Best Brandon Leon Podcasts (2025)

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Sarah Bradford Unfiltered: Fix These Vacation Rental Mistakes Before 2026 59:25

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Send us a message! In this unfiltered conversation, Sarah Bradford joins us once again to break down the most common and costly mistakes she sees vacation rental operators still making today. Drawing from more than two decades in the industry and her experience building, scaling, and ultimately selling two successful vacation rental companies, Sara…

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Building Your M&A Reputation: Why Relationships Beat Transactions Every Time with Andrew Cohen 1:08:16

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Andy Cohen, Vice President of Corporate Development at F5 Andy has built a career that proves M&A is fundamentally about relationships, not just transactions. With 30 years of experience and 60 deals closed across high-growth tech companies including Citrix, Acquia, and F5, Andy has cultivated the kind of reputation where every CEO he's worked with…

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The Real Causes of Foot & Ankle Pain — with Orthopaedic Surgeon Doc Malik 1:39:05

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In this powerful conversation, Leigh speaks with Doc Malik, a former orthopaedic surgeon whose journey from a working-class upbringing in Glasgow to the operating theatre offers a unique perspective on the limitations — and possibilities — of modern healthcare. Together, they explore: • Why Doc Malik became disillusioned with the NHS • The importan…

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LIVE Special!: Murakami to the White Sox, Brandon Lowe to Pittsburgh, Orioles Add Shane Baz & USA 1B Debate | 125 1:36:23

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The offseason continues to take shape, and Episode 125 of Tablesetters brings together a week where the market didn’t explode — but it definitely shifted. We open with Munetaka Murakami landing with the White Sox, a short-term signing that reflects how teams are weighing upside against risk and flexibility. It’s a move that raises questions about f…

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Utah State's MJ Collins on Gaining Confidence at Utah State and Feeling at Home in Logan! 25:35

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Utah State guard MJ Collins joins Jeff Goodman and Rob Dauster on the Mountain West Insider Podcast to break down one of the most dramatic breakout seasons in college basketball. Averaging over 20 points per game after never averaging more than 7.5 before, Collins opens up about how belief from his coaches, trust from teammates, and a fresh start i…

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What The Data Really Says About Orthodontics in 2026 with Chris Bentson 46:35

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Orthodontic practice management expert Chris Bentson, Founder, Bentson Copple Patterson & Associates, joins hosts Dr. Leon Klempner and Amy Epstein on the Golden Age of Orthodontics podcast to analyze the competitive landscape facing private practice orthodontics in 2026. With nearly four decades of experience in practice valuation and business str…

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Guest: Dominic Leone (Former MLB Pitcher) | Mental Health, Bullpen Reality, Identity After Baseball & Life Beyond the Stat Line | 124 1:06:49

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Welcome to Episode 124 of Tablesetters, and today’s conversation goes well beyond wins, losses, and box scores. We’re joined by Dominic Leone, a former Major League reliever who pitched professionally from 2012 through 2024, navigating more than a decade inside big league clubhouses during one of the most transformative periods in modern baseball. …

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DARM 2025 Fireside Chats: What the Industry Is Finally Saying Out Loud 44:22

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Send us a message! This episode was recorded live at DARM 2025, right in the middle of the event, while the conversations were still unfolding and the energy was still fresh. Alex & Annie sit down for two fireside chats with Alex Cisneros (StayTerra) and Dennis Goedheid (Casiola) to talk through what’s showing up in the industry right now, and what…

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From Wholesaling to Raising Millions: Why Control of Capital Changes Everything in Real Estate with Devin Robinson 47:25

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In this episode, Brandon Bateman sits down with wholesaling expert Tony Mont to break down why most real estate investors are wasting money on marketing and killing their own leads. If you're struggling with conversion rates, deal flow, or building a team that actually closes, this conversation reveals the exact systems Tony used to generate $9 mil…

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My Daughter Interviews Me About M&A | Holiday Special Episode with Shyla Patel 1:07:26

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In this special father-daughter episode, My daughter interviews me on my new book on Buyer-Led M&A™. We break down the framework built from over 400 practitioner interviews—covering why traditional M&A is flawed, how to shift from reactive auction-chasing to proactive deal sourcing, and why integration planning must begin during diligence. Things y…

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“I Said Goodbye to My Husband”: Kelly’s Fight Through Pelvic Pain & Emergency Surgery 1:05:01

