Best Jeremy Barker Podcasts (2025)

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The Warriors Mindset with Kamran Loghman 34:10

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8h ago34:10

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In this episode, Doug speaks with Kamran Loghman about how the ‘Warriors Mindset’ from eastern philosophy can be brought into the work and lives of people in the West. In a world that worships comfort, distraction, and cheap dopamine, we stand for something ancient. This isn’t your typical pep-talk on grit. It’s a deep dive into the timeless warrio…

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The Modern Day Wife: Building Community Beyond Labels 38:26

19d ago38:26

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Send us a text Two entrepreneurs named Megan found each other through a charity collaboration during COVID, sparking a business partnership that would redefine women's community events across North America. The Modern Day Wife co-founders Meagan Ayers and Megan Fialkoff reveal how their instant connection transformed into a thriving brand known for…

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Lead with Trust or Don't Lead at All with Giorgio Natili 26:31

22d ago26:31

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In this episode, Doug speaks with Giorgio Natili about the importance of trust when leading. Our conversation took place specifically within the context of technology companies, since many engineers are promoted to management based on technical expertise. As it turns out, leading people requires a much different skillset, which is what we discuss. …

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Expecting Fitness: The Pregnancy Journey with Fertility Expert Birgitta Lauren 29:19

25d ago29:19

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Send us a text Birgitta Lauren, founder of Expecting Fitness, shares her holistic approach to fertility and pregnancy that helped her naturally conceive and deliver healthy twins at age 53. She reveals how proper nutrition, exercise, avoiding chemicals, and mental wellness create the foundation for successful conception and healthy pregnancies at a…

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He Yelled About Laptops on TV… Turns Out He’s a Crypto Millionaire | PC Laptops (Dan Young) 1:01:36

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💻 Remember those wild “PC Laptops” commercials from the 2000s? The guy yelling “We love you!” on your TV at 1 a.m.? Turns out, he wasn’t just a gimmick—he was building a business empire behind the scenes. In this episode of UtahPreneur, we sit down with Dan Young, the mastermind behind PC Laptops, Xidax, and multiple other ventures that quietly mad…

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Only the Adaptable will Lead with Dale Turnbull 28:33

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In this episode, Doug speaks with Dale about the importance of adaptability in leadership. In the world of leadership, one of the most important things we can do is ask ‘why’ and take our curiosity out to the people we are looking to lead and influence. If you want to know more about Dale, click below: https://leadadaptimpact.com/ https://www.linke…

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Aligning Purpose and Profits with Elena Lopari 28:04

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In this episode, Doug speaks with Elona Lopari about incorporating purpose into a profit generating business. There is a tendency in the business world to emphasize the ‘bottom line’ to the exclusion of other value drivers. In this episode, we discuss how purpose is one of those key value drivers, and the way to integrate it into a business and mak…

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This is Why You See Julia Reagan Billboards Everywhere | Reagan Outdoor Advertising (Bill Reagan) 34:32

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🪧 You’ve seen her face—on highways, side streets, and city centers across Utah. But who is Julia Reagan? And why were 300+ billboards dedicated to her? In this episode of UtahPreneur, we sit down with Bill Reagan, the man behind Reagan Outdoor Advertising, to uncover the emotional story behind the Julia Reagan billboards that captured the state’s a…

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From Bankrupt Twice to a Successful Manufacturing Business with Jeremy Barker 36:20

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In this episode, Doug speaks with Jeremy Barker about his journey through two bankruptcies to tremendous success with Murphy Door and Murphy Ladder Much of what our conversation revolved around was the difference between having access to resources and being resourceful. Many businesses stop trying to solve hard problems once they have resources, an…

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The $82M World-Class Theatre… in Sandy, Utah?! | Hale Centre Theatre (Mark & Sally Dietlein) 49:52

2M ago49:52

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✨ Mark and Sally Dietlein turned a small South Salt Lake stage into one of the most advanced and beloved theatres in the country—Hale Centre Theatre in Sandy, Utah. With over 600,000 guests a year, a $82 million state-of-the-art venue, and stages that move, fly, and even flood, this nonprofit theatre is rewriting the rules of live performance. In t…

