Atlanta, Georgia is a cultural capital of the South with one of the most happening music scenes in the country. It’s a city of lively stories and unforgettable characters. All of which you’d miss if you never leave your hotel. In this episode, Janet invites you to venture out to the city’s Little Five Points neighborhood where streets overflow with hip eateries and retailers, including Moods Music, where owner Darryl Harris brings vinyl records, chill vibes, and a rich personal history to the...

In a bustling dynamic city of over 8 million people, the diner remains one of the few comfortable places you can sit down, relax, and get a taste of the familiar without feeling like you’re missing out on the excitement. For half a century, that’s what the Square Diner has been providing to New Yorkers, tourists, and business travelers hungry for a stack of pancakes. This week, Janet grabs a corner booth with owners Teddy and Anna Karounos to talk about how the diner has survived some of the...

There’s a code amongst magicians to never reveal their secrets. But on her latest trip through star-studded Los Angeles, Janet uncovers the secret to succeeding in business when she visits the city’s one and only magic shop, The Magic Apple. Tucked away on the second story of a strip mall, the owner of this charming hobby shop has been trading in tricks and organically building a loyal customer base for two decades. Is he simply out-hustling the competition, or is there something more magical...

Proving that heart plays a vital role in any story of success is the stylish Sole Play in Atlanta, a sneaker shop that is so much more than a sneaker shop. During a visit to the South’s cultural capital, Sole Play owner and entrepreneur Anthony “T.J.” Bennett gives Janet a tour of the shop’s iconic sneaker vault and explains how his business and its non-profit arm the Sole Circle Foundation combines fashion, gaming, and mental health into an unparalleled shopping experience. At Sole Play, an...

In the shadow of the Los Angeles skyline, a few short blocks informally known as the Piñata District shine bright with vibrant colors, candy, and culture. The story of this neighborhood is a story of unlikely partnerships in which a business woman unexpectedly finds herself making artisanal piñatas, and a family inspires a whole new generation of immigrant merchants. This unique business ecosystem shows what happens when business owners focus on collaboration rather than competition,...

Three minutes before midnight in Times Square, one of the most trafficked commercial centers in the world momentarily transforms into a vibrant digital art installation, providing a refreshing pause for locals and tourists alike. It’s called the Midnight Moment, and you won’t believe how something so unexpected came together. In this episode, Janet digs into the history of this unique collaboration between the advertising and arts communities before experiencing it herself with innovative,...

Have you ever imagined turning a simple work trip into an unforgettable adventure? Business travel has the potential to be so much more than a blur of meetings and hotel rooms. Every city is filled with hidden gems that can replenish the mind and spirit – and give us new insights about life and leadership.  Welcome to Offsite Adventures. Each week, host Janet Hsieh will guide you through fascinating stories waiting to be found in iconic business travel destinations. Adventure can fit into...