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Pelvic pain, endometriosis, and fertility challenges affect millions of women — yet far too many are dismissed, misdiagnosed, or left searching for answers on their own. In this powerful conversation, Kelly shares her harrowing journey through a life-threatening medical emergency that resulted in emergency surgery. She describes the fear, the uncer…

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Reinventing the Backend: Jim Devos Debuts VRWorks 36:55

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Send us a message! In this episode, we are joined by Jim DeVos, industry veteran, former co-owner of Best Beach Getaways, for the first public reveal of VR Works — the backend system he spent years building to fix the operational pain points he couldn’t ignore. Jim breaks down how VR Works evolved from an internal solution into a fully integrated p…

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Edwin Díaz to Dodgers, Schwarber Stays in Philly, Kent to Cooperstown & White Sox Win the Draft Lottery | 123 1:04:19

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The offseason really planted its flag this week, and Episode 123 of Tablesetters is loaded. The Dodgers doubled down on their super-team bullpen by landing Edwin Díaz on a record-setting three-year deal, instantly changing the late-inning landscape and raising the bar yet again on what an all-in contender looks like. In the same tier of aggression,…

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Mountain West Insider! New Mexico’s Deyton Albury on his UNIQUE journey to New Mexico + MORE 31:18

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Welcome to another episode of The Mountain West Insider! Today, Rob and Jeff are joined by New Mexico's Deyton Albury to discuss his different path to New Mexico, his start to the season, and preparing for conference play! The Field of 68 is presented by BetMGM Start earning points for listening to this podcast. Download the Autograph app here and …

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How to Compete in a Declining Equity Market: Devin’s Sub2 + Wrap Method Explained 45:31

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In this episode, Brandon Bateman sits down with Devin Robinson to break down exactly how he raised over $2 million in capital after losing everything when hedge funds dried up overnight. Devin shares his complete system for raising capital through social media, converting low-equity deals into profitable wrapped notes, and building a real estate fu…

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How to Score Culture Fit in M&A with Sharon Van Zeeland 59:32

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Sharon Van Zeeland, Vice President of Strategy and Corporate Development at Rockwell Automation Sharon brings a unique engineer's perspective to the softest parts of M&A. In this episode, Sharon reveals how Rockwell developed a systematic scoring system for evaluating culture fit during due diligence—complete with numerical rankings across key dime…

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Healing Pain Beyond the Physical: Toxicity, Emotions & the Subconscious Mind with Dr. Sean McCaffrey 1:22:43

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In this powerful episode of Beyond the Pain, I’m joined by Dr. Sean McCaffrey, who shares his remarkable journey from aspiring lawyer to dedicated healer — a path shaped by personal loss, intuition, and a family legacy in medicine. Sean breaks down the true nature of chronic pain and why it’s never just about the tissues. He explains how lasting he…

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LIVE Special!: Winter Meetings Preview, Mets Add Devin Williams & Orioles Strengthen Bullpen with Helsley | 122 1:33:10

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The league is not easing into the Winter Meetings. Everything is already moving. Episode 122 opens with a full preview of the Winter Meetings in Orlando, where front offices, agents, and scouts spend four days accelerating conversations that normally take weeks. We lay out what the schedule looks like, why teams such as Seattle, the Mets, the Dodge…

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Nevada's Corey Camper on the JUCO Grind and His Hot Start to the Season! 20:42

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The Mountain West Insider Podcast is back! Rob Dauster and Jeff Goodman break down a wild first month in the Mountain West, highlighted by Utah State’s impressive start, Wyoming’s surprising rise, and San Diego State’s push to stay atop the league. They dive into the league’s big upcoming non-conference opportunities, the race for NCAA Tournament b…

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How Jason Pritchard Scales to 9 Deals/Month With $55K Marketing Spend 58:49

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In this episode, discover how veteran investor Jason Pritchard generates 9 deals monthly with a $55,000 marketing budget while maintaining $28,000 profit margins per deal. Learn direct mail strategies, team-building systems, and scaling methods that work in challenging real estate markets. Jason shares his 12-year journey from corporate burnout to …

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The Guest-First Strategy: How Brandon Hall Built a Scalable Vacation Rental Brand 36:10

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Send us a message! In this episode, we sit down with Brandon Hall, Founder and CEO of Hallson Hospitality, to explore how a guest-first philosophy can become a true engine for growth in the vacation rental industry. Brandon’s journey into hospitality began long before he managed homes. After co-founding OneHope Wine and spending 15 years growing a …

