Join us for some unplugged videogames! A podcast where we play TTRPG systems we believe are underserved in actual play content. We play campaigns as well as one shot adventures in a range of systems and settings in an effort to broaden our gaming horizons and maybe yours too. Starting in 2007 with Call of Cthulhu 6th edition, we've been playing TTRPGs and board games together for almost 20 years.
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Harvest Bible Chapel Joliet's mission is to lead many out of separation from God and into a life-transforming, joy-filled relationship with Him.
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William & Mary's rich history of educating leaders continues at the Raymond A. Mason School of Business as we prepare today's leaders to tackle tough business challenges. Whether you are an established executive or an emerging professional, William & Mary is committed to providing you with quality education that offers fresh ideas and new professional skills to give you and your organization a competitive advantage.
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Millionaire University is on a mission to help you build wealth, achieve financial freedom, and create a business that supports the life you want. We reveal proven strategies for business growth, personal finance, and investing—teaching you how to increase your income, build passive revenue streams, and take control of your money. You will learn how to start and scale a business, make smarter financial decisions, and build lasting wealth—all while creating a life of impact and fulfillment. G ...
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Is It Possible to Build an Entire Brand in Just One Week Using AI? Find Out How | Mike Koenigs (MU Classic)
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1:06:50#735 AI is radically changing how fast entrepreneurs can build authority and personal brands — and this episode is packed with actionable proof! Host Kirsten Tyrrel interviews Mike Koenigs, a serial entrepreneur, digital marketing pioneer, and creator of groundbreaking tools, who joins us to share how he's using AI to collapse the speed of trust, b…
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How to Turn LinkedIn into a Lead Generating Machine for Your Business | Joe McKay (MU Classic)
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42:04#734 Want to turn LinkedIn into your best business-building tool? In this episode hosted by Brien Gearin, we’re joined by Joe McKay, a LinkedIn expert and ghostwriter who helps online entrepreneurs scale their businesses from scratch using smart content strategies and authentic outreach. Joe shares how he transitioned from a government job in Austr…
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Jason, Jacob, Jon, and Ty play Fabula Ultima. a TTRPG for folks who want a more classic JRPG feeling in their games. https://need.games/fabula-ultima/ https://www.acousticvideogames.com/ Produced by Ty Engle at Engle studioBy Jason Draper, Jacob Coffman
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"What Do You Really Want?" Leveraging Identity-Driven Business Growth | Cassie Shea
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48:16#733 What if the biggest thing holding your business back isn’t strategy or execution — but the identity you’re operating from? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Cassie Shea, founder of The Possibility Investor, to unpack what it really means to iterate with your identity as a business owner. Cassie shares how her journey from runni…
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How to Run a Successful Dry Cleaning Business in 2026 | Ian Noble
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48:58#732 What if one of the most overlooked “boring businesses” is actually one of the most scalable — and most AI-resistant — opportunities out there? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with entrepreneur Ian Noble — founder of Run Steady Investments and former dry cleaning operator who spent 14 years growing, scaling, and ultimately selling …
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How Elite Performers Succeed When Pressure Is High and Clarity Is Low | Itamar Marani
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51:29#731 What if the only thing standing between you and your next level of success isn’t strategy — but the way your mind handles pressure, uncertainty, and fear? In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel sits down with Itamar Marani — former Israeli special operations and undercover agent turned elite performance coach — to unpack how high achievers unloc…
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How to Turn Customers into Walking Billboards! l Samantha Irwin (MU Classic)
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48:40#730 Is your business leaking customers without you realizing it? In this episode hosted by Brien Gearin, we chat with Samantha Irwin, founder of Kaizen Coaching and Consulting, about why customer experience is everything — and how failing your team means failing your customers. Samantha shares her journey from middle school teacher to boutique hot…
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Resilience Against Tariffs, Future of SEO, AI and 7-Figures with Handkerchiefs. How to Thrive with E-Commerce in 2025! l Steve Chou (MU Classic)
