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Download Episode Here Becky McMahon, Executive Director of Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association and Bar Foundation, sits down with Alex and Molly to share her story and all the exciting things happening in the world of Cleveland law. Hear her passion for Ohio State Football, glimpse inside the Ohio State Supreme Court, and find out why Cleveland was once considered a "two-bar town". This episode is a bring-your-daughter-to-the-podcast day with guest audience members, Emily and Natalie. Be sure to visit cmba.org for all the upcoming events mentioned in this episode, including the Small Solo Expo, Wellness Initiatives, and info on the Leadership Academy. Visit www.gertsburglaw.com/bravenewworld for information on the Non-Profit Seminar on September 12th. Plus, here are links to the Pumpkin Roll documentary and Chagrin Documentary Film Festival website: grovehillatruestory.wixsite.com/grovehill/ and www.chagrinfilmfest.org [caption id="attachment_331" align="alignnone" width="230"] Our selfie with Becky was unfortunately lost in cyberspace, but here is Diane Hyland (John Travolta's first wife). Word is they look alike...[/caption] SHOW NOTES - 1:40 Molly's perfect vacation & kids' birthday parties- 3:33 Big news about the Chagrin Falls Documentary Film Festival- 11:57 Introducing Becky McMahon- 15:53 summertime self-discipline challenge- 19:23 CMBA and its history- 24:44 CMBA helping small law firms & new wellness initiatives- 35:40 How a psychology degree helps at the Bar Association and how Becky chose Smith College- 38:41 Young Becky considers her career path and grows up with Ohio State Football - 41:02 Becky has fun in law school and we shows us the inside a Supreme Court - 47:39 Becky takes her own cases at Benesch & Key Bank- 51:24 Working at Tri-C and having an impact in the community- 53:14 The future of the Law Field- 58:14 Rainbow Babies & serving on boards- 1:00:26 Non-Profit Seminar / Strategic Planning for Non-Profits- 1:02:16 Becky is proud of the first Leadership Academy- 1:04:34 Lightning Round

Download Episode Here In this Best.Postcast.Ever, Steve Millard talks with Molly and Alex about scotch, being a bad wrestler, and becoming Executive Director of COSE. Small business owners will be especially interested in this episode, where we learn what COSE does and learn who is the man leading the team there. Everyone will want to tune in to witness Molly's first ever taste of scotch. Contact Steve via his website at cose.org, where you can also find out more about the upcoming COSE Summer Networking Event on August 17th, and BizConCLE 2017 on October 12th. To learn more about the Wenis Report - https://www.facebook.com/The-Wenis-Report-Mockumentary-336341893455629/ And see the full Simple Summer Nights Concerts schedule, visit cvcc.org Steve interviewed Alex as part of his COSE series of interviews. Watch 3(ish) Minutes: New Trends in Law Firm Billing to hear Alex chat with Steve about innovative new billing strategies that law firms and their clients are using. Watch the video here: www.cose.org/Mind%20Your%20Business/HR/New%20Trends%20in%20Law%20Firm%20Billing.aspx SHOW NOTES 3:21 The Weenis Report 5:57 Orchestra and Blossom 7:22 Molly's binging on Suits 9:23 Summer Concert Series 11:57 Molly hosts the Golf Outing 13:57 Steve's intro 18:27 Scotch talk 23:57 Steve's "fighting" days and singing in musicals 29:29 Early career - big companies can be too big then consulting 31:28 Steve becomes Executive Director of COSE 36:48 COSE offers Health Insurance 37:21 Energy checks by COSE 41:42 Small Business testimonial for COSE 44:16 COSE staff and values and culture, plus the psychology of small business owners 49:42 Building up Slavic Village through Chain Reaction 57:25 Lightning Round

