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Running a service-based business is hard. Most owners — in the trades or professional services — struggle with the same problems: - How do I get more of the right clients without spending more on marketing? - How do I find, keep, and motivate great people? - How do I stop being the bottleneck in my own business? - How do I fix my broken systems and get my time back? - How do I raise profitability when costs keep rising? - How do I use AI without feeling overwhelmed? If you’ve asked yourself ...
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Craft Brewed Sports

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Are you looking for in-depth sports talk, complete with analytics, stats, and breakdowns of strategies so you can better understand the game? This show isn’t for you! ​But if you want to see three guys get boozed up and talk trash to each other while touching on the big sports stories from the week, we’ve got you covered. ​Craft beer fans and sports radio personalities tend to have one thing in common - they take themselves very seriously. But we don’t. Each week Scott, Drew, and Mike bring ...
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Road Rants

Jake and Freddy

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Jump in the backseat with Freddy and Jake as they drive the streets of Nashville while they talk about what it takes to make it big. Jake shares his thought experiments and philosophical insight and Freddy shares everything about himself. Their #1 goal - bringing levity to real sh*t. Call them funny. Call them insightful. Hell, call them ridiculous - as long as you don't call them nice.
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On each episode of this exciting show, Craig and Jackson will discuss the past, present, and future of a franchise from the video game industry. Along the way, Producer Logan will throw challenges at them, they’ll attempt to keep from losing lives, and they’ll try their hand at the end in the each episode’s Boss Battle!
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Episode 166 Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Data-driven decision making is the difference between businesses that sprint ahead and those left watching from the sidelines—Jason Bryll shows how to turn scattered data into unstoppable momentum. Data-driven decision making takes center stage as Jason Bryll, founder of Parable Associates, reveals how healthc…
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Tonight’s show jumps all over the sports universe in the best possible way. We kick things off with weekend recaps and immediately derail into government files in Wingdings, because of course we do. Then it’s drinks up, and straight into Ja’Marr Chase appealing his suspension for spitting on Jalen Ramsey with the funniest excuse imaginable. Natural…
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Episode 165 Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) In this episode of Business SuperfansĀ®, we huddle up with Joey Mure, co-founder of Wealth Without Wall Street, to break down financial freedom for service providers into a clear, winnable game plan. Joey shares how he walked away from the Wall Street script and built over $50,000/month in passive income, using…
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Episode 164 Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Company culture alignment is the difference between a team rowing in chaos and a crew gliding to victory. In Episode 164, Matthew Person, founder of Town Square Advisors and author of The Culture of Alignment, breaks down his Square Management System for designing culture with intention instead of copying ā€œbes…
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It's an all new Craft Brewed Sports, where we break down another week of chaos in the dumbest timeline in sports. Tonight’s episode includes: šŸŸļø Trump reportedly wants the new Washington Commanders stadium named after himself, and somehow, it might actually happen. šŸŽ™ļø Who would make the better color commentator: Trump or Tom Brady? 🐬 Mike McDaniel …
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Episode 163 Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Growth stage marketing with Mark Donnigan is a masterclass in turning service-first value into deal-flow and category design into competitive moats. Mark shares why leading with genuine help attracts the right buyers and accelerates pipeline, even when not everyone is a fit—because serving is the best net for …
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The Bengals defense is so bad that fans are actually starting to turn on Joe Burrow, all because Joe Flacco is balling out. We talk about how fast Cincinnati could turn Burrow into the next Carson Palmer if this keeps up. Mookie hijacks the show more than once, first by traumatizing everyone while breaking down Jayden Daniels’ injury, then by repea…
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Episode 162 Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Performance marketing takes center court as Jake Tlapek of Finch breaks down demand-side platforms (DSPs), TikTok SEO, and conversion optimization playbooks that win customers on every channel. He shares his journey from Air Force IT to agency leader and founder-creator, including how posting twice daily spark…
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161 Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) n this episode of Business SuperfansĀ®, Freddy D Take dives into the power of gratitude marketing—how saying ā€œthank youā€ can transform your business ecosystem into a community of loyal superfans. Using real-world service examples, Freddy breaks down how appreciation emails, anniversary cards, and automated check-ins ca…