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49:27#729 What if a simple wedding handkerchief could unlock your path to financial freedom? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, Steve Chou, founder of Bumblebee Linens and MyWifeQuitHerJob.com, shares how he turned a niche e-commerce idea into a thriving seven-figure business — allowing his wife to quit her job and stay home with their kids. Stev…
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How to Start and Grow a 7-Figure Peach Stand Business | Shannon Houchin (MU Classic)
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44:14#728 What if you could flip fruit into a seven-figure business? In this episode hosted by Brien Gearin, Shannon Houchin, founder of Roadside Republic, shares how she turned a humble $200 peach stand into a booming operation with dozens of stands and a powerful community impact. We dive into everything from sourcing farm-fresh peaches, negotiating w…
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How to Use AI and Other Tools to Hire Your Next Employee I Jessica Miller-Merrell (MU Classic)
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56:15#727 Are you overlooking the best places to find top talent? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we’re joined by Jessica Miller-Merrell, a trailblazer in digital recruiting who’s been using social media and blogs to source candidates since the early 2000s. Jessica breaks down exactly how business owners can leverage their existing digital ass…
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Jason, Jacob, Jon, and Ty play Fabula Ultima. a TTRPG for folks who want a more classic JRPG feeling in their games. https://need.games/fabula-ultima/ https://www.acousticvideogames.com/ Produced by Ty Engle at Engle studioBy Jason Draper, Jacob Coffman
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Building a Calligraphy Brand: From Custom Work to Online Courses | Shinah Chang
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51:34#726 Former corporate lawyer turned creative entrepreneur, Shinah Chang shares the real (and refreshingly honest) journey of building a business that actually feels aligned. In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, Shinah breaks down how she went from a risk-averse, straight-line “traditional success” path to bootstrapping a calligraphy brand — fi…
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Want More Conversions Without More Traffic? Here's How to Fix Your Website | Matthew Stafford
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42:26#725 What if the fastest way to grow your e-commerce revenue isn’t more traffic — but fixing what happens after customers land on your site? In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel sits down with Matthew Stafford, founder of Build Grow Scale, to unpack why most e-commerce businesses don’t actually have a traffic problem — they have a conversion proble…
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Posting on LinkedIn Might Be the Fastest Way to Build Your B2B Pipeline | Shamus Madan
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40:04#724 LinkedIn isn’t just a “nice to have” anymore — it might be the fastest way to build real B2B pipeline if you know how to play the game! In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Shamus Madan, founder of Dealroom Media, to break down how his team helps founders go viral on LinkedIn and turn content into sales conversations. Shamus share…
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How to Stop Being the Bottleneck in Your Business and Break the 6-Figure Ceiling | Jason Moss (MU Classic)
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51:09#723 Are you grinding away in your business but still not seeing the income you want? In this powerful episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, business coach Jason Moss breaks down why working harder isn’t the answer — and what to do instead. Jason shares how shifting your identity from operator to CEO can unlock real leverage, freedom, and income growth…
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254 Faculty, Staff and Students - Holiday Downtime Recommendations
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14:51The holidays are upon us and we hope that means you get some well-deserved downtime. Some quiet time to read a good book, listen to a podcast, watch a movie, or stream some good TV. We asked some of our colleagues at the William & Mary School of Business to share their recommendations with you. Something they think you'll enjoy while you watch, lis…
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Why Your Sales Page Isn’t Converting (And It’s Not Your Offer) | Martin Cris (MU Classic)
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41:50#722 If your sales page isn’t converting, it might not be your offer — it might be your presentation! In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, web designer Martin Cris shares the formula behind high-converting landing pages, drawing on over 15 years of experience helping founders, creators, and course sellers increase their online revenue. Martin …
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How Web Hosting Can Be the Ultimate Recurring Revenue Business | Dylan Bost
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47:14#721 What if you could build a simple, high-demand business that prints predictable monthly revenue — while solving one of the biggest frustrations business owners have with their websites? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Dylan Bost, founder of Sunny HQ, to break down how to start a web hosting business built on recurring revenue.…
