Best Steve McLeod Podcasts (2025)

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Magnolia: Chip & Joanna Gaines. From House Flipping to Household Name 1:33:47

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What happens when a charismatic home renovator marries a budding design whiz? You get the billion-dollar powerhouse that is Chip and Joanna Gaines. The Gaines’ TV show Fixer Upper became a cultural obsession, turning shiplap and farmhouse sinks into a lifestyle movement that swept America. When they walked away from that show at peak popularity, ev…

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Control the Controllables 32:40

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Feeling overwhelmed by things you can’t change? As photographers and business owners, it’s easy to spiral when ad costs rise, social media is noisy, or outside drama creeps in. But the truth is, success comes from focusing on what you can control. In this episode of the Difference Maker Revolution Podcast, Jonathan, Ronan, and Jeanine share powerfu…

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Advice Line with Stacy Madison of Stacy’s Pita Chips 54:46

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Stacy’s Pita Chips co-founder Stacy Madison joins Guy on the Advice Line to answer questions from three early-stage entrepreneurs. Plus, Stacy talks about her hard-won experience of knowing when to stick with an idea… and when to walk away. First up, Sam wants to figure out how to leverage his popular pizza instagram account into the go-to place fo…

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Episode 234: VHS: Halloween!!! A Conversation 1:26:49

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It’s spooky season and Steve and Sean are diving headfirst into the blood soaked chaos of V/H/S: Halloween! This week it’s just the guys catching up on horror news, swapping scares, and breaking down the latest entry in the found footage anthology that refuses to die. Grab your candy, dim the lights, and get ready for another Mostly Horror deep div…

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Coaches Corner - Vol 3. 5:01

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Coach Bruce Palmer talks about the latest drills uploaded onto The Reverse Pivot website. There are five more offensive drills adapted from coaching talents of Gianmarco Sapio and the late Lute Olson. View the drills on www.thereversepivot.com/coachescornerBy reversepivot

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"Stillborn" by Shantell Powell + "Courtney Lovecraft's Book of the Dead" by Sam J Miller 55:22

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This episode features "Stillborn" by Shantell Powell (©2025 by Shantell Powell) read by Susan Hanfield, and "Courtney Lovecraft's Book of the Dead" by Sam J Miller (©2025 by Sam J Miller) read by Stefan Rudnicki. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Adamant Press

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Turning Player Anger into Advocacy with Jarvs Tasker 35:13

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Today’s guest is Jarvs Tasker, Head of Communications at Happy Volcano. Jarvs has held several community and communications roles across the games industry, including at Raw Fury, where she worked on Dome Keeper and Blue Prince. She’s also an award-winning accessibility advocate, recently recognised at Game Dev Heroes 2025 for her work championing …

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Faherty Brand: Alex and Mike Faherty. How Jersey Shore + Manhattan Chic grew to 80 stores. 1:13:21

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When identical twins Mike and Alex Faherty launched their clothing brand, they made a daring move– launching wholesale, retail, and online, pretty much at the same time. Investors said it was outdated, maybe even doomed. But that contrarian bet helped grow Faherty into a hugely popular brand, built on family, ingenuity, and obsession with detail. T…

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The Secret Sauce So You Can Define Your Success 27:30

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Are you measuring your success by someone else’s numbers? Too many photographers fall into the comparison trap: chasing averages, sales, and trends that don’t reflect what they actually want from their business. In this episode of the Difference Maker Revolution Podcast, Jonathan, Ronan, and Jeanine reveal the real “secret sauce” to defining succes…

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Coaches Corner - 9 ways to recognise a good drill 5:36

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More drills are up on The Reverse Pivot's Coaches Corner, including an insightful article by coach Dave Stricklin about the 9 ways to recognise a good drill. www.thereversepivot.comBy reversepivot

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Advice Line with Michael Dubin of Dollar Shave Club 53:54

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Dollar Shave Club founder Michael Dubin joins Guy on the Advice Line to answer questions from three early-stage founders. Plus, Michael shares his latest career pivot into the screenwriting world. First, Benita from New Jersey asks how to create a “guerilla-style” marketing campaign to introduce customers to her specialty Syrian Cheese. Then, Brand…

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Episode 233: Henry Zebrowski on Horror, Aliens, and UFO: Unbelievably Friendly Organisms 1:06:45

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Hey Horror Fans!!! It’s the second week of spooky season and we’re joined by the one and only Henry Zebrowski, the podcasting legend, comedian, and actor you know from Last Podcast on the Left, Your Pretty Face Is Going to Hell, and The Wolf of Wall Street. Sean’s been waiting years for this one, and it does not disappoint. We chat horror, aliens, …

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Pressbox and Tide Cleaners: Vijen Patel. The $1.99 Gamble That Built a National Brand 1:06:23