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Making M&A Boring (And Why That's a Good Thing) with Leon Brujis 1:07:50

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Leon Brujis, Partner and Co-Head of U.S. at 65 Equity Partners Leon Brujis shares how his firm is redefining private equity through non-control investments in founder-led businesses. In this conversation, Leon breaks down why the best companies are never for sale, how immigrant adaptability translates to investing success, and why boring, disciplin…

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Eliminating Pain Starts With One Thing: Listening to the Patient with Vanessa Leone 1:22:12

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In this episode, I sit down with chronic pain specialist Vanessa Leone for a deep and refreshing look at what people in pain truly need — to be heard. Too many people are rushed, dismissed, or handed assumptions about their symptoms. Doctors, surgeons and even allied health professionals often jump straight to solutions without ever asking the most…

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Guest: Jim Allen (jballallen.com) | Imai & Murakami’s Transition to MLB, Posting System Realities, NPB’s New Wave & Japan’s WBC Passion | 121 44:14

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Welcome to Episode 121 of Tablesetters — and today we’re joined by one of the most essential voices in global baseball storytelling. Jim Allen, longtime NPB writer, analyst, historian, and the force behind jballallen.com and its weekly newsletter, sits down with us for a deep, far-reaching conversation about the heartbeat of Japanese baseball and i…

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LIVE Special!: Dylan Cease to Toronto, The Nimmo–Semien Blockbuster, Sonny Gray to Boston & Blind Rankings: Free Agent Tag Teams & Ballpark Fits | 120 1:46:00

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The offseason didn’t take a warm-up lap — it jumped straight into real movement. Episode 120 starts with two Blind Rankings games: Devin puts together eight random free-agent tag teams, pairing two available players who would be a fun combo for any club to sign together, while Steve works through eight free-agent ballpark fits to see which hypothet…

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It’s About DARM Time: Amy Hinote Sets the Stage for This Year’s DARM Conference 56:06

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Send us a message! DARM week is almost here, and we’re kicking things off with the person behind it all — Amy Hinote, Founder of VRM Intel and creator of the industry’s most conversation-packed event. In this episode, Amy gives a behind-the-scenes look at what’s coming to DARM Conference 2025, from the surge of AI-driven innovation to the sessions,…

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Integration Starts with Hiring, Not the Deal with Brandon Batt 57:34

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Brandon Batt – Chief People and Transformation Officer at Quadient Brandon Batt joins us to discuss how successful M&A integration starts long before you sign an LOI. Brandon shares how Quadient built M&A capability across the organization through strategic hiring, created a transformation office that breaks down traditional silos, and executed por…

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Acupuncture for Pain Elimination: The Science Behind Rapid Healing Explained 1:04:13

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Episode Summary In this episode, Leigh Brandon sits down with Mario Mancini to explore the real science and clinical wisdom behind acupuncture. Far from being a last-resort therapy, Mario explains how acupuncture acts as a powerful “signal amplifier,” helping the body regulate, reset, and repair. They break down how acupuncture influences the nervo…

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The 5 Non-Negotiables for Surviving Down Markets | Leon Barnes 55:12

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In this episode, discover why elite real estate investors pay MORE per deal and still dominate their markets while others struggle to break even 💰 Leon Barnes, 11-year veteran of Collective Genius and advisor to 500+ top real estate investors, reveals the critical differences between businesses that thrive and those that barely survive. If you're s…

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Guest: Eno Sarris (The Athletic) | Media Rights Shakeup, Stuff+ Mastery, Postseason Truths & The Future of Baseball Analytics | 119 1:08:16

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Welcome to Episode 119 of Tablesetters—and today we’re joined by one of the most influential minds in modern baseball analysis. Eno Sarris, Senior MLB Writer at The Athletic, co-host of Rates & Barrels, creator of Stuff+, and a driving force behind how the sport understands pitching, pitch design, and player value, sits in with us for a conversatio…

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MW INSIDER! Leon Rice sits down with Rob Dauster and talks Boise State’s four-game win streak after the season opener! 17:41

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Leon Rice sits down with Rob Dauster and talks Boise State’s four-game win streak after the season opener! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.By The Field of 68, Blue Wire

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Inside Align: Joe Hogan Answers Orthodontists’ Biggest Questions 34:57