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Want to Build an App Around Your Passion? How Limon Is Changing Travel | Ramon and Lili Montes
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48:30#720 What if your next favorite travel recommendation came from a 60-second voice note instead of a blog post? In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel sits down with sibling co-founders Ramon and Lili Montes to unpack how they’re building Limon — a social, short-form audio app that captures the “photo album storytelling” experience for travel, with a …
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Turn Your eComm Data into Pure Profit | Adam Callinan (MU Classic)
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47:41#719 If you've ever wondered how a SaaS business gets off the ground — or how math and spreadsheets can evolve into a powerful, profit-driving platform — this episode is for you! Host Brien Gearin sits down with Adam Callinan, founder of Pentane and host of the Growth Mavericks podcast, who shares his journey from building a multi-million dollar be…
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How a Simplified Approach to Quilting Is Generating 7-Figures | Mike O'Dell
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40:31#718 Quilting might not sound like a “high-growth” business at first glance — until you meet Mike O'Dell, founder of Legit Kits, a company turning quilt patterns into ready-to-sew works of art! In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel sits down with Mike to unpack how he went from working as a certified registered nurse anesthetist to building a fast-s…
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Reclaim Your Time with AI: How Business Owners Are Freeing Up Hours Each Week | Corey Ganim
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40:25#717 Corey Ganim is back with a brand-new mission: helping small business owners reclaim their time through AI! In this episode hosted by Brien Gearin, Corey shares why he walked away from a wildly successful Amazon and e-commerce career to launch Return My Time — a company dedicated to identifying operational bottlenecks and prescribing simple, lo…
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How to Build a 7-Figure Agency That Runs Without You | Jay Owen (MU Classic)
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52:58#716 What if your origin story isn’t what wins clients — but your ability to solve their problems is? In this episode hosted by Brien Gearin, Jay Owen, founder of Business Builders and host of Building a Business That Lasts, shares how he turned a teenage side hustle into a thriving multimillion-dollar agency that now runs mostly without him. Jay o…
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They Turned Their Voices into a 6-Figure Business — Here’s How | Dominick and Nicole Draper (MU Classic)
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55:41#715 What if your voice could become your most valuable asset? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we sit down with Dominick and Nicole Draper — aka The Voiceover Couple — who turned a side hustle on Fiverr into a thriving voiceover business earning five-figure contracts. From recording commercials for major brands like Nike and Yahoo Sportsb…
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Entrepreneurs Who Scale Fast Do THIS with Masterminds | Cliff Ravenscraft (MU Classic)
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1:06:45#714 Ever wonder how some entrepreneurs skyrocket their growth while others stay stuck for years? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we’re joined by Cliff Ravenscraft, a pioneer in the podcasting world who has helped over 40,000 people launch their shows and generated millions through online courses, coaching, and live events. Cliff shares h…
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Want to Make Money as an Introvert? High-Income Side Hustles for "Anti-Influencers" | Megan Spencer
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48:11#713 What if you could make multiple 5-figures from “introvert side hustles” without ever becoming an influencer? In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel sits down with Megan Spencer (“Meg the Creator”), a small-town, introverted mom who helps people build high-income side hustles through UGC, Amazon onsite commissions, TikTok Shop, and freelancing — …
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He Quit Drinking… Then Built a $10M Non-Alcoholic Beer Brand | Joe Chura (MU Classic)
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47:26#712 When Joe Chura quit drinking during the 75 Hard challenge, he didn’t just transform his health — he found his next business! In this episode hosted by Brien Gearin, Joe shares how that personal decision sparked the launch of Go Brewing, a non-alcoholic beer company built from his garage that’s now on track to hit $10 million in revenue. With a…
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How a Simple "Buy 1, Get 2 Free" Offer Turned into a $30M Eyewear Brand | Jonathan Strauss (MU Classic)
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47:53#711 What happens when you flip a jet ski, lose a $500 pair of sunglasses, and decide to build a better solution? You create one of the fastest-growing independent eyewear brands in the country! In this episode hosted by Brien Gearin, Jon Strauss, founder of Neven Eyewear, shares how that frustrating experience sparked a journey that led to a $30 m…