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Episode 160 Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) B2B marketing with Richard Levy centers on aligning sales and marketing to win today’s 5% in-market buyers while educating the 95% who aren’t ready yet. In this episode, Richard shares 25 years of lessons—from Santander’s graduate scheme to leading Sophera Marketing—on building demand without racing to discoun…
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Comedian Matt Stanton joins the show to rank every NFL team by what Halloween candy they’d hand out, and the results are absolute chaos šŸ¬ We also dive into LSU firing Brian Kelly after an ugly stretch, why Luke Fickell is lucky Wisconsin can’t afford to can him, and which college football jobs are actually worth taking right now. Plus, the Wiseguys…
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Episode 159 Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Trust in leadership drives everything—and Adam Malone explains why it’s the linchpin of sustained high performance. In this episode, Adam breaks down a practical, three-part trust model—empathy, authenticity, and performance—and shows leaders how to inspire reciprocal trust so teams truly operate with autonomy…
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Episode 158 Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Employee empowerment takes center stage as Sollah leaders Jon Grannis and Bob Chonka reveal how to turn training into behavior change and build superfan cultures. They unpack their E+I=C formula—Emotion + Information = Communication—and explain why ā€œdramatic edutainmentā€ outperforms lecture-style compliance co…
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Billy Napier gets fired from Florida after a win and still walks away with $21 million. College football programs are officially out of excuses when it comes to ā€œnot having the money.ā€ We’re breaking down the hottest seats in CFB, from Luke Fickell and Mike Norvell to Brian Kelly, and asking: is Marcus Freeman next? Plus, Texas Tech bans the legend…
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157 Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Freddie D dives into the pivotal relationship between leadership and culture in the tech industry, drawing from his own experiences from decades ago. He reflects on his early days in the CAD Cam field, where he learned the importance of empowering teams under the guidance of his manager, Tom. Tom's approach of fosteri…
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Episode 156 Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) The search landscape has changed forever. AI search engines—like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Bing Copilot—now rely on classic SEO signals to decide which businesses to recommend. In this episode, Trio SEO Co-Founder Steven Schneider joins Freddy D to reveal how service providers can dominate this new era through …
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James Franklin is OUT at Penn State after three straight losses, and now the Nittany Lions are dreaming about Marcus Freeman. We’ll tell you why that’s not happening, and who might actually take the job. Plus: šŸŗ THC seltzers, beer talk, and Uncle Whitey’s new custom bat mug šŸˆ Oklahoma State’s Section 231 goes absolutely wild šŸ’© Why upper decking a t…
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155 Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Freddy D emphasizes the ultimate goal of achieving true freedom in business, where one can step away for weeks while everything continues to run smoothly. He elaborates on how this isn’t just a distant dream but a tangible reality attainable through building a network of superfans—loyal stakeholders who actively suppo…
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154 Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Freddy D dives into the concept of expansion in this enlightening episode, emphasizing how businesses can grow without the burdens of increased weight. He advocates for the creation of business superfans—loyal customers, engaged employees, and supportive partners—as a key strategy to elevate success exponentially. By …
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153 Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Freddy D emphasizes the crucial stage of growth in business during this episode, focusing on how to maintain control while accelerating success. He discusses the importance of building a strong foundation of business Super Fans—customers, employees, and partners—who can amplify growth through referrals and reviews. As…
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Mark Sanchez went from ā€œstabbed in a robberyā€ to facing felony charges in one of the wildest stories we’ve seen in years. Meanwhile, Mac Jones had maybe the strangest NFL weekend ever: from allegedly seeing a dead body to eating 11 bananas during the game, and somehow still getting the win. šŸŒ We also dive into the College Sports Commission’s new NI…
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152 Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Freddy D dives into the essential strategies for moving a business from chaos to clarity in this insightful episode of the Business Superfans Podcast. He emphasizes that if a business runs more than its owner, it’s time to embrace the concept of creating business superfans—advocates who can significantly enhance succe…
