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  • Building Success: Hard Work and Family Values with Van Oakes

    Building Success: Hard Work and Family Values with Van Oakes
    Oct 16 2025
    In this episode, Van Oakes shares his journey from a hardworking upbringing in rural Utah to becoming a successful entrepreneur and digital marketer. He discusses the importance of family, the lessons learned from his early work experiences, and how he transitioned into online marketing. Van reflects on his time with the Diesel Brothers, the creation of his silicone ring company, Tuff Ring, and his current venture, Goat Media. Throughout the conversation, he emphasizes the value of hard work, resilience, and the importance of setting a positive example for his children. He also gives some of the best father/parenting advice you can hear. Time to learn from a master
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    50 min
  • We Want to do Cool Sh!t With Cool People with Ken Bretschneider and Jamey Anthony

    We Want to do Cool Sh!t With Cool People with Ken Bretschneider and Jamey Anthony
    Sep 11 2025
    In this episode of the SMB Playbook, hosts Spencer and Tyler welcome Ken Bretschneider and Jamey Anthony, founders of The Grid, an innovative racing experience center in Utah. The conversation explores their unique backgrounds, the transition from previous ventures to The Grid, and their vision for creating immersive entertainment experiences. They discuss the importance of technology, audience engagement, and the future of their business, including investment opportunities for interested parties. The episode highlights the creative synergy between the founders and their commitment to pushing the boundaries of entertainment.
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    47 min
  • The Best Career Transition a Person Can Have With William Bubba Paris

    The Best Career Transition a Person Can Have With William Bubba Paris
    Jul 18 2025
    In this conversation, Spencer interviews Bubba Paris, a former NFL player and current executive director of Donor Network West. They discuss Bubba's journey from being a professional athlete to his current role in organ donation, reflecting on the lessons learned through sports, the importance of teamwork, and the impact of giving back to the community. Bubba shares personal anecdotes about his life, the challenges he faced, and how he found purpose in helping others through organ donation.

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    46 min
  • To the Moon with Larry Ellis

    To the Moon with Larry Ellis
    Jul 8 2025
    Spencer sits down with Larry Ellis, Chief Strategy Officer of Swiss Rockets, discusses the innovative vaccine and cancer therapy technologies developed by the company. He shares insights into his background in finance and how he connected with the founder, Vladimir Samanovich. The discussion highlights the importance of effective communication, understanding clients, and the art of persuasion in business. Larry emphasizes the human connection in communication and the potential impact of their work on global health. If you are looking to get a yes in your business come listen to a master of the craft.

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    50 min
  • Business Valuations...Are You Running It Right?

    Business Valuations...Are You Running It Right?
    May 26 2025
    Business valuations can make or break your exit. Some things to consider on which play to use and how to get there. From our own experience with mistakes learned along the way to expert evaluations that will completely change your exit.
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    41 min
  • Who Are We and What Are We Doing Here

    Who Are We and What Are We Doing Here
    May 26 2025
    Time to dust off the playbook and get a game plan. We are SMB Playbook your manual for business buying, selling and operation. We have hand crafted this playbook over 2 careers and a lifetime's worth of experince.
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    34 min