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Mr. Randy enters the robot fights and somehow that makes things so much worse for us. Cast: Overseer (Jacob) Randy the Mr Handy (Jon) Barry "Old Man" (Jason) Jack Bauer (Chris) https://www.acousticvideogames.com/ Produced by Ty Engle at Engle studioBy Jason Draper, Jacob Coffman
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Optimizing Google and Facebook Ad Performance in the AI Era | Ryan Burch
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45:00#710 What happens when AI completely rewrites the rules of Google and Facebook ads — and most businesses don’t even realize it yet? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Ryan Burch, founder of the Tobie Group, to break down how Google and Facebook ads are changing in the age of AI. Ryan shares his journey from print advertising to runni…
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He Turned Golf Gloves into a 6-Figure Business?! | Randall Pulfer (MU Classic)
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56:03#709 What if your next big business idea was hiding in plain sight — like on your golf glove? In this episode hosted by Brien Gearin, we sit down with Randall Pulfer, co-founder of Chipp Golf Co, a company reinventing the golf glove with bold designs and premium materials. Randall shares how he and his college friend went from brainstorming dorm ro…
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From Solo Painter to 6 Crews — How He Did It | Joshua Douglas (MU Classic)
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52:44#708 From solo painter to full-scale CEO, Josh Douglas has scaled A Painter’s Touch into a thriving multi-service business with six crews and multiple DBAs under one brand. In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, Josh shares how he transitioned from doing all the work himself to building teams of subcontractors, expanding into services like floor…
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Love Satisfying, Repeatable Work? How Striping Parking Lots Yields Quick Cash Flow | Cinco Winston
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45:37#707 Want a business that turns fresh asphalt into a “blank canvas” — and pays well for satisfying, repeatable work? In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel talks with Cinco Winston, founder of Trueline Striping in Central Texas, about how he left a stable construction career, skipped the franchise route, and bootstrapped his own parking lot striping …
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He Was Broke… Until Laundry Made Him a Millionaire | Dave Menz (Part 2) (MU Classic)
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46:33#706 In part two of our masterclass with Dave Menz, the Laundromat Millionaire, we shift from customer experience to the operational engine that drives a truly scalable business. Dave reveals how documented systems, strong SOPs, and empowered employees are the foundation of long-term success — not just in laundromats, but in any service-based busin…
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He Was Broke… Until Laundry Made Him a Millionaire | Dave Menz (Part 1) (MU Classic)
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49:09#705 What if you could build wealth by revitalizing one of the most overlooked industries in America? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we sit down with Dave Menz, the Laundromat Millionaire, who turned a failing, run-down laundromat into a multimillion-dollar empire by focusing on one key principle: serve your community better than anyone …
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How to Make YouTube Titles That Go Viral in 2025 l Jake Thomas (MU Classic)
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53:19#704 Have you ever wondered why some YouTube videos skyrocket while others flop? In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel is joined by Jake Thomas, expert YouTube title strategist and founder of Creator Hooks, to break down the psychology behind clickworthy titles and why the right 10 words could literally change your business. He explains the three co…
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Want to Scale Your Business via Franchising? How Diva Dance Grew to 50+ Locations | Jami Stigliano
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51:26#703 Thinking about turning your passion into a franchise or buying into a proven brand? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Jami Stigliano, founder of Diva Dance — a fun, confidence-building dance concept for adults with 50+ franchise locations across North America. Jami shares how a disappointing dance class in New York City led her…
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AI Is Reshaping the Creator Economy — Will Your Content Business Survive It? | Susie Bulloch
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47:05#702 What if the future of content creation depends less on algorithms and more on real human connection? In this episode, host Brien Gearin talks with Susie Bulloch — founder of Hey Grill, Hey — about how she grew a $35 WordPress site into a thriving barbecue brand with viral recipes, national retail products, and a deeply loyal community. Susie b…
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How Alex Neist Turned Mouth Tape into $40M in 2 Years | Alex Neist (MU Classic)
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57:19#701 What if better sleep could change your life — and build a booming business? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Alex Neist, former Arena League football quarterback and founder of Hostage Tape — the world’s largest mouth tape brand. Alex shares how poor sleep and snoring nearly derailed his health and marriage… until one life-cha…