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What if the best startup isn’t sexy at all? In 2013, Vijen Patel left private equity to pursue “the least-worst idea”: dry cleaning. No patents. No app wizardry. Just laundry lockers in high-rises, ruthless unit economics, and a $1.99-a-shirt price that was seared into America’s brain. From bootstrapping routes at 5 a.m. to breaking even in 6 weeks…

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Are You a 'Photographer’s Photographer'? If You Are, AI is About to Eat Your Lunch 35:25

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AI isn’t coming for photography—it’s already here. And if your business is built on impressing other photographers instead of serving clients, you could be in serious trouble. In this thought-provoking episode, Ronan, Steve, Jeanine, and Jonathan pull no punches as they explore why being a “photographer’s photographer” is no longer enough—and what …

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"Blood-Orange" by L.M. Harris + "Safe Face" by Ash Huang 26:04

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This episode features "Blood-Orange" by L.M. Harris (©2025 by L.M. Harris) read by Janina Edwards, and "Safe Face" by Ash Huang (©2025 by Ash Huang) read by Justine Eyre. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Adamant Press

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Advice Line with Tony Xu of Doordash 49:13

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Tony Xu, founder of DoorDash, joins Guy on the Advice Line to answer questions from three early-stage entrepreneurs. Plus, Tony updates Guy on his latest ventures: expanding into grocery and retail delivery - and taking on international markets. First, we hear from Ron in Portland, who’s wondering about the right time to expand his product line - f…

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The Strangers Revisited: Mostly Horror Rewind with Writer/Director Bryan Bertino 1:29:44

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Spooky season is here and Steve and Sean are kicking it off with a loaded Mostly Horror Rewind. The guys start with some fresh horror news including a new cinematic R L Stine project, a revamp of Young Frankenstein, and Michael Shanks’ bizarrely titled Hotel Hotel Hotel Hotel. Then it is back to one of their all time favorite conversations with wri…

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Craigslist: Craig Newmark — The Forrest Gump of the Internet 1:05:06

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What if the founder of one of the internet’s most enduring brands… never wanted to run a company? In 1995, Craig Newmark was a 42-year-old computer programmer in San Francisco who simply wanted to share local tech meetups with friends. He started an email list that became Craigslist—a website that reshaped how we find jobs, apartments, and communit…

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When Do You Reveal the Price to Your Client? – Most Get This WRONG!!! 27:47

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Is hiding your prices killing your sales—and your reputation? In this episode, Ronan, Steve, Jeanine, and Jonathan tackle one of the trickiest (and most misunderstood) parts of running a photography business: when and how to talk about money with clients. Spoiler: most photographers get this wrong—and it leaves clients feeling icky, burned, and nev…

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Episode 42 - Andre Moore 1:13:38

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The Reverse Pivot welcomes guest Andre Moore to the podcast. Andre Moore is a former American basketball player best known for his impact in the NBL. A key contributor to the Brisbane Bullets in the late 1980s, Andre helped the Bullets to a Grand Final appearance and quickly became a fan favourite for his dynamic playing style and presence on the c…

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Advice Line with Randy Hetrick of TRX 52:24

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Randy Hetrick, former Navy SEAL and founder of the suspension training company TRX, joins Guy on the Advice Line to answer questions from three early-stage entrepreneurs. Plus, Randy updates Guy on his latest venture, a mobile gym called Outfit that brings the workout to you. First, we hear from Paige in Toronto, who’s wondering how to best capital…

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Breaking Down HIM (2025) : The Good, the Bad, and the WTF is this? 1:20:41

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On this episode of Mostly Horror, Steve and Sean dive into some of the biggest horror news of the week like Martin Scorsese teaming up with Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence for a brand new horror project, and SNLs Kenan Thompson bringing Sleepaway Camp back in a surprising way. After the news, the guys share their thoughts on the new film HI…

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Data, Trust & The Death of Product-Centric Banking | FinovateFall 2025 18:11

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Recording “in the hall” at FinovateFall, host Sam Kilmer is joined by Wayne Miller ( SVP Innovation at ICBA & GP at BankTech Ventures), Tiffani Montez (Principal Analyst, EMARKETER), and Har Rai Khalsa (CEO & Co-Founder, Swaystack). They discuss what a fintech leader’s day really looks like, the urgency of AI adoption, the shaky logic of bank-issue…

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Poppi: Allison and Stephen Ellsworth. From Farmers Market Vinegar Drink to $2B Soda Sensation 1:06:48

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A decade ago, Allison Ellsworth was drinking apple cider vinegar for health reasons and doctoring it with fruit so she could stand the taste. Her husband Stephen helped her turn it into a business by adding carbonation on a hacked soda line in their Dallas townhouse. They called it “Mother Beverage,” and sold out every week at the farmers market…bu…

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Why Are So Many Photographers 'Tight-Asses'? 28:55

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Are you unknowingly holding your photography business back by cutting the wrong corners? In this lively, no-nonsense conversation, Ronan, Steve, Jeanine, and Jonathan dig into why so many photographers sabotage their success by skimping on the very tools and investments that could transform their business. This episode will challenge the way you th…

