Best Shawn Gates Podcasts (2026)

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Revisited: The First Steps To Reducing Your Anxiety with Author Mel Robbins 57:13

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Happy New Year from Team Simon! We’re so excited to bring you more new episodes of A Bit of Optimism when we return on January 27, 2026. With your support, we’ll make 2026 an incredible year together. In the meantime, we’re revisiting some of our favorite episodes from last year. We kicked off 2025 with a guest most podcast enthusiasts probably hav…

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Revisited: The Beautiful Brilliance of Boredom with Creative Polymath Elle Cordova 1:03:10

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Team Simon is revisiting some of the episodes you helped make our favorites of the year until A Bit of Optimism returns on January 27, 2026, with brand-new episodes. We’re rewinding back to August, when talented polymath Elle Cordova joined the show and unpacked how we’re all wired to chase the next spark. We scroll, swipe, refresh, and repeat—but …

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A Bit of Optimism Will Return in the New Year 2:37

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Team Simon here! As the year comes to a close, A Bit of Optimism is pressing pause for a short winter break. The show will return on January 27, 2026 and we can’t wait to be back with you. But before we go, we want to say thank you. Truly. This show exists because of you—the listeners who show up every week, share episodes and clips, leave thoughtf…

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Revisited: Your Unhappy Brain Needs Some Assistance with Happiness Expert Mo Gawdat 1:30:38

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Team Simon here! Thank you for being part of such an incredible year—and for helping us grow the podcast through your support, sharing it with others, and showing up week after week. We love seeing your comments and hearing what resonates with you. A Bit of Optimism returns on January 27, 2026, with brand-new episodes we think you’re really going t…

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Prepare for the Life You’re Meant to Live With Chaplain John Fox 1:07:31

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Often the biggest transformations we undergo don’t arrive as lightning bolts, but as quiet shifts we’ve been preparing for all along. For John Fox, the transformation from a 25-year career in high finance to becoming a chaplain wasn’t sudden at all. It was a slow burn—shaped by loss, reflection, community, and a deep desire to live a more meaningfu…

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How Losing Everything Taught Her to Help Everyone: Joan Howard’s Story 51:08

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Life can change in an instant. One day you’re shopping at Saks Fifth Avenue, and the next you’re sitting in your car with everything you own, and everyone you love, wondering what happens now. Joan Howard grew up in Beverly Hills with every advantage until a series of crises left her homeless and living in her car with her mother and three dogs. Wh…

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#210 2025 Vegas NFR Icon and Rodeo Legend Shawn Davis 43:07

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In this episode, we sit down with 2025 Vegas NFR Icon and rodeo legend Shawn Davis — a man whose impact on the sport is truly unmatched. Davis shares story after story from a life lived at the highest level of rodeo. He also reflects on the career-ending injury that nearly stopped everything… and the remarkable comeback that brought him back to the…

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S2 E1. Why Pre Gal Iron Wins And The Future Of Temp Fence 44:54

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Sasha from Founders Fence joins the show to break down how iron fencing evolved from raw painted steel to pre gal primed and powder coated panels, why material quality and gauge matter for chain link and temp fence, how robotics and overseas innovation are reshaping fabrication, and what contractors should know before chasing the cheapest panels, p…

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Checking In With Shawn 38:46

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Send us a text In this episode of The Gate-Keepers Podcast, Billy sits down with the one and only Shawn King — the force behind Mr. Fence Academy and one of the most impactful leaders in the fencing world. 🚧🔥 We dive into what Shawn has been up to lately, updates inside the Academy, industry shifts, events, growth, leadership, and how he continues …

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The Real Cost of Cheap Fence Work 32:22

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Send us a text We’ve all been there… a homeowner calls because the “cheap guy” left them with a leaning fence, bad materials, or a job that didn’t even make it through the first season 😬. In this solo episode, Billy breaks down the real cost of cheap fence work — and why saving a few bucks up front usually leads to bigger problems down the road. He…

