Chase Doesn't Know

Daniel Shaffer is a father, husband, architect, real estate investor, and Jesus follower.... and he's about to move his family to Japan. Follow him at shafferfamily.co

Karma and the Killjoys is a piano-rock band based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Founding members Rain Scott-Catoire (Piano/Vocals/Writer), Sydni Myers (Vocals/Writer), and Sophia Brazda (Vocals/Writer) came together their freshman year as Theatre Performance majors at Louisiana State University in 2018 and began writing songs together. A culmination of catharsis, storytelling, and lots of harmonies, the music began its journey to become what it is today. Since then, the band has grown to include Thomas Vercher (Drums), Michael Blount (Guitar), and Tim Marchand (Bass) who launched the music into its exciting final form. Today, Karma and the Killjoys' original music invokes flavors of alternative, folk, and rock, creating their own unique piano-rock sound. Follow them on social - @karmaandthekilljoys - and listen to their music on Spotify.

Lindsey Duga is a published author, matcha tea enthusiast, sailor scout, vice president of operations, famous D&D podcaster, and Batman hater. After seeing Pirates of the Caribbean in middle school, she was inspired to create her own characters and stories. Her passion for the fantastical flourished as she wrote stories growing up, but after college she decided to turn her dream of publication into a reality. Many queries and conferences later, it was a Twitter contest that helped her catch the attention of a publisher and now, in 2021, she has five published books with more coming soon.

Matt Long is an Atlanta Braves fan, CrossFit junkie, Managing Attorney at Fleur De Lis Law & Title, and an aspiring TikTok twerking influencer. After playing baseball at Louisiana College, graduating law school from Southern, and a few years litigating in the courtroom, Matt is now spending his days closing real estate deals and doing burpees. We talk law, real estate, NFTs, crossfit, and more.

AJ “The Ghost” Fletcher is a professional MMA fighter, coffee mug enthusiast, and king cake addict. Growing up his competitive nature was always fueled through traditional sports, but after realizing a career in professional football seemed unlikely, he found himself trying out something new at a local gym. A few short years later and he's dedicated his every waking moment to fighting, has an undefeated professional record, and is gearing up for his first shot at an official UFC contract. AJ is a savage both in the octagon and out of it. Give him a follow on Instagram @aj_fletchermma and see his insane highlights on his YouTube channel.

Gavin Jobe is the executive chef and owner of Meribo, a modern-Italian restaurant in downtown Covington, LA. In this episode we talk about the last year of keeping a restaurant open and operating through COVID, mental health in the industry and among entrepreneurs, cooking (of course), and Gavin's new podcast/instagram show "If You Can't Take The Heat..."

Gerald Huggins is a lifelong aviator with 5,000 hours of flight time, a trained aircraft maintenance technician, business owner, immigrant, medical mission pilot, father, and future aviation accident investigator. Shortly after arriving in the USA at the age of 15, Gerald had his first introductory flight at the old "downtown airport" in Baton Rouge and his childhood dream of becoming a pilot grew stronger. Not knowing how to speak English and struggling through high school didn't stop Gerald from pursuing a successful career in aviation and accomplishing his goal of becoming a business owner. He's also made countless flights to rural locations across Central and South America as a medical mission pilot, transporting medical staff and supplies and handing out Bibles. His aircraft maintenance company, GH Enterprises, is located at the Baton Rouge Airport. If you have a plane, give him a call. He's the best around!

Ellen Pino is an entrepreneur, former professional cheerleader, expert saleswoman, tennis enthusiast, self-professed wine-o, mother, wife, and the owner of Avant Tous Beauty Bar & Spa. After her professional cheerleading career and crushing the corporate sales industry in her early 20s, she started her own business because she was convinced she "could do it better." Now after nearly eight years and almost losing her business twice, she's established three locations that support close to 30 employees and have tons of loyal customers. Check out the services she offers @avanttous and give her a follow @ellaminapino

Nolan America Reynerson is an outdoorsman, conservationist, knife collector, Eagle Scout, and the Chapter Development Director for the Coastal Conservation Association of Louisiana. He oversees and assists 30 CCA chapters across the state of Louisiana and plans and coordinates over 30 large scale fundraising events every year. He’s a huge advocate for the outdoors and loves hunting and fishing in places all around the world. From making Eagle Scout to missing the biggest whitetail of his life, the outdoors and conservation have always been important to him and he loves sharing that mission with others. Check out his knife collection (and notable hunts) on instagram @nolan_reynerson and see the work CCA is doing or become a member at ccalouisiana.com

Guy Oliver is an entrepreneur, hunter, mentor, and the definition of a hard worker. His journey from washing cars to building one of the most successful pool construction businesses in the region may be unconventional, but it's the epitome of what over twenty-five years of relentless grinding can get you. And while his business success is impressive, it may be his personal development that is the most inspirational. See some of his team's incredible work at gwoliver.com and follow GW Oliver Construction on Instagram @gwoliverconstruction

If you’re ever going to meet someone who can literally do it all, it has to be Jenny Ballard-Mayfield. Jenny is the Managing Artistic Director at Theatre Baton Rouge, an incredibly talented actor, and a genuinely amazing person. On top of running the show at Theatre BR, she's received her Master of Fine Arts from LSU and has spent time as a professional actor. (Check out her IMDB!) From performing and managing to directing and educating, Jenny operates at the highest of levels and is passionately doing her part to expand the influence of theatre and impact the world in a positive way. Visit theatrebr.org to get tickets and follow @theatrebr and @jenny.ballard78 on Instagram.

If you don't know Marlee Pittman, you probably don't hang out in Mid City. Marlee is the Director of Community Relations at Mid City Redevelopment Alliance and is one of the most recognizable faces you'll see in the area. She's a bonafide scholar (Truman), she's traveled to 12 countries (and lived in a few of them), she's passionate about the value of community, and she even knows her share of Arabic. Find her on instagram @marlee.pittman and follow @midcityredevelopment to see her great work in the community.