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151 Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Feeling like your business is a relentless treadmill? If that resonates, this podcast episode is tailor-made for those stuck in survival mode. Freddy D introduces his Prosperity Pathway, a five-part series designed to help service-based business owners shift to freedom mode, reclaiming their time and energy. He emphas…
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Episode 150 Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) When should founders really call their lawyer? In this episode, Freddy D sits down with Jeff Holman, Founder of Intellectual Strategies, to unpack how fractional legal teams help startups and service providers protect IP, tighten contracts, and move faster—without breaking the bank. If you’ve ever felt that tr…
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Episode 149 Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Let’s be real — most service business owners aren’t short on hustle. They’re short on cash clarity. You can be fully booked, delivering great work, and still lying awake at night wondering, ā€œCan I make payroll this week?ā€ ā€œHow am I supposed to cover the mortgage if clients pay late?ā€ ā€œWhere’s all the money goi…
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Episode 148 Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Too many businesses promote top performers into leadership roles without preparing them to lead. The result? Micromanagement, toxic cultures, high turnover, and disengaged teams. Jennifer Jensen has seen it firsthand: 60% of new managers fail within their first 24 months because they lack the training and mind…
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Episode 147 Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Most service providers and small businesses struggle to compete with big-box brands. They’re buried in daily fires, stuck in short-term survival mode, and often left behind when it comes to digitization, AI, and PR. That’s where Roberto Martinez and his team at Braven Agency step in. In this episode of The Bus…
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This week on Craft Brewed Sports: • Bad Bunny is headlining the Super Bowl Halftime Show, but is it bigger than his WWE run or his Happy Gilmore 2 cameo? We debate in Sip, Chug, Drainpour. • Who will he bring on stage? Did Taylor Swift turn it down? Is this the last Jay-Z halftime show? • Indiana’s QB apologizes after torching bettors with a safety…
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Episode 146 Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) For service-based business owners, a single online review can make or break a sale. You invest in advertising, SEO, and social media, but when a potential client searches your business, the very next step they take is reading your reviews. And if they see silence — no response, no engagement — you’ve likely ju…
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Episode 145 How Sean Garner Helps Service Businesses Protect Margins with Smart Marketing Systems Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Copyright 2025 Prosperous Ventures, LLC Is your marketing agency quietly draining your profits? In this powerful episode of the Business SuperfansĀ® Podcast, host Freddy D sits down with marketing strategist and former gym own…
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NFL Week 4 chaos is here šŸ» We’ve got a wild mix this week: • Bucs sign their 400+ lb DT to stop the tush push (should teams just sign sumo wrestlers?) • Russell Wilson benched vs. Titans HC Brian Callahan quitting play-calling: what’s more embarrassing? • Steelers & Vikings head to Dublin for the NFL’s first Ireland game • Memphis high school band …
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Episode 144 From 9 Failed Businesses to Franchise Business Success: Tariq Johnson’s Turning Point Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Copyright 2025 Prosperous Ventures, LLC What turns a client into a lifelong raving fan? In this powerhouse episode of the Business SuperfansĀ® Podcast, host Freddy D welcomes Tariq Johnson, founder of Franchise Empire, to expl…
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Episode 143 From Chaos to Clarity: Victor Idoko Transforms Personal and Business Finances that Create Advocates Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Copyright 2025 Prosperous Ventures, LLC What’s the secret to creating raving fans in a world drowning in digital noise? In this power-packed episode of the Business SuperfansĀ® Podcast, your host Freddy D sits do…
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Another week, another Craft Brewed Sports episode loaded with NFL chaos, college football drama, and just enough random weirdness to keep things interesting šŸ» We’re running Sip, Chug, Drainpours on 2-0, 0-2, and 1-1 NFL teams. Plus a commentator edition with Brady, Collinsworth, and Romo. We break down Danny Dimes’ new nickname, Mike’s Justin Field…
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Episode 142 Nikita Vakhrushev on Crafting Magnetic Email & SMS Messaging That Convert and Retain Customers Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Copyright 2025 Prosperous Ventures, LLC What if every email and text message you sent not only converted into sales—but also kept clients loyal? In this high-value episode of the Business SuperfansĀ® Podcast, I sit do…
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Episode 141 From Side Hustle to Inc. 5000: Natalia Zacharin on People-First Financial Success Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Copyright 2025 Prosperous Ventures, LLC What if the secret to scaling your business wasn’t just better marketing or more sales—but true alignment between your finances, team, and clients? In this episode of the Business Superfans…