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Human-Centered Leadership with Isabelle Fortin 20:59

2M ago20:59

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In this episode, Doug speaks with team leadership strategist Isabelle Fortin about human-centered leadership. They discuss the distinction between leadership and management, emphasizing the importance of treating employees as unique individuals. Isabelle highlights the need for leaders to support and empower their team members, rather than just man…

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Moving from Judgment to Awareness in Leadership with Yosi Kossowsky 25:19

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In this episode, Doug speaks with Yosi Kossowsky about about transitioning from judgment to awareness in leadership. They discuss how leaders can cultivate curiosity and self-awareness to manage challenges, reduce anxiety, and avoid binary thinking. Yoshi emphasizes practical strategies over theory, sharing insights from his engineering background.…

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Ep. 25 - Services to Products to Assets with Travis Chambers 2:19:40

2M ago2:19:40

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This week we sit down with Travis Chambers, founder of Chamber media, creator of Outpost X, and business coach--to talk about his own journey bootstrapping an 8 figure business in his 20's, pivoting to travel and experiences, and creating a legacy of wealth. We hope you get as much out of this as we did! Support the show Follow us on social at: Jer…

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The Evolution of Leadership with Technology 18:27

2M ago18:27

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In this episode, Doug speaks with Mike Peterson, founder of Apex Consulting Partners and author of "Leading in the Age of Digital Disruption." They explore how leadership must evolve amidst rapid technological advancements, particularly digital disruption and AI. Mike emphasizes the importance of trust, transparent communication, and accountability…

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Lost $20M, Slept in His Truck, Built a $50M Brand Anyway | Murphy Door (Jeremy Barker) 1:16:57

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🚪 Jeremy Barker lost $20 million before the age of 22. He went bankrupt twice, slept in his truck, and worked as a firefighter earning $800 paychecks—while pouring everything he had into building Murphy Door, a Utah-based hidden door and custom storage company now valued at over $60 million. Today, Murphy Door is transforming homes across America—s…

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Putting the Person Ahead of the Employee with Dan Sheil 18:57

2M ago18:57

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In this episode, Doug speaks with Dan Sheil about the importance of connecting with the ‘person’ on your team before interacting with them as an employee of the company. The corporate world can feel draining at times. There are lots of teams where work is completely transactional. The problem is that transactional work is NOT how the company gets t…

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Using Trust to Create Business Value with Kevin McClaughry 21:58

3M ago21:58

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In this episode, Doug speaks with Kevin about the way he creates value in his career Doug worked with Kevin at Intel in 2003, and has followed his career since then, observing the way he brings a genuine interest in human connection to his leadership style by bringing trust to the front of his interactions. If you want to know more about Kevin, cli…

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The Making of Queen's Jewels: Adventure, Friendship, and Creative Vision 36:12

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Send us a text Linda Duncombe and Joshua Friedman share their creative journey bringing the family adventure film "Queen's Jewels" from concept to completion, revealing how their friendship evolved into a filmmaking partnership. • Joshua created a short film as a proof-of-concept that helped attract investors while working on the feature screenplay…

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How a $6 Photo Book Idea Became an 8-Figure Brand | Chatbooks (Vanessa Quigley) 52:09

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⭐ Vanessa Quigley never planned to be a tech founder. But when her youngest son cried over a photo book from his preschool teacher, she realized how badly families need better ways to preserve their memories. That moment sparked Chatbooks—a startup that began with a simple idea: “Print my Instagram.” In this episode, Vanessa shares the full backsto…

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This Parenting Hack Saves Families Thousands Of Dollars– And She Franchised It | Kid to Kid (Shauna Sloan) 1:01:15

3M ago1:01:15

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🎙️ Shauna Sloan is the Utah mom who turned her love of thrifting into a national resale empire. In this episode of UtahPreneur, we dive into the origin story of Kid to Kid, one of the most recognizable children's resale franchises in the country. Shauna shares how she and her husband launched the business in 1992 with no outside capital—just grit, …