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S1 E23: The Lost Motel [Fallout RPG]
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1:13:04Back from break! Exhausted and low on hit points, we find a piece of paradise in the middle of the desert. Cast: Overseer (Jacob) Randy the Mr Handy (Jon) Barry "Old Man" (Jason) Jack Bauer (Chris) https://www.acousticvideogames.com/ Produced by Ty Engle at Engle studioBy Jason Draper, Jacob Coffman
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Psychology, Personality, Energy — Try These Unconventional Team Building Strategies | Larry Walshe
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53:57#700 What if the secret to building an unstoppable creative team has nothing to do with resumes — and everything to do with psychology, personality, and energy? Larry Walshe — founder of the globally renowned Larry Walshe Studios — joins host Brien Gearin to break down how he recruits and builds high-performance teams in the creative industry. Larr…
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Adapt Your Bookkeeping Business to Thrive in the Age of AI | Kate Johnson
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35:25#699 Bookkeeping might feel like an industry “at risk” in the age of AI — but according to returning guest Kate Johnson, it’s actually positioned for major growth! In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, Kate shares how the accounting landscape is evolving, why AI-enabled bookkeepers will thrive, and how to ethically use new tools to speed up wor…
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He Buys Land Sight Unseen — And Profits Big | Seth Williams (MU Classic)
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56:03#698 What if your next big real estate win didn’t involve tenants, renovations, or even seeing the property in person? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we’re joined by Seth Williams, founder of REtipster.com, who reveals how he built a thriving business flipping vacant land — often sight unseen. Seth shares the exact strategies he used to …
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Attract, Train, and Retain a High-Performing Team in Any Industry | Samantha Irwin
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42:20#697 Want to build a team that sticks with you, performs at a high level, and actually loves coming to work? Samantha Irwin — owner of Kaizen Coaching and Consulting and longtime friend of the show — returns for a deep dive into the art and science of employee retention! In this episode hosted by Brien Gearin, she shares her journey from middle-sch…
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The AI Hack That Helps You Buy a Business in 2025 | Nik Hulewsky (MU Classic)
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48:19#696 What if you could tap into an AI-powered business coach — one that’s available 24/7, never forgets a conversation, and helps you find, evaluate, and negotiate your next business acquisition? In this episode hosted by Brien Gearin, serial entrepreneur and podcast host Nik Hulewsky returns to the show to break down how he’s leveraging AI to find…
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She Outsourced Everything… and Still Made Bank Selling Sweatshirts on Etsy | Christina Umerez (MU Classic)
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52:58#695 What if your creative side hustle could fund your freedom and run itself while you explore the world? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we’re joined by Christina Umerez, a digital nomad who built a successful Etsy print-on-demand business that now supports her travel-filled lifestyle. Christina shares how she went from custom pet portr…
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How to Kill It in the Restaurant Business | Ryan Gromfin (MU Classic)
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53:40#694 If you think a busy restaurant automatically means a profitable one — think again! In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we sit down with Ryan Gromfin, aka The Restaurant Boss, who pulls back the curtain on the flawed traditional restaurant business model. From his early days as a 15-year-old working in a five-star kitchen to building and …
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How to Start a Gutter Installation, Repair, and Cleaning Business That Wows Customers | Aleks Krylov
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43:26#693 How did a Wall Street finance pro turn a simple gutter repair problem into New Jersey’s only white-glove gutter service? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Aleks Krylov, founder of Stern Gutters, to break down how to start a profitable gutter installation, repair, and cleaning business. Aleks shares his journey from Wall Street …
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Leverage Your Brain's "Operating System" to Ensure Success in Life and Business | John Assaraf
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48:19#692 Unlock the science behind your success with this fascinating deep-dive into how your brain drives every result you create! In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel sits down with behavioral neuroscience expert and bestselling author John Assaraf, who shares how understanding the brain’s “operating system” transformed his life from troubled teen to…
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