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Digital orthodontics is transforming the specialty, and in this episode of the Golden Age of Orthodontics, hosts Dr. Leon Klempner and Amy Epstein sit down with Align Technology CEO Joe Hogan to explore what's next for orthodontics. Joe Hogan discusses 3D printed aligners, AI in orthodontics, and how clear aligner technology continues to evolve. He…

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After the Applause: Real Takeaways from VRMA 2025 with Tim Rosolio, Ela Mezhiborsky, and Jessica Gillingham 53:53

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Send us a message! VRMA International 2025 is in the books and if you were there, you probably felt it too: this year hit differently. More people, deeper conversations, and a sense that the vacation rental industry is entering a new chapter. But what actually stuck after the applause faded? In this episode, Alex & Annie sit down with Tim Rosolio, …

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LIVE Special!: Naylor Signs 5-Year Deal with M's, Orioles Trade Grayson Rodriguez, QO Surprises & Padres Ownership Shake-Up | 118 1:44:25

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Welcome to Episode 118 of Tablesetters. The offseason opened with a major move, as Josh Naylor signed a five-year deal with the Seattle Mariners, immediately reshaping the first-base market. His return reinforces Seattle’s lineup core and removes one of the most dependable bats from free agency. We break down why the deal came together quickly, why…

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Strategic M&A Framework: IFS's Acquisition Playbook with Rachel Hindley 1:02:25

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Rachel Hindley, Vice President of Corporate Development, IFS Rachel oversees transformative acquisitions for the global leader in industrial AI and enterprise software. In this episode, Rachel shares how IFS navigates the unique dynamics of having three major private equity backers—EQT, HG, and TA Associates—while executing strategic deals that enh…

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The Hidden Emotional Roots of Chronic Pain: Neuro-Affective Touch with Liz Wong 1:11:57

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Struggling with chronic pain that won’t shift? In this episode, Leigh speaks with Liz Wong, whose work in Neuro-Affective Touch reveals how pain can be a communication tool from the body — and why healing often requires more than stretching, strengthening, or managing symptoms. Liz shares how touch, presence, and relational safety can help release …

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Wyoming's Damarion Dennis discusses their 3-0 start to the season! | MW INSIDER 25:26

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Rob Dauster and Jeff Goodman talk to Wyoming's Damarion Dennis after their 3-0 start to the season! SUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68's second channel SUBSCRIBE to the Field of 68 Daily Check out our merch store FOLLOW: Twitter Instagram Youtube https://thefieldof68.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simpl…

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Guest: Will Klein (World Series Champion, Los Angeles Dodgers) | 18-Inning Heroics, Dodgers Dynasty, & The Mindset Behind Greatness | 117 1:18:10

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Welcome to Episode 117 of Tablesetters! Today we’re joined by Will Klein, one of the breakout stars of the 2025 postseason and a pitcher whose performance will be remembered as a defining moment in Dodgers history. A fifth-round pick out of Eastern Illinois in 2020, Klein’s path to the majors was anything but straightforward — marked by perseveranc…

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Chillin' with Dylan: How to Build a People-First Culture in a Competitive Vacation Rental Market 27:39

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Send us a message! In this episode, Alex & Annie head to Florida’s scenic 30A to sit down with Dylan Bozarth, General Manager of 30A Escapes, for a real conversation about leadership, culture, and what it takes to build a team that truly lasts in the fast-paced vacation rental world. Dylan shares how his decade-long journey at 30A Escapes has shape…

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Guest: Keith Raad (New York Mets on WCBS 880) | 2025 Collapse, Alonso & Díaz Decisions, Tarik Skubal Speculation, and the Soto-Led Future | 116 1:17:02

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Welcome back to Tablesetters, your home for deep-dive baseball conversation and analysis. Steve and Devin are here, and we’re thrilled to welcome back Keith Raad, the play-by-play broadcaster for the New York Mets on WCBS 880, returning to the show for the first time since Episode 37. Keith works alongside Mets Hall of Famer Howie Rose, bringing fa…

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Mastering Carve-Out Transactions with Keith Crawford 58:07

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Keith Crawford, Global Head of Corporate Development and M&A at State Street Corporation Keith Crawford, Global Head of Corporate Development and M&A at State Street Corporation, brings over 20 years of expertise executing some of the most intricate custody business carve-outs in financial services. In this episode, Keith breaks down the realities …