B Student Podcast
Mayor Buddy Dyer: The “Airport Tram” Voice Who Led Orlando Through the Pulse Tragedy
Mayor Buddy Dyer: The “Airport Tram” Voice Who Led Orlando Through the Pulse Tragedy Mayor Buddy Dyer reflects on his tenure as Orlando’s longest-serving leader, sharing personal stories about the Pulse tragedy and his vision for the City Beautiful. Back to Blog April 17, 2026 In a region that welcomes over 75 million visitors annually,…
Read MoreThe Power of Loyalty: Thriving in Community and Business in an AI World
The Power of Loyalty: Thriving in Community and Business in an AI World From Mentorship to Mutual Trust. How Are You Showing Up at Work? Back to Blog March 24, 2026 Powerhouse attorney and community leader Laura Walda joined us on the B Student podcast to unpack the secret sauce of loyalty in a world…
Read MoreOrlando Magic’s Ryan DeVos on Legacy, Leadership & The Future of Sports
Orlando Magic’s Ryan DeVos on Legacy, Leadership & The Future of Sports Leading Through Family Values, Innovation and Hard Work Back to Blog March 11, 2026 In this episode of the B Student podcast, Betsy Gardner sits down with Ryan DeVos, Managing Director of the Orlando Magic and founder of the Orlando Squeeze. Beyond the…
Read MoreHow to Start a Successful Podcast with Jason Lederman
How to Start a Successful Podcast with Jason Lederman Professional advice and insights from the Winter Park Chamber’s Chief Marketing Officer. Back to Blog March 9, 2026 Normally found behind the scenes as the producer of the B Student podcast, Winter Park Chamber CMO Jason Lederman steps into the guest seat this week to share…
Read More“Human in the Room” — How to Develop the Soft Skills You Need for Today’s AI-Driven Workplace
“Human in the Room” — How to Develop the Soft Skills You Need for Today’s AI-Driven Workplace Back to Blog February 27, 2026 As artificial intelligence reshapes the modern workplace, a bigger question looms: where do we fit in? In this week’s episode of the B Student podcast, the mic flips as host Betsy Gardner…
Read MoreAuthenticity vs. Professionalism: Navigating Generational Expectations in the Modern Workplace
Authenticity vs. Professionalism: Navigating Generational Expectations in the Modern Workplace Back to Blog November 3, 2025 How Young Professionals Can Build Trust, Manage Up, and Decode Unwritten Rules in Multigenerational Offices The workplace is evolving fast — with five generations under one roof and a constant stream of technological change, including AI, it’s never been…
Read MoreLead with Authenticity, Curiosity and a Plan for Success
Lead with Authenticity, Curiosity and a Plan for Success Back to Blog October 27, 2025 B Student podcast guest Bob Jimenez, owner and gallerist of Winter Park’s Solana Fine Art, and former communications exec with Cox Media Group, AdventHealth and Disney, shared some candor and wisdom for leading with authenticity and curiosity along with critical…
Read MoreHow to Stand Out Online with Global Brand Strategist Phil Pallen
How to Stand Out Online with Global Brand Strategist Phil Pallen Back to Blog October 20, 2025 Strategies to Build Your Brand Authentically from an Industry Expert What does it really take to build a personal brand that stands out? In this episode of the B Student podcast, Betsy Gardner sits down with Phil Pallen, brand…
Read MoreThe Art of Storytelling: Lessons from “Happy Wife” Authors
The Art of Storytelling: Lessons from “Happy Wife” Authors Back to Blog October 17, 2025 When Storytelling Meets Community On the most recent episode of the B Student podcast, host Betsy Gardner sat down with Meredith Lavender and Kendall Shores, the dynamic duo behind the breakout bestselling novel Happy Wife. Set in Winter Park, FL, the…
Read MoreThe Power of Quiet Influence: Leadership Lessons from Carroll Hanley Goggin
The Power of Quiet Influence: Leadership Lessons from Carroll Hanley Goggin Back to Blog October 15, 2025 Exploring the role of humility, data and deep relationships in effective leadership B Student podcast host Betsy Gardner sits down with Carroll Hanley Goggin — a small business owner, community advocate, and past chair of the Winter…
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