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Conquering Columbus Podcast

Conquering Columbus Podcast

Hosted by Josh Whitt, Mike Manuche, Joe Grandominico

Episodes

411

Latest episode

Apr 2026

Language

EN

About the show

Conquering Columbus is a brand for those across Central Ohio who are determined to find a way to align their skills, values, and talents in order to make a lasting and long impact during their lifetime on the city of Columbus. With a podcast as our medium, we research and interview those across Columbus, and at times abroad, who have achieved success in areas ranging from business and athletics, to medicine and beyond. The goals of the Conquering Columbus podcast is to document these individuals stories – from how they got to where they are today, to gaining a better insight into who they are and how they think – and provide our listening base in the city with valuable content to apply to their own lives. We have long term hopes that the podcast will become a central hub for all things extraordinary in Columbus, ultimately inspiring those across the city and connecting dots that otherwise may have been left unconnected for the worse.

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April 10, 202644 min

Luxe Brands

Lindsay Fork is the Founder and CEO of Luxe Brands, the parent company of La Jeune Mariee Bridal Collection, Luxe Redux Bridal, and Ohio Bridal Outlet. An award-winning entrepreneur, Lindsay has led the self-funded expansion of her companies into a multi-location bridal group delivering a luxury experience at every level — uniting multiple brands, price points, and …

February 19, 202637 min

Little Diggers

Little Diggers is the fastest growing indoor children’s playspace featuring over 1200 sq. ft. of sandbox space and 200+ toys, including Tower Blocks and the Sand Stacker. Originating in Dublin, OH, and now opening locations across the U.S., the company emphasizes hands-on play by offering open play sessions, birthday party packages, private event rentals, and …

December 23, 202541 min

BSI LLC

Randy Languis is the President of BSI, LLC, the Midwest’s leading provider of adaptive and remanufactured vehicles serving schools, healthcare systems, childcare organizations, public transit agencies, parking management operators, and nonprofit organizations. Prior to joining BSI, Randy was a Division 1 Student Athlete for The Ohio State University, and professionally spent more than a decade …

April 5, 202544 min

The Motivated Speaker

The Motivated Speaker is a collaborative work by Ruth Milligan, Acacia Duncan, and Blythe Coons. Drawing on their extensive experience coaching TED speakers, Fortune 500 executives, and other business professionals, they present a distinctive framework that transcends conventional public speaking guidance. Their expertise sheds light on the barriers that prevent individuals from becoming impactful communicators—and …

March 10, 202542 min

Balanced Family Academy

Balanced Family Academy of Clintonville is proudly owned and operated by husband-and-wife team Rob and Courtney Lewis. The couple began their entrepreneurial journey together by launching their Balanced Family Academy franchise, only to face the immediate challenges brought on by the COVID pandemic. In this piece, we delve into their motivation for starting a Balanced …

January 11, 202535 min

The Brokerage House

The Brokerage House, founded in November 2024, is a revolutionary, agent-driven real estate agency created by six of Columbus, Ohio’s leading real estate experts. Designed to challenge conventional brokerage models, it promotes a collaborative, empowering, and high-performing atmosphere where agents can excel. This forward-thinking group, made up of once-rival agents who have joined forces as …

December 30, 202426 min

Elevate Human Performance

Elevate Human Performance introduces a revolutionary gym experience that prioritizes holistic wellness and encourages individuals to take charge of their health. Breaking away from traditional fitness models, Elevate offers more than just access to equipment—it provides a supportive community where people at all fitness levels can unite and explore innovative paths to healthier, happier living.

December 1, 202425 min

Huber Equity Group

Huber Equity Group is a private equity firm focused on value-add multifamily investments throughout the Midwest and Southeastern United States. Established in 2019 in Columbus, Ohio, the firm has successfully acquired 1,032 multifamily units and achieved $120 million in transaction volume. Additionally, the team at Huber recently founded a second venture, Verti Commercial Real Estate.

November 26, 202431 min

PANL

PANL is on a mission to be the future of home building, where innovation and sustainability lead the way. PANL is transforming the industry with faster, simpler, and eco-friendly solutions designed for modern living — reimagining homes and redefining what it means to build for a better tomorrow.

November 5, 202440 min

Goodwill Columbus

Ryan Burgess is at the helm of Goodwill Columbus as it celebrates its 85th anniversary this year. He and Marketing Director Simone Attles talk about intentional growth as they opened three new multi-faceted facilities under 12 months, nearly a century of local impact, and what’s ahead for one of the region’s largest job providers employing …

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