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Working with a Consultant Mindset with Tim Lawson 28:02

3M ago28:02

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In this episode, Doug speaks with Tim Lawson about operating a business with a consulting mindset. Doug and Tim have known each other for over 20 years and they have both worked in the consulting world at one point or another throughout their careers. In today’s episode, they discuss how the principles of consulting can be brought into a traditiona…

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She’s on a Mission to Create 20 Female Millionaires | Queen of Wraps (Heather Barber) 52:21

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🎙️ Heather Griffith Barber helped turn Queen of Wraps into one of Utah’s most recognized print and vehicle wrap companies. What started with her brothers—and a cape and crown—grew into a full-service branding powerhouse with 30 employees and clients across the country. But at the height of it all, Heather made the bold move to step away. In this ep…

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How Personal Growth Took His Agency to $25M+ | Disruptive Advertising (Jake Baadsgaard) 1:03:41

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🎙 Jake Baadsgaard built Disruptive Advertising into a $25M powerhouse by helping businesses stop wasting money on bad ads. But behind the scenes, Jake was burned out, disconnected from his family, and hiding behind the success of his company. In this episode, he shares the raw, honest story of what happened after he hit $10M in revenue—and realized…

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Building Prosperity Through Others with Andrew Crapuchettes 23:19

3M ago23:19

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In this episode, Doug speaks with Andrew about how entrepreneurs create blessings for others at scale through business ventures. If you want to know more about Andrew & Red Balloon, click below: https://RedBalloon.work Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/acrapuchettes/ If you’re a business leader who prioritizes people and t…

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Navigating the Hard Parts of Leadership with Neil Powell 31:09

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In this episode, Doug speaks with Neil about the parts of leadership that are hard … specifically when a company is going through layoffs. If you are a leader of people for long enough, you will go through times that aren’t fun. This is especially true in the technology industry where layoffs cycles seem to happen every few years. The way you navig…

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How a College eBay Hustle Became a $10M Business | Dale Majors (Bikewagon and Grand Trunk) 1:03:13

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🎙 Dale Majors started flipping bike parts online as a teenager, eventually turning that hustle into BikeWagon, a $10M/yr e-commerce business. After scaling and selling the company, he didn’t retire—he used his entrepreneurial skills to design a life built around freedom, adventure, and family. From long-distance bikepacking trips across Europe to l…

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The Things People Don't Tell You with Scott Zimmerman 15:09

4M ago15:09

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In this episode, Doug speaks with Scott Zimmerman about the things you learn in business and life that people don’t tell you about. Scott has spent multiple decades in the insurance industry and is sharing the insights he has learned with us in today’s episode. If you want to know more about Scott, click below: https://TheScottZimmerman.com If you’…

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The 7-Figure Business Run by Ex-Cons | The Other Side Academy (Dave Durocher) 1:13:43

4M ago1:13:43

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🎙 After spending 15 years in prison, Dave Durocher had two choices—continue down the path that led him there or turn his life around. He chose the latter, and today, he’s the Executive Director of The Other Side Academy, a two-year residential program in Salt Lake City that helps ex-convicts, addicts, and those looking for a second chance rebuild t…

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Pains Purpose Episode 0.1 - 90 Proof Wisdom with Jeremy Barker 2:19:14

4M ago2:19:14

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Thank you for taking the time to read this and for supporting us! We recorded this episode six months after my medical retirement. I wanted to share it in case you wanted more context. And, if you're looking for more wisdom, here's a link to the 90 Proof Wisdom YouTube channel. https://youtu.be/zoAPvpgGo50?si=pQpY_lQWZ0msqPJa See the below episode …

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She Cashed Out Her $10K IRA to Build Utah’s Favorite Cookie Brand (in 2008) | RubySnap Cookies (Tami Steggell) 56:28

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✨ She walked away from a 15-year career in architecture, cashed out her $10,000 IRA, and risked it all on cookies—long before Utah’s cookie boom. Back in 2008, Tami Steggell saw an opportunity to reinvent the cookie industry by using 100% real ingredients—no preservatives, no artificial flavors, no shortcuts. She founded RubySnap Cookies in a rundo…