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Lessons from the Fence Line: What I Wish I Knew (and the Tools That Saved Me) 36:21

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Send us a text In this solo episode, I’m taking you back to the early days — the wins, the mistakes, and the hard-earned lessons that shaped my journey in the fence world 😅. From the things I wish someone had told me when I first started… to the tools and tricks that eventually changed everything for me on the job site 🛠️🔥 This episode is laid-back…

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Building an Empire: The Matt Warner Way 1:35:06

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Send us a text This episode features a powerhouse in the fence industry — Matt Warner, the visionary behind Empire Netting & Fence and mySalesman. 💥 From humble beginnings to building two major industry brands, Matt has reshaped what leadership, innovation, and culture can look like inside a fence company. In this conversation, Matt sits down with …

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The Driscoll Update: New Shop, New Energy, Same JBR Fence Hustle 45:15

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Send us a text We’re welcoming back Jason Driscoll of JBR Fence — and a LOT has changed since the last time he and his wife joined the show! Tonight, we’re diving into The Driscoll Update: New Shop, New Energy, Same JBR Fence Hustle 💥 From moving into a bigger shop and office, to leveling up their workflow, to everything happening behind the scenes…

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Leading Through the Slow Season: How Smart Fence Companies Stay Busy, Build Better Crews, and Win When Others Fall Behind 42:59

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Send us a text Slow season hits everyone — but not everyone survives it the same way. Tonight, we dive deep into the strategies, leadership moves, and mindset shifts that keep the best fence companies thriving even when the phones slow down. In this episode, we break down: 🔥 How to stay busy during slow season without slashing prices 🔥 Practical wi…

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A Rebel With a Cause (and a Cone) with Jeni’s Ice Cream Founder Jeni Britton 53:19

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What if a great business was built like a handmade mixtape? A lovingly crafted experience that is as much a love letter from its founder as it is custom-tailored to its audience. Before Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams became a household name, Jeni Britton was a 22-year-old art school dropout scooping her ice cream creations at a farmers market in Ohio. …

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#209 Owner/CEO of Circa Las Vegas, The D Las Vegas & Golden Gate - Derek Stevens 28:17

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In this episode, we sit down with Derek Stevens — Owner and CEO of Circa Las Vegas, The D Las Vegas, and the Golden Gate — to dive into the mind of a true visionary in modern-day Vegas. Derek shares how his entrepreneurial journey began in Detroit long before he ever set foot in downtown Las Vegas. He talks about his first purchase, the historic Go…

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The Culture That Converts Even the Biggest Cynics with former WD-40 CEO Garry Ridge 56:55

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Who would’ve guessed that one of the world’s best company cultures was hiding behind a can of WD-40? Of all the places to find a leadership masterclass, the blue-and-yellow can in your garage probably wasn’t on your list - but it’s time to put it there. Garry Ridge - an Australian who brought his charm and curiosity across the Pacific - joined WD-4…

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#208 Barrelman/Clown Matt Merritt 34:58

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In this episode, we sit down with rodeo entertainer and host of the Mic Drop show at Cowboy Christmas — Matt Merritt. Matt shares the story of how he first found his path into the world of rodeo entertainment back in high school and how that passion grew into a full-time career as one of the most recognizable barrelmen in the sport. He talks about …

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Choose Your Seven Humans Wisely with author Fredrik Backman 58:07

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What if great friendships aren’t found by luck but built through effort? Bestselling novelist Fredrik Backman, the mind behind A Man Called Ove (adapted into the Tom Hanks film A Man Called Otto), Anxious People, and the beloved Beartown series, has spent his career writing about the quiet power of ordinary people. But in his real life, he learned …

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The Smartest Way To Be Stupid with comedian Matthew Broussard 1:04:53

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If you feel stupid while learning something new, you’re doing it right. But if you keep doing the same thing over and over hoping it’ll suddenly make sense - that’s on you. The trick isn’t to push harder; it’s to find a new teacher, a new explanation, a new way in. That’s exactly how Matthew Broussard approaches comedy - and everything else. A stan…

