Best Deepfriedstudios Podcasts (2025)

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Listener Call-In Show 50:23

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1d ago50:23

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In this episode, Scott Howell and Bradley Flowers are joined by CJ for an energetic round of listener Q&A. The hosts dive into branding strategies for insurance agencies, the power of automation tools, and the evolving nature of agency locations, exploring the pros and cons of multiple offices versus a central hub. The conversation covers modern ma…

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Improving Agency Communication and Automation 46:41

10d ago46:41

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In this episode, Scott and Bradley dive deep into the realities of running an insurance agency, focusing on everything from branding and agency operations to the growing pains of hiring and customer service. Bradley shares candid stories about managing his Airbnb, highlighting lessons on communication and the unavoidable headaches of dealing with w…

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Scott and Bradley Check In 43:12

15d ago43:12

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In this episode of the Insurance Guys Podcast, hosts Scott Howell and Bradley Flowers reconnect with candid updates on agency growth, branding, acquisitions, and operational challenges. Bradley shares his agency’s focus on refining processes, improving staff capacity, and targeting organic sales growth, including an upcoming learning trip to Billy …

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A Tribute To My Friend Steve Fisher 16:10

22d ago16:10

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This special episode of The Insurance Guy is dedicated to honoring the life and legacy of our dear friend and colleague, Steve Fisher. We reflect on his friendship, infectious enthusiasm, and the profound impact he had on our community and the insurance industry. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts or emotional distress,…

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IRS Challenges and Captive Insurance with Van Carlson 56:55

29d ago56:55

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On this episode of the Insurance Guys Podcast, hosts Scott Howell and Bradley Flowers sit down with Van Carlson, founder and CEO of SRA 831B Admin, to dig into the importance of insurance in driving economic prosperity and explore innovative risk management strategies. Scott kicks things off by sharing data linking property and casualty insurance p…

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Insuring Your Bitcoin With Becca Rubenfeld 1:07:37

1M ago1:07:37

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In this episode of the Keep Hustling podcast, co-hosts Scott Howell and Bradley Flowers are joined by Becca Rubenfeld, co-founder and COO of AnchorWatch. Becca shares her journey from a corporate career at Starbucks to pioneering insurance solutions for Bitcoin and crypto assets. The discussion dives into the challenges of building insurance produc…

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What’s New With Insurance GPTs 50:26

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In this episode, Bradley and Scott speak with Matthew Vega-Sanz, Co-founder and CEO of Gail, to discuss the latest updates on their insurance GPTs.By Scott Howell & Bradley Flowers

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MCPs And Their Place In Insurance 1:23:19

2M ago1:23:19

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In this episode, Bradley and Scott sit down with Landry Fields from Nova Insurance Group. The guys talk bourbon and the way Landry uses MCPs in his agency.By Scott Howell & Bradley Flowers

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Silicon Valley X Insurance 59:47

2M ago59:47

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In this episode, Bradley and Scott sit down with Pat Cline from 101 Weston Labs. Pat takes us through his journey of living in Iraq to his important role in insurance today. In addition to that, Scott drops a HUGE bomb with an unbelievable insurtech idea that is poised to revolutionize the insurance landscape.…

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Million Dollar Corvettes Swallowed By The Earth 48:54

2M ago48:54

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In this episode Bradley and Scott sit down with Adam Boca, president of NCM Insurance based out of The National Corvette Museum. The guys discuss Adams role in insuring more corvettes than anyone in the country, how their partnership with The National Corvette Museum and the infamous sinkhole that swallowed millions of dollars of corvettes.…

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Airbnb Insurance Insights with Darren Nix 39:35

2M ago39:35

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In this episode of the Insurance Guys podcast, hosts Scott Howell and Bradley Flowers engage in a dynamic discussion with Darren Nix, CEO of Steadily, an insurance company specializing in landlord insurance. They delve into the challenges and opportunities in the insurance industry, exploring topics such as the importance of branding for insurance …

