On this episode of Learning to Fly, host Bruce Mittman sits down with one of the biggest names in sports history, Joe Theismann. They discuss Joe’s small-town upbringing and how it paved the way for his football career. Theismann shares the story behind the marketing campaign at Notre Dame that led to a pronunciation change of his surname to rhyme with ‘Heisman’, college football’s most coveted trophy. He reflects on his post-college career and how he seized opportunities, and negotiated his own contracts. After leading Washington to a Super Bowl win in 1982, Joe recounts the good, the bad and the ugly during his playing days, including the challenges of strike seasons and his infamous career-ending injury in 1985. They explore his perseverance and the transition of his career from active player to successful broadcaster, where he launched a second act lasting over 20 years. The episode wraps with Joe reinforcing the importance of resilience and gratitude on the road to success.

In the latest episode of ‘Learning to Fly’ our host, Bruce Mittman, sits down with Jeff Friedman, a seasoned security professional and “legend in the music community” with over 40 years in the biz. Jeff shares the story of how he got his unplanned start in the security business, working at small clubs around Boston, and his rise to becoming the head of Wizard Security, where he manages security for epic concerts. He recounts wild experiences with beloved big-time bands and describes how he managed large, rowdy crowds, including a now-infamous Green Day concert. While stressing the importance of establishing strong relationships within the music industry, Jeff reflects on the joy that has ultimately come from pursuing a passion-driven career over one focused solely on financial success.

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On this episode of Learning to Fly, Bruce is joined by Greg Hill, renowned radio personality and entrepreneur, who shares his journey from hosting a makeshift radio show in his garage to becoming a morning show icon on WAAF and WEEI Sports Network. The episode delves into Greg’s career path, his passion for radio, and the evolution of the industry over the past 35 years. Greg reflects on the challenges and triumphs of building a radio career, his philanthropic efforts through the Greg Hill Foundation, and his entrepreneurial ventures. He also discusses the impact of consolidation on radio and the enduring power of the medium to connect communities and create positive change.