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The Difference Between Groups and Teams with Dan Winter 22:03

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In this episode, Doug speaks with Dan Winter about The Difference Between Groups and Teams. It turns out that one of the core things that Dan does at Altus Growth Partners is work with leaders to grow groups into teams. In fact, the team has published a book called 'Growing Groups Into Teams' that shares the real life stories of people who get resu…

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One in Eight (Women Will Get Breast Cancer) with Vikki Espinosa 27:47

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In this episode, Doug speaks with Vikki Espinosa about her experience with battling breast cancer. Doug met Vikki when they were both working at Intel Corporation. She brings a deep background in Finance, Accounting and Human Resources to this interview where she shares her lived experience and the things people can do to help their friends, co-wor…

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This Running Store Went From Barely Surviving to a 30 year legacy | Salt Lake Running Company (Guy & Debbie Perry) 58:53

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✨For 30 years, Salt Lake Running Company has been more than a store—it’s been the go-to destination for Utah’s running community. Back in 1995, SLRC started as a small specialty shop in Salt Lake City. Three decades later, it’s one of the most trusted names for runners of all levels. But staying in business for this long—especially in retail—is no …

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Getting the Deal Done with Amanda Frank 16:44

5M ago16:44

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In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Amanda Frank about what it really means to get deals done in the high pressure world of real estate and business mergers. Amanda and her husband run the Frank Law Firm in Long Island, NY … specializing in real estate and bankruptcy cases. In the interview, we discussed the ways that people frequent…

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He Was Just a Bowling Supply Guy… Now His Brands Make $260M/yr! | Costa Vida & Fat Cats (Sean Collins) 53:03

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✨ From starting a parking lot striping company, to building two of Utah’s most well-known brands, Sean Collins has done it all. Back in 1999, Sean and his business partner, Dave Rutter, had an idea for a family entertainment center—and they made it happen. FatCats launched in 2001, and soon after, they got another opportunity. The founders of a sma…

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The Making of a Best Seller and how to get published with JD Barker 46:23

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Send us a text JD Barker knows how to write a best seller and understand the process of selling and publishing one's own work. In this episode, packed with tips and advice, he shares his inspiring journey from ghostwriter to bestselling author, emphasizing the importance of personal branding and collaboration in storytelling. He discusses the evolv…

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Community is the New Marketing with Simon Severino 20:35

5M ago20:35

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In this episode, your host Doug Utberg speaks with Simon Severino about building communities is the new method for sustainably marketing businesses. Simon helps client businesses to turbo charge their results, creating a backlog of customers, pricing power, faster sales cycles and lifetime customers. If you want to know more about Simon, click belo…

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From Roadside Stand to Utah’s Favorite Food Truck | World's Best Corndogs (Russ and Denice Relyea) 1:23:30

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✨ Russ Relyea was at rock bottom—personally and financially—when a simple corndog changed his life. After a chance encounter with a corndog vendor in North Dakota, Russ became obsessed with perfecting the recipe. After a lot of persistence, he finally got the secret formula—and started selling corndogs out of the back of his truck. It was an instan…

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Utah’s 100-Year-Old Party and Gift Store Thriving in Lehi | Pioneer Party (Emily Ames) 43:54

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🌟 Right in the heart of Lehi’s historic Main Street, Pioneer Party & Copy has been a beloved staple in the community for over a century. What started as a small-town pharmacy has transformed into a family-run hub for personalized gifts, ready-to-go presents, and all things celebration. In this episode, we’re diving into the incredible story of how …

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The Extra Factor: ShowRunner Jeremy Spiegel on Shaping Unscripted Television 46:00

6M ago46:00

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Send us a text Jeremy Spiegel is the Executive Producer and a Show Runner of "EXTRA". In this episode he provides an inside look at the complexities of being an executive producer in Television in Hollywood, sharing his journey from New York to Los Angeles and discussing the emotional weight of storytelling in true crime. He emphasizes the power of…