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Alex Hormozi Made $150 Million In 7 Hours 1:02:00

3M ago1:02:00

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In this episode, Bradley and Scott sit down with Kody Houk from Prime Risk. The guys break down the recent Alex Hormozi book Launch, dive deep into Kody's agency, and talk about the mistakes they see that other agencies make.By Scott Howell & Bradley Flowers

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Listener Call-In Show 57:16

3M ago57:16

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In this episode, Bradley and Scott do one of their favorite show formats, listener call in show.By Scott Howell & Bradley Flowers

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How Sagesure Uses Tech To Win In Challenging Markets 55:16

3M ago55:16

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In this episode, Bradley and Scott sit down with Paul VanderMarck, Chief Technology and Innovation Officer at Sagesure.By Scott Howell & Bradley Flowers

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How Hagerty Separates Itself 52:58

3M ago52:58

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In this episode Bradley and Scott sit down with John Gessner, Director of Marketing Strategy at Hagerty and Bryant Kolle Vice President of National Sales and Insurance Partnerships at Hagerty. The guys dive into what makes Hagerty tick.By Scott Howell & Bradley Flowers

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Bouncing Around DC With Bradley and Doug 59:42

4M ago59:42

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In this episode, Scott and Bradley sit down with Doug Benz from New Buffalo Insurance. The guys recap Bradley and Doug's trip to the White House and Capitol.By Scott Howell & Bradley Flowers

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Streamlining Agency Commissions & Best Practices 47:27

4M ago47:27

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In this episode of the Insurance Guys Podcast, Scott Howell and Bradley Flowers welcome Chris Peabody, Director of Partnerships at Ascend, to discuss insurance agency operations and automation. They explore the “Best Practices Agency” honor and share insights on effective financial processes. Chris explains how Ascend uses AI to streamline accounti…

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Accelerate Your CRM 56:23

4M ago56:23

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In this episode, the IGP guys sit down with Mariah Gates from Accelerated Automation. They discuss marketing, automation, and how Mariah founded her company.By Scott Howell & Bradley Flowers

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Landlord Insurance Unlocked: Trends, Tech and Tales From The Front Lines 52:49

4M ago52:49

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In this episode, Bradley and Scott sit down with Darren Nix, CEO of Steadily. The guys dive deep into the evolving world of landlord insurance as industry pros discuss the latest trends, real estate market shifts, and the growing importance of tech integrations. From defining “vacant dwelling” to handling mid-term rentals and building agency succes…

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H2Quoter: Flood Tech for Agents 55:42

5M ago55:42

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In this episode, Scott Howell and Bradley Flowers welcome Aaron James Farmer, CEO of California Flood Insurance and creator of the H2Quoter flood rating platform. The conversation delves into the evolving landscape of flood insurance, focusing on the role of the NFIP versus private flood options, insights from the recent National Flood Conference (…

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GPT's For Insurance 53:56

5M ago53:56

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in this episode bradley and scott sit down with Matthew Vega-Sanz from Gail. The guys are happy to help Matthew announce Gail's new offering for the insurance industry, Gail GPT. Check Out Gail Gpt meetgail.comBy Scott Howell & Bradley Flowers

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Catch Up with Scott and Bradley 54:23

5M ago54:23

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In this episode of the Insurance Guys podcast, hosts Scott Howell and Bradley Flowers discuss the challenges of running an insurance agency. The conversation covers managing staff, addressing employee absences, and maintaining productivity. Bradley shares a story about a business misunderstanding from having the podcast, which illustrates the balan…

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Insurance Guys Crossover: Scott Howell Talks Hustle with Aaron Gordon 46:35

5M ago46:35

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In this exciting crossover episode, Bradley Flowers introduces a special treat for Insurance Guys Podcast listeners - a dynamic conversation featuring co-host Scott Howell on the Keep Hustling Podcast with Aaron Gordon. Scott, Principal of IProtect Insurance and Financial Services, dives deep into the grit and hustle that have shaped his journey in…