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#207 Vegas NFR Icon Dan Mortensen 28:27

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In this episode, we sit down with 2025 Vegas NFR Icon Dan Mortensen — one of the greatest bronc riders in rodeo history. A six-time Saddle Bronc Riding World Champion and 1997 All-Around World Champion, Dan shares how his journey began in Billings, Montana, and how his original goals evolved into a legendary career. He reflects on the early days of…

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The Man Who Proved Me Right with CEO Bob Chapman and the Barry-Wehmiller Team 1:12:07

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I’ve long imagined a world where people wake each morning inspired, feel safe wherever they work, and return home fulfilled by what they’ve created. That vision once felt like a dream - until I met Bob Chapman, CEO of Barry-Wehmiller, who quietly built it into reality. Over five decades, Bob has grown a humble Midwestern manufacturing company into …

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Rob Lowe Names Names: The Power of ‘Screw It’ 1:02:21

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We don’t usually look to Hollywood for lessons in career longevity. But it might be the perfect place to study it. Few industries move faster or cast people aside more quickly, and yet Rob Lowe has spent more than four decades defying those odds. His story isn’t just about surviving fame—it’s about overcoming adversity, finding joy in the work, and…

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The Future You Avoid Is Riskier Than the One You Face with LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman 1:06:32

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The future is something we create, not just something that happens. To guide progress toward real good, we need bold, optimistic visions of what society can become. Reid Hoffman makes the case for better science fiction - stories that don’t just entertain, but illuminate the futures we can strive for. As a serial entrepreneur and cofounder of Linke…

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Prestained for Success: Growing Stain Divisions and the Gopher Wood Advantage 46:17

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Send us a text Prestained for Success: Growing Stain Divisions and the Gopher Wood Advantage In this episode of The Gate-Keepers Podcast, host Billy Grove sits down with Caleb Roth, CEO of Expert Stain & Seal, Stain & Seal Experts, and Gopher Wood. They dive into proven strategies for adding and scaling a profitable staining division inside an esta…

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Beyond the Fence: SWI’s Mark Olsen on Innovation & Influence 48:50

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Send us a text Mark Olsen of SWI Fence joins Billy Grove for an in-depth conversation about building one of the country’s most respected fence companies and creating a powerhouse YouTube channel that educates contractors and homeowners alike. In this episode, Mark shares: His journey into the fence industry and the early lessons learned How SWI exp…

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5K Breakthrough at 44! - Chasing Sub-20 23:38

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“At 44, I ran my fastest 5K since 2019—and now I’m chasing a sub-20 minute PR. Here’s how summer heat, longer runs, and tempo work got me there!”By Shawn Ozbun

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What Your Love Life Can Teach You About Work Relationships with psychotherapist Esther Perel 1:02:24

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We’ve never had more freedom in our relationships—yet many of us feel more disconnected than ever. Marriage, family, and even the workplace have all been reshaped by shifting norms, new technologies, and rising expectations. Happiness, once a nice-to-have, is now the very glue that keeps both couples and teams together. Few people understand these …

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#206 PRCA World Champion Saddle Bronc Riders Ryder Wright & Brad Gjermundson 32:17

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In this episode, 1985 Saddle Bronc World Champion Brad Gjermundson and 2024 Champion Ryder Wright sit down for a fascinating cross-generation conversation. Brad kicks things off by reflecting on the very first NFR in Las Vegas in 1985 and comparing it to its earlier days in Oklahoma City. From there, the two dive into how the NFR has evolved over t…

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Your Instincts Know What You Want with Author Arthur Brooks 55:54

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Your instincts aren’t just whispers. They’re a compass pointing you toward the life you’re meant to live. But in a world obsessed with speed, metrics, and outcomes, most of us forget how to listen. Arthur Brooks, bestselling author and Harvard Business School professor, teaches one of the most popular classes on happiness. But his insights come not…

