Entrepreneur, Among Other Things
Entrepreneur, among other things...
“A human being should be able to change a diaper, plan an invasion, butcher a hog, write a sonnet, balance accounts, build a wall, comfort the dying, take orders, give orders, cooperate, act alone, cook a meal, fight efficiently, and die gallantly. Specialization is for insects.”
― Robert A. Heinlein
I talk to the most interesting people we can find in business, finance, science, art, technology, and human improvement and try to learn from them.
Episodes
160 episodes
#146 - Matthew Edward Pohl: Profit, People, or Process? The Growth Framework That Changes Everything
What separates businesses that scale from those that get stuck? In this episode, Matthew Edward Pohl shares a practical framework for navigating the seven stages of business growth. Drawing from his own entrepreneurial journey, he explains why ...
S-13 - Kam Knight: The Science of Self-Sabotage: Why You Can’t Get Things Done. #selfsabotaging
Kam Knight is an international best-selling author and mental performance coach whose work has transformed how people think, learn, and focus. With over a dozen books on speed reading, memory improvement, concentration, and mind mapping, Kam ha...
#145 - Tony Vieira: What Energy Drink Labels Don't Tell You | Brewing Expert Explains Everything.
What really goes into your favorite beer, hard seltzer, or energy drink? In this episode of the EAOT Podcast, we sit down with Tony Vieira, a brewing and beverage industry veteran with over 36 years of experience at Anheuser-Busch, Coors, and M...
S-12 - Jay Jacobson: Why Being Present is Your Ultimate Competitive Advantage; 45 Years of Reading the Room
Jay Jacobson is a veteran leader with over 45 years of experience in the funeral service industry, where he mastered the art of radical hospitality and high-stakes crisis management. A dedicated consultant and coach, Jay empowers the next gener...
S-11 - Corey Parchman: Transitioning from Professional Sports to Business Acquisition. #insight
In this throwback episode from our June series, we sit down with former NFL wide receiver and successful business acquirer, Corey Parchman. Corey shares the unfiltered reality of life in the "Not For Long" league and how he successfully bridged...
S10 - Larry Kesslin: Redefining Success: Moving From Constant Hustle to True Significance
Are you chasing success but still feeling disconnected at the top? In this episode, Larry Kesslin breaks down "The Success Trap" and explains why high-achievers often feel empty despite checking every box. Discover the critical difference betwe...
#144 - Mark Steiner: From Hollywood PA to Tech CEO: Bootstrapping A Tech Giant With No Tech Background
In this episode, we sit down with Mark Steiner, the founder and CEO of Gig Salad, the ultimate event marketplace connecting planners with entertainers. Born in New Jersey , Mark started his career in the entertainment world as a Hollywood produ...
#143 - Corey Parchman: NFL to Business: Transitioning From Pro Athlete to Multi-Million Dollar Business Acquirer
Former NFL wide receiver turned successful real estate developer and business acquirer, Corey Parchman, joins the podcast to share his incredible journey. From his high school quarterback days and a standout career at Ball State to navigating t...
S9 - Mark Gober: The "Whirlpool" Paradigm Shift: From Wall Street Nihilism to a Unified Consciousness
Mark Gober is an author, researcher, and host of the podcast series Where Is My Mind?. Formerly a partner at a Silicon Valley strategy firm and an investment banker at UBS in New York, his worldview shifted radically in 2016 following a persona...
#142 - Mike Yarbrough: From Software Dev to 7-Figure Artisan: The Power of Storytelling in Business
In this episode, we sit down with Mike Yarbrough, the visionary founder of Rustic and Main, to explore his fascinating evolution from tech to touch. Mike shares his early entrepreneurial roots from childhood side hustles to navigating the highs...
#141 - Mark Gober: Beyond Nihilism: Declassified Psychic Spying, Remote Viewing, and Spirituality
Mark Gober is an author, researcher, and host of the podcast series Where Is My Mind?. Formerly a partner at a Silicon Valley strategy firm and an investment banker at UBS in New York, his worldview shifted radically in 2016 following a persona...
#140 - Jack Oujo: Too Smart to be an Umpire: Building Success Through Unreasonable Hospitality
In this episode of the EAOT Podcast, we sit down with Jack Oujo, the former professional baseball umpire who turned a career-ending "release" into a multi-million dollar wealth management firm. Jack shares the gritty reality of minor league pov...