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Breaking Down Current Insurance Technology Problems With Kabir Syed 49:59

6M ago49:59

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In this episode, Bradley and Scott sit down with Kabir Syed, founder and CEO of Ennabl. Check Out Ennabel Here >>>By Scott Howell & Bradley Flowers

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Stop Waiting For Your Data 38:34

6M ago38:34

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In this episode, Bradley and Scott sit down with Ryan Hughes to talk about bringing your carrier and agency connections and policy downloads into the 21st century with Conduit. Check out what Conduit can do for your agency at conduituploads.com.By Scott Howell & Bradley Flowers

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Why I Sold My Agency To Portal Insurance 58:03

6M ago58:03

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In this episode, Bradley and Scott sit down with Chris May, who is the founder of LTN Insurance, which Bradley's agency, Portal Insurance, recently acquired.By Scott Howell & Bradley Flowers

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The King of Hustle Visits Mobile 40:16

6M ago40:16

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In this episode, Bradley and Scott sit down with their friend and regular podcast guest, Aaron Gordon.By Scott Howell & Bradley Flowers

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New Tech And Funny Stories 1:18:44

6M ago1:18:44

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In this episode, Bradley and Scott sit down and update everyone on what is going on in their respective agencies.By Scott Howell & Bradley Flowers

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Sobriety, Fatherhood And Insurance 1:00:00

7M ago1:00:00

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In this episode, Bradley and Scott sit down with Jeffrey Dean Seidel from Northshire Insurance. Jeffrey takes the guys on his journey through sobriety and fatherhood and how insurance has helped him accomplish his goals.By Scott Howell & Bradley Flowers

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Bradley Is Going To Get In Trouble For Posting This 44:38

7M ago44:38

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In this episode, Bradley decides to break a rule and upload the audio from his presentation at the upcoming The Insurance Agent Summit. Take a listen and let us know what you think. And if you want to learn more about The Insurance Agent Summit, click here. Get Exclusive IGP Listener Referral Code >>> Click Here…

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Diversifying Outside Of Insurance 1:02:32

7M ago1:02:32

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In this episode, Bradley and Scott talk with their friend Mike Carey. The guys discuss the importance of not putting all your eggs in the insurance basket.By Scott Howell & Bradley Flowers

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A 4-Day Workweek Insurance Agency 47:59

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In this episode, Bradley and Scott sit down with Michael Cruz from Foresight Insurance. Michael takes the guys through his innovative and controversial 4-day workweek policy, how he implemented it, and the results.By Scott Howell & Bradley Flowers

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More Hanley's Hot Takes 52:35

8M ago52:35

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In this episode, Bradley, Scott, and Ryan Hanley discuss the current political environment and how it affects insurance, a controversial Facebook post, and SIAA acquiring Aureus Analytics.By Scott Howell & Bradley Flowers

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Get Unlimited Referrals 45:31

8M ago45:31

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In this episode, Bradley and Scott sit down with CJ Hutsenpiller from referral radar. Insurance Guys listeners get a huge discount for signing up via referralradar.com/igp.By Scott Howell & Bradley Flowers

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Unlocking Insurance Innovation with Phil Friedman 36:55

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In this episode, Scott and Bradley talk with Phil Friedman, CEO of iBynd, to discuss innovations in the insurance industry. They explore Phil's journey into insurance, his experiences with Amtrust, and the development of iBynd's platform, which streamlines insurance processes for agents and wholesalers. The conversation touches on the challenges an…

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Rising From The Ashes 56:09

8M ago56:09

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In this episode, Bradley and Scott sit down with author, speaker, and entrepreneur Billy J. Brown.By Scott Howell & Bradley Flowers

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Natasha May Director of Sales At Portal Insurance 56:47

