromising standards. In this episode, John sits down with father-and-son team Peter E. and Peter A. Roberti to explore what it takes to build, protect, and evolve a true legacy business. They discuss generational leadership, adapting to changing styles and lifestyles, the importance of communication and trust, and why client experience matters just as much as the product itself

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In this episode of Angles with John Richmond, John sits down with Brad Gelber, the new Director of Marketing & Brand Strategy at Richmond Vona. Brad shares his path into marketing, what attracted him to Richmond Vona, and how intentional brand-building creates trust long before a client ever picks up the phone.

They explore what modern law firm marketing really means, balancing authenticity with scale, content strategy, internal culture, and why storytelling is the most powerful differentiator in a crowded legal marketplace.

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In this New Year’s Eve episode of Angles with John Richmond, John and Angles Producer Brett Tuttle sit down to reflect on the first eight months of the podcast - recorded exactly eight months to the day after their original test episode.

They talk candidly about why Angles started, what they’ve learned from dozens of conversations, and how listening, consistency, and community shaped the show more than any strategy or metric. This episode is about gratitude, momentum, and continuing the work into the new year.

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