The Industrious Podcast

Passion, authenticity, and the courage to leap — that's the foundation Connor Hitchcock built Homefield on, and it shows.

In Episode 67 of The Industrious Podcast, cohosts Vince Todd, Jr. and Joe Todd sit down with Connor Hitchcock, Founder & CEO of Homefield — the apparel brand redefining what it means to rep your team. From humble beginnings to securing 200+ licenses with university and professional sports brands, Connor's journey is one of bold bets, authentic vision, and relentless passion.

In this episode, we cover:

➡️ Taking the early leap into entrepreneurship

🔗 About Homefield: homefieldapparel.com

What happens when you stop chasing a career and start following a calling? In Episode 66 of The Industrious Podcast, cohosts Vince Todd, Jr. and Joe Todd sit down with Corrie Leister, owner of Inspired By U — a company dedicated to transforming homes through professional painting, staining, and renovation services.

But Corrie's story goes far beyond beautiful finishes. She shares how she built not just a thriving business, but a community — launching Inspired By U University to bring finishing experts together, fostering collaboration and shared growth across the industry.

In this episode, you'll hear about:

Whether you're a business owner, a tradesperson, or simply someone looking for inspiration to take the next step — this episode is for you.

Learn more about Inspired By U at inspiredbyu.com.

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What does it take to build elite athletes — and what happens when life forces you to rebuild yourself?

In episode 65 of The Industrious Podcast, cohosts Vince Todd, Jr. and Joe Todd sit down with Tom Morris, Assistant Athletic Director for High Performance at Pennsylvania State University. Tom has spent his career training some of the best athletes in the world, from the Philadelphia Eagles to Indiana University to Penn State, and he's seen firsthand what truly separates good from great.

In this episode, Tom shares:

Whether you're a coach, an athlete, or just someone trying to show up better every day — this one's for you.

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Join us for an inspiring conversation with 3-time Olympian Blake Pieroni! In this episode, cohosts Vince Todd and Joe Todd talk with Blake about the discipline, focus, and mindset that propelled him to the top of the swimming world. Learn how his early experiences shaped his journey and how he's now giving back to the next generation of athletes through Underdog Sports Performance.

Whether you're an aspiring athlete, a sports enthusiast, or just looking for motivation, this episode is packed with valuable insights and life lessons.

Learn more about Underdog Sports Performance at underdogsportsperformance.com.

What does it really take to reach the pinnacle of athletic performance? In episode 63 of the Industrious Podcast, co-hosts Vince Todd and Joe Todd sit down with US Winter Olympian Nick Page to explore the relentless drive and unwavering determination required to compete on the world stage.

From his early days on the slopes to representing his country at the highest level, Nick’s journey is a masterclass in passion and grit. We dive deep into the mindset that fuels his success, discussing how he overcomes setbacks, maintains focus under immense pressure, and stays hungry for the next challenge. Whether you are an athlete, an entrepreneur, or just looking for motivation to pursue your own goals, Nick’s story offers powerful lessons on what it truly means to Be Industrious.

In episode 62 of The Industrious Podcast, co-hosts Vince and Joe Todd are joined by “The Fundraising Guy” Harry Santa-Olalla. Tune in as Harry shares his entrepreneurial leap from England to New York City, his accidental career shift to raising money onstage for non-profit organizations, and how sobriety was the key to helping him reach his full potential.

Learn more about Harry’s work at www.harrysanta.com.

In episode 61 of The Industrious Podcast, co-hosts Vince and Joe Todd are joined by John Ryan, CEO of OrthoIndy. Tune in as John shares his passion for business growth and OrthoIndy’s commitment to serving patients across Indiana with the new and upcoming OrthoIndiana.

In episode 60 of The Industrious Podcast, co-hosts Vince and Joe Todd are joined by country singer/songwriter, and now restaurant owner, Clayton Anderson. Tune in as Clayton shares the ins and outs of the music industry and his new restaurant ventures in Indianapolis, opening in 2025.

Learn more about Clayton’s Country Bar: https://www.claytonscountrybar.co/

In episode 59 of The Industrious Podcast, co-hosts Vince and Joe Todd are joined by Scott Dolson, Athletic Director at Indiana University. Tune in as Scott shares his basketball manager days under Coach Bobby Knight, the challenges that come with NIL and college athletics, and his advice for young professionals paving their own path.

In episode 58 of The Industrious Podcast, co-hosts Vince and Joe Todd are joined by Mike Abrams, Senior Manager of Commerce at Google and podcast host of The Wrong Cat Died, a parody podcast about Cats the Musical. Tune in for how digital marketing and AI streamlines Mike’s professions to maximize his time.

Check out Mike's podcast The Wrong Cat Died