In this special live episode of The Van Deeb Podcast (filmed at Hurrdat Sports Bar & Grill in La Vista, NE), Van sits down with longtime friend Andee Hoig, CEO and Publisher of the Midlands Business Journal (MBJ). They dive into Andee’s inspiring journey, the 50-year legacy of MBJ, and why leadership is about authenticity, fun, and being unstoppable.

From running her first 5K at 50 to leading through the pandemic, Andee shares wisdom on business growth, community impact, and embracing your true self. This conversation is filled with powerful lessons for entrepreneurs, leaders, and anyone who wants to leave a lasting mark.

👉 Learn more about Midlands Business Journal: https://mbj.com

👉 Contact Andee: andee.hoig@mbj.com

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In this inspiring episode of The Van Deeb Podcast, Van sits down with long-time friend and powerhouse leader Sandy Spady — founder of Power Up Leadership and Women With Voices. Sandy shares her journey of building confidence in others, creating a thriving community of nearly 4,000 women, and making a difference through volunteer work and leadership coaching. From keynote speaking to fundraising for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Sandy’s passion for people shines through every story.

📌 Learn more about Sandy’s work:

Power Up Leadership → https://powerupbysandy.com

Women With Voices → https://womenwithvoices.com

University of Nebraska at Omaha → https://www.unomaha.edu

💬 Ready to live an above-average life? Start asking the right questions.

Visit https://www.vandeeb.com

This will be your go-to podcast when you need a reminder to be the best you can possibly be and to always expect the best! Get Van’s podcasts directly in your inbox every month by subscribing on Apple, Spotify, and vandeeb.com or on your favorite podcast platform. Need more motivation and inspiration, then listen to Van’s Radio Show THE JOURNEY every Thursday at 5 p.m. and again on Sunday at 10 a.m. on KCRO.com or locally in Omaha, Nebraska at 660 A M. INVITE Van to speak to your group. Learn more about Van at www.vandeeb.com and make sure to sign up for Van’s monthly newsletter.

This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or Hurrdat Media YouTube channel!

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In this episode of The Van Deeb Podcast, Van chats with former Nebraska Cornhusker wide receiver Ricky C. Simmons about life after football, overcoming adversity, and finding redemption. Ricky shares how his mistakes turned into lessons, his journey through prison, and how he rebuilt his life by helping others.

Through his RCS Triumph Foundation, Ricky inspires countless people to rise above challenges and live with purpose. His story proves that no matter how far you fall, you can always come back stronger.

📌 Episode References:

Ricky Simmons → https://www.rickysimmons.com

Nebraska Cornhuskers → https://huskers.com

Tom Osborne → https://huskers.com/coaches.aspx?rc=178

RCS Triumph → https://www.rickysimmons.com/rcs-triumph

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💬 Ready to live an above-average life? Start asking the right questions.

Visit https://www.vandeeb.com

This will be your go-to podcast when you need a reminder to be the best you can possibly be and to always expect the best! Get Van’s podcasts directly in your inbox every month by subscribing on Apple, Spotify, and vandeeb.com or on your favorite podcast platform. Need more motivation and inspiration, then listen to Van’s Radio Show THE JOURNEY every Thursday at 5 p.m. and again on Sunday at 10 a.m. on KCRO.com or locally in Omaha, Nebraska at 660 A M. INVITE Van to speak to your group. Learn more about Van at www.vandeeb.com and make sure to sign up for Van’s monthly newsletter.

This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or Hurrdat Media YouTube channel!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.