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#205 Roundtable with Josh Frost, J.D. Struxness, and Dean Thompson 33:57

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In this roundtable episode, we bring together three of rodeo's newest World Champions — Josh Frost, J.D. Struxness, and Dean Thompson. All first-time gold buckle winners in 2024, they sit down to share what it feels like to finally reach the top. From years of hard work and close calls to the moment it all came together, the champs open up about th…

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The Power of Doing One Thing Exceptionally Well with Gymshark Founder and CEO Ben Francis 1:01:14

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We’re often told to do more, move faster, and chase the next big trend—but some of the most remarkable successes come from narrowing your focus, obsessing over one thing, and truly understanding the people you’re serving. Ben Francis knows this better than most. He started Gymshark with nothing more than a sewing machine and a passion for making gy…

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#204 1985 & 2024 PRCA Team Roping Champions 50:18

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In this special episode, the 2024 PRCA Team Roping World Champions turn the tables and step into the host's chair as they interview the 1985 PRCA Team Roping Champions. What unfolds is a fun, story-driven conversation filled with great questions, behind-the-scenes memories, and championship perspectives across generations. From swapping rodeo stori…

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Simon Goes Nuclear with nuclear energy influencer Isabelle Boemeke 1:06:20

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“Nuclear” might make you wince—but the real problem isn’t the energy, it’s the branding. Safe, low-carbon, and scalable, nuclear could be a climate hero—if only we told the story right. Isabelle Boemeke is on a mission to change how we think about nuclear energy. A Brazilian model turned the world’s first nuclear influencer, she created her alter e…

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How Racing a Marathon Can Take Your Running to the Next Level 18:23

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How Racing a Marathon Can Take Your Running to the Next Level by Shawn OzbunBy Shawn Ozbun

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#203 2025 Miss Rodeo America Callie Mueller 25:39

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In this inspiring episode, 2025 Miss Rodeo America Callie Mueller shares her journey from her first pageant in South Dakota in 2019 to capturing rodeo's most prestigious crown. She takes listeners behind the scenes of competing for nine intense days during the NFR, the dedication and daily discipline it takes to be a rodeo queen, and the joy of wea…

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The Brilliance of Boredom with creative polymath Elle Cordova 1:05:22

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We’re wired to chase the next spark - scrolling, swiping, refreshing - but some of our brightest ideas sneak in when we stop chasing, let boredom settle in and give our minds room to wander. Elle Cordova knows the power of that pause. When the pandemic hit pause on her life as a touring musician, she stumbled into new creative territory - making of…

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#202 Roundtable Shad Mayfield, Riley Webb, and Ryder Wright 31:02

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In this driven roundtable episode, three multi-time world champions—2x Tie-Down Roping Champ Shad Mayfield, 2x Tie-Down Roping Champ Riley Webb, and 3x Saddle Bronc Riding Champ Ryder Wright—sit down for an unfiltered conversation about what it really takes to reach the top. They share the feeling of winning their first gold buckle, the pressure an…

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The Privilege of Bad Experiences with NASA astronaut Jonny Kim 26:10

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This was the most epic Zoom call we’ve ever been a part of — an incredible conversation with NASA astronaut Jonny Kim, live from the International Space Station, with sunrise on Earth as a stunningly causal site behind him as they barreled at 17,000 mph in orbit. Thanks to the amazing team at Johnson Space Center, Jonny was able to join us to share…

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#201 PRCA World Champion Bull Rider Josh Frost and Ted Nuce 30:06

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In this episode, 2024 Bull Riding World Champion Josh Frost sits down with 1985 World Champion Ted Nuce for a powerful and entertaining conversation about what it takes to be the best in the world. They dive deep into the mindset behind championship success—breaking down the role of positive self-talk, visualization, and having a clear game plan. T…

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#200 PRCA World Champion Steer Wrestlers J.D. Struxness and Ote Berry 32:11