How do you catch a Tame Rabbit? Invite it on your podcast! Kaytie & Wendy Leonard bring their energy to Best.Podcast.Ever. and tell Alex and Molly about their brand new coffee shop in Chagrin Falls. Hear about the winding road that led them to Chagrin Falls, and learn why coffee is actually good for you! You'll be sure to get a kick out of which "sport" Molly once lettered in. If you think you may want to watch Kaytie's short film, listen for our new "Spoiler Alert" and skip about 25 seconds when you hear it. Visit tamerabbit.com and follow Tame Rabbit on Facebook to find out more about the shop and their upcoming events. More information on the Non-Profit Seminar in September can be found at gertsburglaw.com/events/bravenewworld/. [caption id="attachment_262" align="aligncenter" width="113"] Best.Dad.Gift.Ever.[/caption] SHOW NOTES: 9:31 Tame Rabbit in Chagrin Falls 13:19 Going to coffee school 15:36 Living in Ireland 17:59 Kaytie's film, "St. John" - spoiler alert (skip 0:25 sec) 19:35 Kaytie works at Fox and talks Roller Derby 22:59 Favorite books 26:50 More about Ireland 28:20 Coffee science 31:23 Golf outing & high school "sports" 35:52 Health benefits of coffee & more coffee science 48:29 Lightning round

In this cerebral episode of Best.Podcast.Ever., Alex and Molly sit down with a man that is revolutionizing dementia care and the assisted living industry. Jean Makesh, CEO and founder of The Lantern Group, tells us how he is changing healthcare and why his facility is different than any other. Whether you care for someone with dementia, are interested in how our brains work, or wonder how the environment influences our behavior, this week’s episode with make you think. Visit lanternlifestyle.com and svayus.com to learn more about Jean's projects and therapeutic approach. For more information about the essay contest mentioned in the episode, visit gertsburglaw.com/essay.

Who's the busiest chef in town? It's Kimberly McCune Gibson, our guest this week on Best.Podcast.Ever. Listen in as Kimberly tells Alex and Molly what it's like to feed the president and teaches us what an apiary is. As an added bonus, discover hidden gems around town, a children's book review, and tips for choosing a good wine. All this and more, now available on iTunes and Stitcher! Follow Kimberly on Facebook, or learn more about Kimberly's projects at their websites: Hungry Bee Catering, Cultivate Cafe and Carryout, and the McCune Family Apiaries.

Catch up with Alex and Molly this week! What’s up and coming in the Chagrin Valley? What’s changing at the Gertsburg Law Firm? Alex tells you the secret to having a good day, Molly gives you her movie reviews, and our cultured hosts share the best musical moments. Plus, the return of audience member Emily. Reconnect with the Best.Hosts.Ever. on this week’s Best.Podcast.Ever. Contact us directly with feedback or questions at [email protected]

You won’t believe how much there is to learn in this week’s Best.Podcast.Ever. episode with journalist Brenda Cain! What’s it like to be a woman covering NASCAR? Who was Viktor Schrekengost? How do you get a nasty call from the White House? If you read the news or if you don’t, you won’t want to miss this episode. Follow Brenda on Twitter @reporterbrendac

So much amazingness this week! In our first episode of 2017, we welcome Matt Trinetti, writer, traveler, and deliberate explorer. We follow Matt’s journey from Ohio, to Iceland, across Europe, and to his current home in London, where he helps professionals “escape the city”. As an added bonus, this episode features Nelly as the guest co-host. Read and subscribe to Matt’s blog at www.giveliveexplore.com or follow him on Twitter: @trinetti. This episode had some audio issues, and we apologize for the static and volume changes. Thanks for understanding! We’re upgrading to new equipment soon…

Alex and Molly welcome Jeff Griff to this week’s Best.Podcast.Ever. As president of the oldest surviving local business, and one of the fastest growing businesses in Northeast Ohio, Jeff shares his secrets for success. As we get a look inside his family business, we’ll also find out who lives in the greenhouse and everyone shares some of their ugliest teenage hijinks. Visit Jeff’s website at www.lowesgreenhouse.com. Learn more about the Rotary Club mentioned in the episode here: www.chagrinvalleyrotary.com. Stick with the Best.Podcast.Ever. team and watch us bloom with amazingness!