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Episode 41 - NBL Preview and Ryan Stolberg & Marcus Bellchambers 1:54:36

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This is a 2-in-1 episode of The Reverse Pivot. In the first half, Bruce Palmer and Steve McLeod talk about the upcoming NBL season. Then Ryan Stolberg and Marcus Bellchambers join the podcast to talk about their wins in the 1997 Queensland Basketball League and national championship. The Reverse Pivot is proudly sponsored by Brian Kerle Basketball …

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Advice Line with Bobbi Brown of Jones Road Beauty 45:43

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Bobbi Brown, founder of Bobbi Brown Cosmetics and Jones Road Beauty, joins Guy on the Advice Line, where they answer questions from three early-stage entrepreneurs. Plus, Bobbi shares what drove her to found her new company — Jones Road — at the age of 62. First we meet Mark in Chicago, an orthopedic surgeon who’s looking to promote his cabbage-bas…

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Author Clay McLeod Chapman Feeds Our Acquired Tastes 1:28:47

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This week on Mostly Horror, Sean and Steve welcome back horror master Clay McLeod Chapman for a fun, introspective and wide ranging conversation. Clay talks about bringing his unique brand of dread to Marvel Comics (including Spiderman, Venom and Carnage), the eerie origins of his graphic novel Seance in the Asylum, and the twisted delights of his …

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Coaches Corner - Two Horn Sets 2:39

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The Coaches Corner latest upload is two horn drills to improve your game. Download the document at: www.thereversepivot.com/coachescornerBy reversepivot

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Nirav Tolia: Nextdoor. How neighborhood chatter went global 1:08:05

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Many of us don’t know our neighbors anymore — and Nirav Tolia wanted to change that. He walked away from millions in stock options at Yahoo and eventually co-founded Nextdoor, the hyperlocal social network where neighbors share local news and recommendations. Along the way, he learned that for a digital service, Nextdoor demanded a ton of manual wo…

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How to Get Your MOJO Back 26:55

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Every photographer hits a slump. The shoots feel flat, the bookings slow down, and the energy just isn’t there. But your mojo isn’t gone for good—you just need the right strategies to reignite it. In this episode of the Difference Maker Revolution Podcast, Ronan, Steve, Jeanine, and Jonathan share practical, real-world ways to get your spark back i…

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Episode 40 - Nigel Purchase 1:18:52

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The Reverse Pivot sits down with Nigel Purchase. Nigel Purchase is a former Australian basketball player who went on to become the CEO and Founder of Chase Basketball, an organisation dedicated to developing athletes and promoting the game at the grassroots and elite levels. During his playing career, he competed in the National Basketball League (…

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From the Rooftop of JAM Fintop 2025 // Steve Soukup, Todd Clark, Erin Simpson, Karan Kashyap 31:20

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Host Sam Kilmer records live from Hyatt Nashville with Steve Soukup (DefenseStorm), Todd Clark (Investifi), Erin Simpson (Encore Bank), and Karan Kashyap (Posh). They swap “day-in-the-life” notes, why AI went from “go slow” to “why aren’t we live,” practical stablecoin prep, real-time payments use cases, ERP integrations, deposit outflows to wealth…

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Mostly Horror Rewind: Goosebumps Illustrator Tim Jacobus 2:09:17

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Things didn’t go quite as planned this week on Mostly Horror, but sometimes that makes for the most interesting conversations. With our guest lineup shifting last minute, we start by unpacking the shocking news of Charlie Kirk’s assassination, reflecting on his controversial career, the polarizing reactions online, and the bigger cultural questions…

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Advice Line with Dave Weiner of Priority Bicycles 55:46

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Priority Bicycles founder and CEO Dave Weiner joins Guy on the Advice Line to answer questions from three early-stage founders. Plus, Dave shares his strategy for keeping sales steady and positioning Priority Bicycles for continued growth in uncertain or declining markets. First, we meet Dave from Rhode Island who’s trying to figure out how to brin…

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"Finishing Touches" by Adam-Troy Castro + "Autogas Ferryman" by Champ Wongsatayanont 57:32

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This episode features "Finishing Touches" by Adam-Troy Castro (©2025 by Adam-Troy Castro) and "Autogas Ferryman" by Champ Wongsatayanont (©2025 by Champ Wongsatayanont), both read by Stefan Rudnicki. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Adamant Press

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Carlton Calvin: Razor. The wild rise, collapse, and reinvention of a mobile toy empire. 1:13:50

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In the summer of 2000, Razor scooters were everywhere—on sidewalks, in schools, even in Silicon Valley offices. At the center of it all was Carlton Calvin, an ex-lawyer turned toy mogul who had already ridden—and crashed—multiple crazes, from Pogs to yo-yos. Carlton knew how to spot what kids wanted before the world caught on. But when Razor went f…