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2024 Steer Wrestling World Champion J.D. Struxness and 1985 World Champion Ote Berry team up for a powerhouse episode that dives deep into the world of bulldogging. They share what it takes to survive—and thrive—through 10 intense days at the NFR in Las Vegas, and how crucial horsemanship, hazing, and horsepower are to success in the arena. The con…

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Blood, Bruises & Better Practices: My Fence Safety Journey 35:59

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Send us a text ⚠️ “I almost lost my eyesight…” 🦺💥 In this episode of The Gate-Keepers Podcast, I share the hard lessons I’ve learned about safety in the fence industry—from nearly going blind after a grinder accident to nail gun mishaps and screwdriver stabs. This isn’t just about my mistakes—it’s about how you can create a culture of safety on you…

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Social Proof Sells: Using Reviews, Photos & Referrals to Win More Fence Jobs 44:16

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Send us a text This week, we’re unlocking the secret to winning more fence jobs without spending a dime on advertising: Social Proof 📸🌟. ✅ More reviews = More trust 🙌 ✅ Better before & after photos = More leads 👀 ✅ Referrals = Your customers selling for you 💬 Join Billy Grove as he breaks down how fence professionals can: ✔️ Get more 5-star reviews…

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Summer Surge: Scaling Crews, Using Subs, and Staying Efficient in the Heat 35:15

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Send us a text 🎙️ Summer is here, and the jobs are stacking up fast! In this episode of The Gate-Keepers Podcast, Billy Grove breaks down how to scale smart during the summer rush: 🚛 adding a new crew, 👷‍♂️ working with subcontractors, and 📦 boosting efficiency to keep up with demand. 💥 Follow & subscribe for weekly fence industry insights! 🙌 Thank…

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The Missing Link in Fence Efficiency: Let’s Talk Production Coordination 37:42

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Send us a text 🎙️ This week, Billy breaks down how a Production Coordinator can save your fence company time, money, and headaches. Plus, he reviews a real jobsite video to share key takeaways you can use today. 🔥 Sponsored by Mr Fence Academy, National Metal Industries, J.C. Gury Signs & Decals, and Orlando Hinge Company. Support the show THANK YO…

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#199 11X World Champion Barrel Racer Charmayne James 32:53

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In this episode, 11x World Champion Barrel Racer Charmayne James takes us back to where it all began—arriving at the very first NFR in Las Vegas as a wide-eyed 15-year-old. She shares what it was like to experience the energy of Vegas and how the city's fascination with rodeo helped elevate the sport. Charmayne opens up about the moment that lit a …

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Why Running 5Ks Might Be Better (and Healthier) Than Training for a Marathon 26:22

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visit - the5krace.com for training plans, and much more. Track: Jared Waldroff - Am I Alive Yet?Music provided by Ninety9LivesStream / Free Download: 99l.ai/v5dqnq0.pbtBy Shawn Ozbun

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The Business Case for Good Manners with etiquette coach William Hanson 54:44

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Good manners aren’t just about being polite — they’re about making other people feel seen. William Hanson is one of the world’s leading etiquette coaches. He’s advised royalty, CEOs, and television personalities on how to communicate with clarity, confidence, and grace. But his mission goes far beyond fine dining or proper handshakes. In today’s fa…

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#198 2025 PRCA Bareback Riding Champion Dean Thompson 33:16

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2025 PRCA Bareback Riding World Champion Dean Thompson joins the show for a fun and inspiring conversation filled with grit, laughs, and hometown pride. Dean dives into how his wrestling background shaped his mental toughness in rodeo and even shares his pick for the best wrestler in the rodeo world. He talks about the unmatched support from Utah f…

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Live Like You Have 2 Years Left with dancer and cancer survivor Angela Trimbur 53:41

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You have two years left to live. What would you do? That's a real question Angela Trimbur had to answer. In 2018, a breast cancer diagnosis forced her to get honest with herself. If Angela had only 2 years to live, what kind of life did she truly wish to live? Angela chose to start over. She sold everything she owned, moved to New York City, and be…