9M ago56:47

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In this episode, Bradley and Scott sit down with the legend herself, Natasha May, the director of sales at Portal Insurance.By Scott Howell & Bradley Flowers

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Building A $500 Million Empire 53:24

9M ago53:24

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In this episode, Bradley and Scott sit down with Bob Arowood, founder and former president of Appalachian Underwriters. Bob takes the guys through what it takes to start an MGA or wholesaler, his journey, and the principles that grew Appalachian into the juggernaut it is today.By Scott Howell & Bradley Flowers

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Taking Matters Into Your Own Hands 46:51

9M ago46:51

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In this episode, Bradley and Scott sit down with Darren Burch from Burch Insurance Group; Darren talks about how he was frustrated with the tech offering in the insurance industry and decided to take matters into his own hands.By Scott Howell & Bradley Flowers

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AMA With The Insurance Guys 46:23

9M ago46:23

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On this week's episode, Bradley and Scott sit down with a bunch of their friends for an "Ask Me Anything" session. To sign up for this in the future, go to portalinsurance.com/ama.By Scott Howell & Bradley Flowers

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From Chaos To Command Center 38:56

9M ago38:56

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In this episode, Scott and Bradley welcome listeners to a lively discussion centered around a series of personal anecdotes and professional insights. Bradley shares a humorous yet nerve-wracking story about a mishap with his wife's new Rivian vehicle, illustrating the importance of communication and problem-solving in both personal and professional…

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Taking Over An Agency at 24 1:04:20

10M ago1:04:20

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In this episode, Bradley and Scott sit down with Jackson Rollo from Rollo Insurance. The guys discuss Jackson’s process of taking over his family agency at the ripe old age of 24.By Scott Howell & Bradley Flowers

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Going To The Rodeo And Seeing The Clowns With Micah Salas 1:09:48

10M ago1:09:48

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In this episode, Bradley and Scott sit down with Micah Salas. Micah takes us through his journey of working for several agencies, focusing on being a producer. Plus, Bradley comes up with an idea that is a massive opportunity in the insurance space.By Scott Howell & Bradley Flowers

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Captive To Indy In 2024 47:45

10M ago47:45

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In this episode, Bradley and Scott sit down with Jeremy Clark to discuss his transition from “independent” exclusive to truly independent.By Scott Howell & Bradley Flowers

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Building Your Own AMS 1:00:25

11M ago1:00:25

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In this episode, Bradley and Scott sit down with CJ Hutsenpiller and he takes the guys through how he built his own agency management system.By Scott Howell & Bradley Flowers

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Ask The Insurance Guys Anything 59:01

11M ago59:01

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In this special episode, Bradley, Scott and Ryan Hanley sit down with 50 insurance agents as they ask their questions.By Scott Howell & Bradley Flowers

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Driving Cross Country To Help Hurricane Victims 50:52

11M ago50:52

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In this episode, Bradley Flowers and Scott Howell sit down with Rick Pennington, an insurance agency owner who was inspired to drive from California to North Carolina in his Tesla Cyber Truck to help Hurricane Helene victims.By Scott Howell & Bradley Flowers

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Unlocking EOS: Forrest Derr On The Framework For Success 1:12:45

12M ago1:12:45

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In this episode, Bradley and Scott sit down with their friend Forrest Derr, an expert in EOS and a man so committed to the system he has it tattooed on his body! You don’t want to miss this one!By Scott Howell & Bradley Flowers

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Hanley Hot Takes 4 1:06:44

12M ago1:06:44

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In this episode, the guys cover lots of things including a recent viral clip on Florida insurance from the All In podcast.By Scott Howell & Bradley Flowers

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Insurance Industry Mental Health 57:47

12M ago57:47

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In this episode Bradley and Scott sit down with Justin Goodman from Project 55. Project 55 is a 501c3 recognized non-profit community of insurance professionals and companies that are committed to increasing mental health awareness in the workplace. By providing actionable information, facilitating insightful discussions and collective learning, we…