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She Accidentally Built an $8M Meal Delivery Empire | Beehive Meals (Allyse Jackson) 52:03

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🌟 What started as a freezer meal side hustle turned into an 8-figure business transforming family dinners across Utah. When Allyse Jackson’s husband was between jobs, she decided to sell freezer meals on Facebook to make ends meet. That single post made $10,000 in sales—and Beehive Meals was born. Today, the business is a household name, helping bu…

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Developers Almost Ruined This Salt Lake Icon, But The Community Stepped In | Ken Sanders Rare Books (Ken Sanders) 47:27

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🌟 Right in the heart of downtown Salt Lake City, Ken Sanders Rare Books has become a cultural cornerstone for Utah’s literary community. With its collection of rare and historic titles, including an unmatched selection of Utah and LDS history, Ken Sanders Rare Books has cultivated a loyal following over decades. But its story hasn’t been without ch…

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He Couldn’t Find Good Help, So He Built the Biggest Job Board in the Philippines | Onlinejobs.ph (John Jonas) 55:14

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✨John Jonas, a Utah entrepreneur, created a job board that connects business owners with highly skilled workers in the Philippines. By cutting out the middleman, OnlineJobs.ph helps entrepreneurs reclaim their time while providing life-changing opportunities for Filipino talent. Don’t miss this episode, where John shares how he grew OnlineJobs.ph i…

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Celebrating Milestones: A Year of Success in Film, Publishing, and Personal Growth 21:50

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Send us a text This episode reflects on the highs and lows experienced in an impactful year within the entertainment industry. Covering personal milestones, the power of storytelling, and important lessons learned, Alexia shares insights to inspire listeners and prepare for future endeavors. • Celebrating the success of the book "An Insider's Secre…

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This Startup Exposes the $300B Solar Industry By Cutting Out Sales Reps | Project Solar (Matt Smith) 43:19

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🌟 From the foothills of Orem to nationwide disruption, this is the story of how Project Solar is flipping the billion-dollar solar industry on its head. Matt and his co-founder Trevor Hiltbrant saw a huge problem in the solar industry—prices varying by tens of thousands of dollars, depending on how much your sales rep is pocketing. Their solution? …

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The Side-Hustle That Took Him From $7/hr to $7Million | BuildaPreneur (Spencer Mecham) 1:27:48

7M ago1:27:48

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From working $10-an-hour jobs to becoming the top ClickFunnels affiliate and building a thriving content and affiliate marketing business, Spencer Mecham’s journey is anything but ordinary. In this episode, we dive into how Spencer leveraged platforms like YouTube, blogs, and social media to create a life of financial freedom while staying true to …

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How Mailing a $2 Cookie Is Making Small Businesses Thousands | Mailbox Power (William Grader) 40:23

7M ago40:23

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From a small warehouse in Bluffdale, Utah, Mailbox Power is redefining marketing by blending the personal touch of physical gifts with the efficiency of automation. With over 10,000 brownies shipped each month and endless personalized postcards, this Utah-based company is helping businesses nationwide stand out in a crowded digital landscape. In th…

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The Rise Of Female Fronted Metal & Musical Genre Blenders Is GREAT For Music! 19:06

7M ago19:06

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They say we don't have great music these days.....they are wrong Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/stuck-in-my-generation/donationsBy Jeremy Barker, Anthony Paganini, Neal Crabtree, Brian Hicks

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Intuition, Acting, and Cats: A Conversation with actress Josie Davis 49:35

7M ago49:35

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Send us a text Get ready for a lively chat with the multi-talented Josie Davis, as she takes us on an unforgettable journey through her career, from her start as a child actor to her impressive roles in film and television. Josie opens up about her experiences at the Actors Studio, shares memories of our past collaboration on the movie "Stealing Ro…

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# 9 - Holding the "Tension of Opposites" 51:44

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This episode is a heartfelt exploration of how holding the tension of opposites, a concept inspired by Carl Jung, can help us find peace amidst the chaos. We venture further into the tension between expectations and Reality, drawing wisdom from Viktor Frankl to understand the crucial space between stimulus and response. Sharing personal stories, we…