Todd's Podcast
In a world of busy schedules, division, polarization, and a general sense of chaos, Todd’s Podcast is here to help you get to know the folks you think you know, what made them who they are, and how they make critical decisions in their world of influence. If we can laugh, goof off a little, tell some interesting stories, and provide some insight to their character and genetic code, then mission accomplished!
Episodes
61 episodes
53: Checking In with Sheriff Grady Judd on Immigration, Open Carry & Public Safety
In this episode, Todd welcomes back Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd for a wide-ranging and candid conversation about public safety in Florida and beyond. Sheriff Judd breaks down the realities of immigration enforcement, how local agencies now c...
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Episode 53
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1:02:48
52: All About Toys for Tots with Angela Davis
Angela Davis, Polk County coordinator for the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, joins Todd for a heartwarming episode about the mission and impact of this beloved program. She shares how her team brings Christmas joy to thousands of children eac...
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Episode 52
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51: Johnny Townsend - Former NFL Punter, Gator Great, and Future Olympian?
Johnny Townsend is a former NFL punter and a 2x All-American Florida Gator. He joins Todd to talk about life on and off the field, from his record-setting days in The Swamp to becoming a 2018 NFL draft pick. Johnny reflects on his journey throu...
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Episode 51
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50: Confessions of a Major League Umpire with Jerry Layne
Jerry Layne is a recently retired Major League Baseball umpire whose career spanned 35 years, from 1989 in the National League through both leagues until 2024. As one of the game’s most experienced officials, his resume includes historic moment...
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Episode 50
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49: Come Aboard for Life at Sea with Disney Cruise Director Christiaan Abbott
Christiaan Abbott is an Executive Cruise Director for Disney Cruise Line, currently serving aboard the Disney Wish. Joining Todd in this episode, Christiaan shares his remarkable journey from starting as a professional dancer at age 15, to perf...
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Episode 49
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48: The World According to Gen Z with Sarah Falcetti and Aubrey Martin
This podcast episode takes a fun turn as Todd sits down with two of Saunders Real Estate’s Gen Z team members, Sarah Falcetti and Aubrey Martin. Sarah, the firm’s Event and Community Outreach Coordinator, shares how her love for communication, ...
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Episode 48
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57:02
47: Guns & Butter, Interest Rates & Solar Power with Duke Energy’s Ben Friedman
Ben Friedman is the Senior Rates & Regulatory Strategy Analyst at Duke Energy in Tampa, Florida. He joins this podcast episode to share economic insights on the direction of U.S. interest rates, housing affordability, and workforce challeng...
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Episode 47
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46: Florida's Man of Steel, Drew Wilcox of Nucor
Drew Wilcox is the Vice President and General Manager of Nucor Steel Florida. He joins Todd in this episode to talk about his company’s micro mill in Frostproof and its overall impact on Central Florida. Drew shares his journey from...
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Episode 46
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55:57
45: How The 22 Project Helps Prevent Veteran Suicide with Alex Cruz and General Rob Polumbo
This episode welcomes Alex Cruz, cofounder of The 22 Project, and USAF veteran Major General Robert “Mumbles” Polumbo. Together, they share the powerful story behind The 22 Project, a nonprofit dedicated to reducing suicides amongst veterans st...
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Episode 45
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44: University of Florida Football Alumni & MVP David Hitchcock
David Hitchcock was a defensive lineman for the University of Florida in the 1970s and is a decorated land advisor at Saunders Real Estate. In his conversation with Todd, David shares stories from his days as a Gator football all-star, includin...
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Episode 44
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43: Sports Hall of Fame Talk Show Host Ron O'Connor
Ron O’Connor AKA "Ronnie Ocean" is a longtime broadcaster of The O-Zone on 96.7FM in Lakeland, and is a newly inducted member of the Polk County Sports Hall of Fame. In this podcast episode, Todd invites Ron to look back on a ...
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Episode 43
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Is It Safe to Fly in the US? General-ly Speaking #4 with Congressman Franklin and General Polumbo
In the fourth installment of General-ly Speaking on Todd’s Podcast, Todd welcomes Navy veteran and Congressman Scott Franklin alongside Air Force veteran Major General H.D. “Jake” Polumbo for an in-depth conversation on the evolving la...
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Episode 42
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1:18:06
42: How to Catch a Quadruple Murderer with Special Agent Tommy Ray
Tommy Ray is a former Special Agent with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) whose career spanned four decades. In this episode, Tommy shares gripping stories from some of his most high-profile cases, including the infamous 1997 Ne...
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Episode 42
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1:19:20
41: So You Want to Be a BBQ Pitmaster? with Smokin’ Jim Rabe
In this flavorful episode, Todd sits down with his longtime friend and barbecue restaurateur, Jim Rabe—owner of Smokin’ Jim’s House of Bar-B-Q in Auburndale, Florida. From pitching heat on the baseball diamond to slow-smoking ribs and brisket, ...
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Episode 41
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40: Are the Boys & Girls Clubs Worth the Investment? with Steve Giordano
Steve Giordano is the President and CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Polk County. Drawing from decades of experience in corporate turnarounds, Steve brings a practical, solutions-driven approach to nonprofit leadership—one that has helped s...
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Episode 40
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59:06
Launching From Scratch #2 - Concord Coffee
In this installment of our entrepreneur series, "Launching From Scratch," Todd invites TJ Zimmerman, co-owner of Concord Coffee. Founded in 2015, Concord is a craft coffee roaster and café with locations in Lakeland and Gainesville, Florida—bui...
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Season 2
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Episode 39
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56:33
General-ly Speaking #3
In this installment of General-ly Speaking on Todd's Podcast, Todd is joined by Major General (ret) H.D. "Jake" Polumbo and Major General (ret) Kurt “Nubes” Neubauer. Their conversation revolves around the complexities of Air Force ope...
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Season 2
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Episode 39
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1:10:29
Launching From Scratch #1 - Commercial Acoustics
Walker Peek is the Founder & CEO of Commercial Acoustics—a company specializing in commercial soundproofing, acoustic treatment, and sound masking solutions nationwide. In the inaugural episode of our "Launching From Scratch" series, Todd s...
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Episode 39
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#39 - Carter Henne
Carter Henne is a marine biologist and is the CEO of Sea & Shoreline, an aquatic restoration firm based in Florida. Joining Todd in this episode, Carter shares his passion for restoring and preserving aquatic ecosystems, discussing the impo...
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Episode 39
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1:08:54
#38 - Emily Rogers
Emily Rogers is the Founder & CEO of Emily Rogers Consulting + Coaching. With a career spanning over 12 years as an executive leader and advisor to Fortune 100 brands, Emily joins Todd to discuss the power of executive coaching, team develo...
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Episode 38
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57:42
#37 - Nick Del Castillo
Joining this episode is Nick Del Castillo, a former Special Agent with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and a former Deputy Sheriff with the Polk County Sheriff's Office. Nick has spent much of his law enforcement career undercover, na...
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Episode 37
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1:25:05
#36 - Robbie Bell
Robbie Bell is one of the largest and most respected beekeepers in the state of Florida. From his humble beginnings inspired by his grandfather to running thousands of hives across the state, Robbie joins this podcast episode to share his journ...
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Episode 36
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1:05:10
#35 - Tim Weisheyer
Tim Weisheyer is the 2025 President of Florida Realtors®, the largest professional trade association in the state. In this podcast episode, Tim joins Todd to share his vision for Florida Realtors®, how Realtors® add value to the real estate tra...
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Episode 35
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