Meredith Waguespack is the epitome of a go-getter. She's an entrepreneur and brand builder whose growing lifestyle business turns 10 years old this year. From a single t-shirt design to running multiple businesses, she's an inspiration for those who have high ambition and enough determination to keep pushing until something becomes a success. Check out her business at sweetbatonrouge.com and follow her on instagram @mwaguespack.

Alan Phillips Jr. may just have the best job in the world. While being a Restaurant Partner, Fry Cook, and Cashier at Raising Cane’s is loaded with benefits (duh!), it’s no walk in the park. Developing young employees, organizing community events, managing a team of 50 people, and serving up delicious chicken fingers are just a few of the things Alan does everyday. He’s also an avid reader, podcast listener, NBA enthusiast, husband, and father of three. Go see him at Raising Cane's in Central and tell him Chase says "Geaux Tigers!"

Jonathan Snyder is a man of many talents and pursuits - the latest of which has officially launched him into the political arena as he is currently running for the East Baton Rouge Metro Council, District 11. He serves as the Executive Pastor at Antioch Baton Rouge, owns Pelican Janitorial, LLC, and if that's not enough, he's also training to acquire his private pilot's license and is scheduled to complete his MBA in 2021. Jonathan loves traveling and has a particular passion for humanitarian and missions efforts in third-world countries. If you live in District 11, you may see him canvassing but be warned, if you let him inside be sure to hide your blankets and cover your sofa because he'll probably take a nap on it. Read more on his website snyderforbr.com and follow him on instagram @snyder4batonrouge!

Karl Wiggers is the country's city boy and the city's country boy. He splits his time between visiting farms across the state, producing a weekly tv show, and producing a wide range of podcasts. He's a story teller, a musician, a husband, and a good friend. Check him out instagram @karlwiggers You know when you talk to someone and then as soon as the conversation is over you remember this long list of things you were going to ask them? Well it's safe to say Karl will be back at some point so we can chat about that long list I now have.

Keagan Finley is a former collegiate athlete, a non-profit director, a Kentucky native, and a future truck driver. He has been a swimmer his entire life and was the captain of the LSU Swim Team his senior year (2019-2020). Last year he rode his bicycle across America to raise money for his non-profit, Cannonballs for Kayne, an organization founded to raise awareness about the inoperable brain cancer DIPG that took the life of his 18-year-old brother, Kayne, in 2017. Please read more about DIPG and Keagan's non-profit at cannonballs.org and follow him on instagram @nkeaganfinley

Amy Dighton is a mother, wife, artist, dreamer, entrepreneur, podcaster, and marketer. She's building a killer team of creatives at her company, Clover Creative Agency (@clovercreativeagency), and works with businesses around the country to refine their branding, tell their story, and make more sales. She also takes business trips to Miami and hangs out with Snoop Dogg on the weekend.

Patrick D. Gremillion is the namesake and host of The Patty-G Show, "the place for thought provoking business discussions with people from all walks of life, in and around the Baton Rouge area!" When he's not hosting local business people and celebrities on his podcast, he spends his days working as an accountant at a local CPA firm. Subscribe to his podcast on your favorite podcasting platform, and go follow him on any social media channel. He's @thepattygshow everywhere!

Dewey Davis, despite what he may tell you, is a seasoned expert in leadership, managing people, and navigating the turbulent waters of being responsible for 800+ people on a daily basis. He spent over three decades in the public school system and over 25 years as an elementary school principal. He highly values family, reflective thinking, and getting the job done no matter the obstacles in front of him. You probably won't find him on social media, but you can read a little bit about him in the local newspaper, here.

Erin Bowling is a self-admitted foodie and the creative brain behind @eatbatonrouge. She can eat her weight in delicious food and will happily breakdown her philosophical opinions on tacos and pizza, if you think you're prepared to handle it. She's out there championing the best food in Baton Rouge, so if you're a food dummy like me - or even if you're not - be sure to follow her on the gram (again, @eatbatonrouge).

Jordan Hefler is a photographer, creative entrepreneur, and podcaster based in Baton Rouge. She lives by the phrase 'do what you want,' she celebrates an inspired chromatic lifestyle, and she thrives at helping people and brands visually translate their identities. Follow her, @jordanhefler, and listen to her podcast, Do What You Want Radio.

Luke Zito is a BR native living in and loving San Francisco. He's a former tech recruiter at Uber, a current industrial design student, craftsman, traveler, husband, and future puppy owner. Give him a follow on Insta! @lukezito

Casey Bryant Crawford is an all time dude, fueled by spite. He's a comic book author, stand-up comic, guitarist/singer/songwriter, husband, and father. Follow him @caseybcrawford and check out his music at virginityisrad.com.

Chef Gavin Jobe is a chef and restaurateur based in Covington, LA. He has been an aspiring chef since he was five, and now runs three successful concepts including Meribo, which showcases modern Italian cuisine with southern influences. Find out more at chefgavinjobe.com and follow him on Instagram, @chefgavinjobe

Adam Pitts is a real estate agent, broker, and investor. He's an experienced mountain climber, a world traveler, and ambitious entrepreneur. Follow his journey on Instagram @flippedpitts!

Jesse Moland is a an educator, administrator, and engineer. He's currently a full-time doctoral student at Oral Roberts University after having spent 18 years in K-12 education. Follow him on Instagram, @jesse.moland.

Thomas Wimberly III is an artist and designer based out of Los Angeles, CA but originally from Baton Rouge, LA. Check out his art at thomaswimberly.com and follow him on Instagram, @thomaswimberly

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