Beyond The Spotlight Podcast
Two North Dakota hosts conduct long-form interviews with regional athletes and digital creators, focusing on their career journeys and personal stories.
This is an interview show that spotlights up-and-coming or established figures in the North Dakota and greater Midwest sports and creator scenes. It's less about national celebrity and more about the grind of Division I athletes, independent league players, and the people behind regional YouTube channels. The hosts also mix in 'internal' episodes, where they share personal life updates and behind-the-scenes stories from their own content creation journey.
“The on-location recording at places relevant to the guest and the hyper-regional focus on North Dakota-area athletes and creators give it a specific local flavor. This approach sets it apart from nationally-focused podcasts by grounding the conversations in a specific community.”
Who hosts this show
Beyond The Spotlight is a video podcast hosted by Jack Johnson and Aiden Hoff. Based in the Fargo, North Dakota area, the show features interviews with regional figures, primarily college and professional athletes, as well as content creators. The hosts often record on-location, such as on a baseball field or in a local coffee shop, to capture conversations about the guest's professional journey, personal background, and the realities of their field.
Other ventures
- One of the hosts, Jack, has a new job with CboysTV, a popular YouTube channel.
What kind of podcast
When new episodes drop
- 01Jose did this at bat!Jun 25, 2026 · 30s
- 02Always try to put a smile on your face!Jun 23, 2026 · 30s
- 03
- 04
- 05
- 06
Notable episodes
- 01José Sermo On Leaving Puerto Rico, Playing Pro Baseball For 15 Years...
Recorded on the baseball field with a 15-year pro, this episode exemplifies the show's on-location format and focus on the long, grinding careers of non-superstar athletes.
- 02Boden Skunberg On Going Pro, Winning Gatorade Player Of The Year, And How NIL Changed Sports!
A deep dive into the modern college athlete's experience, covering the transfer portal, NIL deals, and the pressure of D1 sports, which is a core topic for the podcast.
- 03The Real Reason I Turned My Tesla Into Lightning McQueen...
This 'internal episode' showcases the host-centric format, their connection to creator culture, and the type of personal storytelling that happens when no guest is present.
What you'll be asked on this show
The show uses a casual, two-host long-form interview format. A recurring game segment called 'Start, Bench, Cut' is played with guests. Periodically, the hosts release 'internal episodes' without a guest to discuss their own lives, projects like wrapping a Tesla to look like Lightning McQueen, and the podcast's growth.
Questions the host keeps coming back to
- “What was life like for you growing up?”
- “When did you realize you could pursue your career at a high level?”
- “What was the transition like moving from [one stage] to [the next]?”
- “What advice would you give to someone who wants to follow in your footsteps?”
- “What's your favorite part about your sport/profession?”
- “What was going through your head when you got your first big offer or opportunity?”
- “How has the business side of your industry (like NIL) affected things?”
- “What does it take to win a major award or achieve a specific milestone in your field?”
Signature segments
- · Start, Bench, Cut (Game)
- · Internal Episodes
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
The show books Division I and independent league athletes, often from the Fargo-Moorhead area, and figures from the regional content creator scene, such as those associated with the CboysTV network.
- José Sermoon Ep. 84
- Boden Skunbergon Ep. 83
- Brian "Big Wrench"on Ep. 81
- Noah Clootenon Ep. 82
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The podcast is heavily supported by a consistent slate of local and regional North Dakota businesses, indicating a strong appeal to a geographically concentrated audience. Sponsors are primarily in the food, service, and trade industries, such as Giant Snacks, GoGo Rental, Muehler Electric Inc., and North Dakota State College of Science (NDSCS).
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People also ask
- Who are the hosts of Beyond The Spotlight?
- The hosts are Jack Johnson and Aiden Hoff.
- Is the podcast still active?
- Yes, the podcast releases new episodes on a weekly basis.
- What is the format of the show?
- It is primarily a long-form interview show with one guest per episode. The hosts also record occasional 'internal episodes' without guests to share personal updates.
- Where does the podcast take place?
- The podcast is based in the Fargo, North Dakota area and often records on-location at places relevant to the guests, like sports facilities and local businesses.
- What kind of guests do they have?
- They typically interview college and professional athletes, as well as digital content creators, with a focus on figures from North Dakota and the surrounding region.
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