#139 - Randy Hux: The Problem with Financial Advisors, Wall Street, Federal Government, and How to Survive
Randy Hux is a seasoned investment advisor and the founder of one of the fastest-growing advisory firms in Louisiana. With a degree in accounting and finance from Texas A&M and experience as a CPA at Ernst & Young, Randy brings deep ana...
#138 - Eric Robinson: Life in the FBI: From Preacher to Breacher. Taking Down Rod Blagojevich, the CIA, and the Epstein Files
Eric Robinson’s career is a masterclass in the art of the pivot. For years, he served as a Baptist pastor and dedicated church planter, navigating the deep emotional and spiritual needs of his community. However, the relentless pressure of mini...
S8 | Ari Rastegar: How to Scale: The Founder vs. CEO Identity Crisis | The High-Performance Audit.
In this compelling episode of the EAOT Podcast, I sit down with Ari Rastegar, the "recovering attorney" turned real estate titan and founder of Rastegar Property Group. Ari shares his incredible journey from a $3,500 loan to managing a portfoli...
#137- Jay Jacobson: The Funeral Business, How to Have a Great Funeral, and Building Leadership
In this episode of the EAOT Podcast, we sit down with Jay Jacobson, a veteran funeral director and entrepreneur with 45 years of experience. Jay shares his unique journey from living in a funeral home basement to mastering the art of "Radical H...
#136 - Peter Holtz: Why Your CPA Isn't Your Tax Planner and How Business Owners Can Pay Less in Taxes
Stop losing sleep over after-hours accounting and outdated financial reports. Peter Holtz, a former Big 4 accountant and multi-company CFO, spent 20+ years watching traditional CPAs disappear after April, leaving business owners to face climbin...
#135 - Larry Kesslin: Why Your Success Feels Heavy and How to Find True Alignment and Joy
Larry Kesslin is a seasoned entrepreneur, author, and speaker dedicated to helping high performers bridge the gap between achievement and alignment. With decades of experience building impactful organizations, Larry specializes in guiding found...
#134 - Ari Rastegar: Why Wealth is Grown in Decades, Not Days; Auditing Your Life for Massive Success
In this compelling episode of the EAOT Podcast, I sit down with Ari Rastegar, the "recovering attorney" turned real estate titan and founder of Rastegar Property Group. Ari shares his incredible journey from a $3,500 loan to managing a portfoli...
#133 - Paul Ross: Beyond Rapport: How to Use Conversational Hypnosis to Close High-Ticket Deals
Welcome to a masterclass in influence. In this episode of the EAOT Podcast, we sit down with the legendary Paul Ross, a pioneer in the fields of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) and conversational hypnosis. With over 30 years of experience, P...
#132 - Alex Baumeister: The Entrepreneurial Leap: From Austin Firefighter to Disrupting The Wine Industry.
In this week's episode, we are joined by Alex Baumeister, the visionary co-founder behind Delta Vine. A professional firefighter based in Driftwood, Texas. Alex’s journey into entrepreneurship began when he and his wife, Morgan, recognized a ma...
#131 - Edwin Endlich: Why This CMO is Turning Life Insurance into a "Wish Granting" Machine.
In this episode, we sit down with Edwin Endlich, the CMO of Wysh, to explore his incredible journey from the writers' rooms of late-night television to the cutting edge of fintech. Edwin shares behind-the-scenes stories from his time working wi...
#130 - Nicholas Esayian: From Bane Capital & Pro Racing to Building the #1 Rated Football Helmet
In this episode, we dive deep into the extraordinary career of Nicholas Esayian, a man who has navigated the worlds of high-stakes corporate turnarounds at Bain Capital, professional auto racing, and direct-response marketing before tackling on...
#129 - Carmine Del Sordi: Mastery Over Money: Why Your Core Values Are the Key to Success
In this episode, we sit down with Carmine Del Sordi, a former corporate executive who retired at age 50 after a 20-year career spanning consumer goods, high-tech, and biotech. Carmine shares the "internal revelations" he experienced during grad...
#128 - Kevelyn Guzman: Coldwell Banker, Warburg, and Compass: Navigating Massive Industry Mergers.
In this episode of the EAOT Podcast, we sit down with Kevelyn Guzman, Regional Vice President at Coldwell Banker Warburg, to explore her incredible 20-year journey through the heart of New York City real estate.Kevelyn shares raw insigh...