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Episode 140 Renee Hastings on Leveraging Virtual Assistance as a Smart Growth Strategy Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Copyright 2025 Prosperous Ventures, LLC Every entrepreneur reaches a point where their time becomes the ultimate bottleneck. The question is: how do you free yourself to focus on strategic growth while the daily tasks still get done? In…
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Another Craft Brewed Sports episode loaded with chaos šŸ» šŸˆ Football: • Is the NFL actually rigged? A fan’s ā€œproofā€ sparks debate • Ben Johnson isn’t saving Caleb Williams • 49ers’ rocky start • Was the Dak/Jalen Carter spitting incident scripted? • Bucs/Falcons surprisingly fun • You’ve got to be crazy to shove Lamar Jackson ⚾ Baseball: • Phillies K…
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Episode 139 How Chris Brown Empowers Contractors to Drive Sustainable Business Growth Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Copyright 2025 Prosperous Ventures, LLC Can empowering your remote team be the key to sustainable business growth? In this episode of the Business SuperfansĀ® Podcast, Freddy D sits down with Chris Brown, founder of WOW Remote Teams, to e…
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Episode 138 Why Every Entrepreneur Needs to Understand Dr. Alain Salas’ Mind Clearing Method for Growth Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Copyright 2025 Prosperous Ventures, LLC Ever feel like you’re the biggest obstacle in your own business? You’re not alone. In this transformative episode of the Business SuperfansĀ® Podcast, host Freddy D sits down with …
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Episode 137 Scott Warren’s Garth Brooks Moment—And What It Reveals About Employee Engagement Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Copyright 2025 Prosperous Ventures, LLC What if your most loyal employee didn’t need a raise—but a moment? In this unforgettable episode of the Business SuperfansĀ® Podcast, host Freddy D sits down with Scott Warren, former arena e…
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Episode 136 Avoid Financial Suicide: Protect Margins for Sustainable Growth with Larry Mandelberg Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Copyright 2025 Prosperous Ventures, LLC Why do successful companies self-destruct—and how can you protect your margins before it’s too late? In this eye-opening episode of the Business Superfans Podcast, your host Freddy D si…
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Another chaotic Craft Brewed Sports episode šŸ» This week: • Comedian Matt Stanton ranks NFL teams as if they were bands at Warped Tour 🤘 • Le’Veon Bell’s Twitter gets compared to stoner kids from high school 🌿 • College football chaos: Notre Dame, Alabama, and Texas all take L’s + Wiseguy’s Poll šŸˆ • Joliet Slammers drop 2,600 hot dogs from a helicop…
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Episode 135 Fuel Referrals & Reviews by Aligning Stakeholder Engagement With Financial Vision: Sonya Corkery Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Copyright 2025 Prosperous Ventures, LLC In this episode of the Business SuperfansĀ® Podcast, Freddy D sits down with Sonya Corkery, financial strategist and founder of Clear Plan Consulting, who built not one, but t…
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Episode 134 Amanda Northcutt’s Blueprint for Creators: Turn Client Experience into Monthly Recurring Revenue Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Copyright 2025 Prosperous Ventures, LLC In this episode of the Business Superfans Podcast, host Freddy D sits down with Amanda Northcutt, founder of Level Up Creators, to reveal her blueprint for turning client exp…
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Another Craft Brewed Sports episode loaded with chaos šŸ» From Ohio State vs. Dave Portnoy drama to wild sports dads, streaming rants, and even Babe Ruth being arrested for fraud, we’ve got it all covered this week. We break down: • Did Ohio State really ban Dave Portnoy, or is Fox keeping him off the desk? • YouTube TV and Fox fighting over carriage…
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Episode 133 From Furniture to Fortune: How Client Experience Fueled Jeff Peterson's Growth Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Copyright 2025 Prosperous Ventures, LLC From Sofa to Skyline: Jeff Peterson on Building Client Loyalty That Propels Growth What if you could launch a business from your front bedroom, never run out of clients, and eventually build a…
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Episode 132 From Lonely to Thriving: How LifeStarr Creates Community that Fuels Solopreneur Success with Joe Rando Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Copyright 2025 Prosperous Ventures, LLC Ever feel like you're doing it all and getting nowhere? You’re not alone. But you don’t have to stay alone. In this powerful episode of the Business SuperfansĀ® Podcast,…
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Episode 131 Align Purpose and Profitability with These Proven Daily Rituals from Dr. Jacopo Iasiello Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Copyright 2025 Prosperous Ventures, LLC What if your daily rituals could align your inner purpose with outer profit? In this powerful episode of the Business SuperfansĀ® Podcast, Freddy D welcomes Dr. Jacopo Iasiello, CEO o…
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