Rounding The Bases With Joel Goldberg

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In depth interviews with successful entrepreneurs and leaders that compare the winning traits of sports to business. A long time television sportscaster looks for similarities in teamwork, championship culture, diversity and relationships needed in between and outside the lines.

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August 25, 2026Episode 113336 min

Ep. 1133 Nate Peterson | Why Pickleball Fans Are Also the Sport's Biggest Players

Today’s guest is leading one of the biggest booms in modern sports. Nate Peterson is the Executive Director of Strategic Partnerships for the Association of Pickleball Players, the world’s first and only professional pickleball tour. From elite competition to developing the next generation of stars, Nate and the APP are shaping the future of America’s fastest growing sport. Before stepping into the world of pickleball, he built a career in business development, and now he’s bringing that same strategic vision to a game exploding in popularity across every age group. The paddle space has become a movement…and Nate Peterson is helping move it forward. Website: https://www.theapp.global/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialapptour/ Twitter: https://x.com/OfficialAPPTour Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theapptour Check out the conversation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/TjiVUHXOUqY

August 18, 2026Episode 113249 min

Ep. 1132 Jackie Stiles | Why Jackie Stiles Says Your Identity Should Never Be Your Job

Today on Rounding the Bases, I’m joined by one of the most accomplished players in the history of women’s hoops. Jackie Stiles is the retired WNBA standout known for raining buckets during her years with the Portland Fire. As a Missouri State Lady Bear, the prolific shooting guard rewrote the record books, claiming the NCAA DI record for points scored…a title she held for nearly 20 years. These days, Jackie’s athletic prowess lives on as a speaker and the Owner of NextGen Fitness, where she dedicates the same enthusiasm to training others as she did to perfecting her own game. Website: https://www.jackiestiles.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackiestiles10 Twitter: https://x.com/JackieStiles10 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jackiestilesofficial Check out the conversation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/U6d_BByO5R8

August 11, 2026Episode 113135 min

Ep. 1131 Steve Garraty | The Cancer Diagnosis That Changed Everything About How He Leads

On this episode, Joel is joined by an inspiring man whose cancer diagnosis became his determination to live a more fruitful life. His name is Steve Garraty, a Salesforce Vice President of Sales and author of the book Greatfruit, that is equal parts memoir and motivation. After surviving Stage III Hodgkin’s Lymphoma at just 18 years old, he turned a life-altering challenge into a lesson in resilience. Because sometimes the hardest chapter in your life is actually the one that changes the entire story. Website: https://stevegarraty.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevegarratyauthor/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stevegarratyauthor/ Check out the conversation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/a_wL3ka_fbg

August 4, 2026Episode 113034 min

Ep. 1130 Jessica Powell | The Surprising Power of Authentic Connection in Community Building

Joel is joined by a people activator who is all in for enriching KC’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. Her name is Jessica Powell, the Founder of Social Balances and Managing Director of Back2KC. What began as a passion project has evolved into a 20-year career championing her community. In that time, she has earned a reputation for her unmatchable ability to strategically connect growing companies with tools, confidence, and connections. Empowering those who cross her path not only to thrive with a lasting economic impact. Website: https://socialbalances.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/back2kc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572798176224 | https://www.facebook.com/jessicapowell1024 Check out the conversation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/rMzi6F5Gi_Q

July 28, 2026Episode 112932 min

Ep. 1129 Nathan Hall | Win the AI Search Game

Today’s guest is a tech trailblazer whose data-first approach to AI discoverability is changing the modern business game. His name is Nathan Hall, Founder and Systems Builder at Lefty Media Co., a KC-based web studio engineering clarity for humans and machines…first by helping them get found, then by getting them recommended. In the era of AI-powered searches, Nathan helps clients stay ahead of the curve, with practical strategies and measurable results needed to win. Website: https://leftymediaco.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leftymediaco/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leftymediaco Check out the conversation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Bu9I3fXOL2Y

July 21, 2026Episode 112858 min

Ep. 1128 Chris Kolenda | How Listening to Understand Can Prevent Tragedies in War and Business

An internationally renowned leader who is both a warrior and a diplomat joins Joel Goldberg. Retired US Army Colonel Chris Kolenda is the former Taliban negotiator who defied conventional wisdom to become a hero…and still continued to climb. As a civilian, Chris is Founder of the Strategic Leaders Academy, where he helps extraordinary people gain dramatic wins in the simplest ways possible. Because for people committed to always getting better, determination should be the only thing between them and their destiny. Website: https://chriskolenda.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colchriskolenda/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/christopher.kolenda.7 Check out the conversation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/1eHg0KC5OcQ

July 14, 2026Episode 112739 min

Ep. 1127 Jeremy Bredemeier | When Innovation Meets the First Tee

Today on Rounding the Bases, Joel Goldberg is joined by an entrepreneur who turned a great idea into a growing business…and revolutionized the way golf is played. Jeremy Bredemeier is the Founder of Touring Tee, a luxury golf simulator concept that brings the course to you. His fresh take on event entertainment delivers a premium experience anywhere, driving the game into exciting new territory and reaching audiences far beyond the fairway. Website: https://www.touringtee.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/touringtee/ Twitter: https://x.com/jpbredemeier?lang=en | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61588982232444# | https://www.facebook.com/jeremy.bredemeier.3/ Check out the conversation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Oz3ir8U_GsI

July 7, 2026Episode 112637 min

Ep. 1126 Clint Overton |The Little Things That Make Big Things Happen

Joel is joined by an entrepreneur who knows that winning in business takes more than a great game plan. It demands people that are willing to step up when it matters the most. Clint Overton is the Co-Founder and Managing Director behind Boardroom Bullpen, the firm helping growth-stage companies access an all-star roster of fractional executives. With more than 20 years of experience building a deeper bench, he’s become the trusted advisor of organizations that are ready to succeed…and turn big visions into even bigger victories. Website: https://boardroombullpen.com/ Twitter: https://x.com/ClintOverton100 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/boardroombullpen# Check out the conversation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/KvLjsfTx1-Q

June 30, 2026Episode 112545 min

Ep. 1125 Isaac Wambua | How Working Smarter, Not Harder, Can Save Leaders from Burnout

What happens when the biggest obstacle to your company’s growth is…you? If you thought the answer was working harder or leading louder, prepare to be challenged. Back on the show is Isaac Wambua, the Founder/CEO of Dynamo Methods and leadership systems architect replacing chaos with clarity and dependency with growth. Using a proprietary framework, he designs leadership that still works without the leaders themselves. It’s radical. It’s confident. It’s the entrepreneurial secret to breaking through burnout…and building something that runs because of you, not through you. Website: www.dynamomethods.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iwambua/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/isaacthecoach/ Check out the conversation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/QwFxNhGQtDU

June 23, 202644 min

Ep. 1124 Bill Miller | The Hidden Power of Company Culture During Rapid Growth and Acquisitions

Today we’re talking about the future of healthcare with a visionary leader who spent decades at the center of its transformation. Bill Miller is CEO of Wellsky, the global technology powerhouse connecting providers, caregivers, and communities across the continuum of care. Over the course of his rich career, his groundbreaking growth strategies have been the secret weapon behind the industry’s most influential businesses. Not only transforming the marketplace, but driving innovation and improving outcomes for missions of people around the world. Website: https://wellsky.com/ Check out the conversation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Q9Ei-mjFsy0