{"podcast":{"title":"B Student Podcast","slug":"b-student-podcast-7163471","podcast_index_feed_id":7163471,"rss_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/show/6478661/episodes/feed","website_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/b-student-podcast--6478661","image_url":"https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/5d1b904ad5ce54f3998017d132dbd2e1.jpg","author":"Winter Park Chamber of Commerce","episode_count":53,"summary":"The B Student Podcast is hosted by Betsy Gardner, the President and CEO of the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce. The podcast focuses on exploring the \"B side\" of influential and dynamic professionals. Just like the B-side of a record, where deeper, more personal passions often live, this podcast highlights the less publicized yet deeply impactful aspects of these individuals' work and lives. Betsy brings her extensive experience as a CEO, speaker, consultant, and executive coach to dive into conversations with experts from diverse fields. The goal is to provide listeners with actionable insights, strategies, and inspiration to help them succeed and create meaningful impact in their own careers and communities. Each episode introduces listeners to unique perspectives and lessons on topics like leadership, emotional intelligence, community building, and personal growth—empowering the audience to \"be\" more successful and impactful in their own lives. About the host: Betsy Gardner is a dynamic leader with a diverse professional background. Since January 2017, she has served as the President and CEO of the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce, where she has been instrumental in modernizing t…","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/b-student-podcast-7163471"},"episode":{"title":"25. 16 Pieces Every Man Needs with Craig Delongy | The Men’s Capsule Wardrobe Guide","slug":"25-16-pieces-every-man-needs-with-craig-delongy-the-men-s-capsule-wardrobe-guide","published_at":"2025-10-29T14:00:08+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/b-student-podcast-7163471/25-16-pieces-every-man-needs-with-craig-delongy-the-men-s-capsule-wardrobe-guide","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/b-student-podcast-7163471","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/25-16-pieces-every-man-needs-with-craig-delongy-the-men-s-capsule-wardrobe-guide--68318686","audio_url":"https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/68318686/ep25_guest_craig_delongy.mp3","summary":"If you want to look sharp, scale a business, and lead with gut and grit, this one is for you. Betsy sits down with menswear icon Craig DeLongy, founder of John Craig Clothier with eight Florida locations, to unpack the B-side of his 30-year journey from a single Park Avenue shop to a statewide brand known for service, style, and community. Award-winning retailer behind John Craig Clothier in Winter Park, Naples, Jupiter, Ponte Vedra, Ocala, and more. Recognized by industry and local publications for excellence in men’s style and service. In this episode: How trusting your gut and showing up for your community can outpace any slide deck Why customer experience is the real retail advantage The two things that matter most in menswear: fit and fabric A simple capsule for men: the 16-ish pieces that cover work, travel, and weekends Shoes, belts, shirting, and sweaters that pull it all together Pocket squares, dress sneakers, and when to skip the trends Mentions and takeaways Navy blazer as the anchor piece Dark denim and five-pocket trousers in versatile colors Dress shirts that move with you Loafers and lace-ups that work across dress codes Community involvement as a growth strategy Time Stamps: 00:00 - Intro and who is Craig DeLongy 04:39 - Launching John Craig on Park Ave (1996) 09:18 - First buys in NYC and early lessons 13:57 - Fit and fabric matter most 18:36 - Jackets, vents, and trouser fit today 23:15 - The 16-piece capsule wardrobe basics 27:54 - Shirts, polos, and belt essentials 32:33 - Sweaters, layers, and the hoodie debate 37:12 - Shoes that cover every dress code + pocket squares 41:51 - Trust your gut, community, team, and wrap-up If you enjoyed this conversation, like, subscribe, and share. 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