The Biztape

How did a high school computer design class lead to a thriving business in custom t-shirts and cannabis? This week, AJ Obando, owner and operator of Big Frog Custom T-Shirts & More of Omaha, joins The Weekly Biztape to share his journey from a self-taught Photoshop enthusiast to a successful entrepreneur.  AJ reveals how his early days hustling Lemonheads and Crystal Pepsi shaped his innovativ...

Join us as Duncan Hill, Director of Creative Media at Ritholtz Wealth Management, shares his journey from academia to making engaging financial content through photography, film, and audio. We talk about how indie creators are stealing the spotlight from big-budget Hollywood with passion projects like fan-made Star Wars films and Godzilla Minus One. Duncan also explains the challenge of staying cr...

How many people can say that speaking is their favorite activity? For Marques Ogden, motivational speaker and former NFL player, speaking and sharing his story has grown from a fledgling interest to a rewarding career. In this week’s episode of “The Weekly Biztape,” Brodrick Lothringer sits down with Marques to discuss the art of motivation and how to turn your passions into profits.  Motivation i...

Join us as we expose the dark side of debt. Tina Tang and Corei Flowers from Debtless, NFP discuss their mission  to disrupt the predatory debt industry through debt cancellation and financial education. From aggressive debt collectors to crippling payday loans, we discuss the tactics used that have trapped people in debt. We also discuss the student loan crisis and solutions like debt cancellatio...

Today with sit down with Tucker Bryant, a professional poet and keynote speaker, as we peel back the layers of what makes content not just unique, but genuinely authentic.  We unravel the complexities of connecting with an audience, tear apart the pressures of crafting standout keynote speeches, and debate the pull of trends against the gravity of personal resonance. The heart of our discussion li...

Today, we sit down with Bob DePasquale to discuss what it means to live intentionally and discover how purpose-driven families are redefining wealth management, not merely through financial metrics but by aligning their resources with their values. Throughout this episode, the theme of success is a constant. Instead of thinking of the path to success is about making as much money as possible, Bob...

This week, Ross Marino joins us to share how he believes financial guidance can and should pivot to a people-first mindset. Ross shares his insights on nurturing trust with clients, becoming not just advisors but financial therapists who provide support when stability seems fleeting. As the CEO and Founder of Advisor2X, Ross also shares with us how this mission of creating human first financial gu...

This week, I sat down with Shannon Rosic, Director of WealthStack Content & Solutions at Informa, to chat through how a 'Swift Lift' can propel business to new heights. But, is a celebrity endorsement enough to make a business successful? Today, we'll chat about the importance of making content, even when no one is looking, and how having a solid brand in place can help your bra...

Have you ever considered what it takes to run a solo podcast? Well today we sit down with Dr. Preston Cherry, a financial therapist, money coach, and certified financial planner at Concurrent Financial Planning to chat about just that. Together, we discussed the unique challenges and rewards of solo podcasting, shedding light on how to genuinely engage with listeners and foster trust, all without...

Join us as we sit down with NBA coach Phil Weber, and walk through his riveting journey from the basketball court to the tech world. What would it feel like to peer into the minds of Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal, or to motivate an entire team to achieve greatness? Discover the secrets of managing diverse personalities and inspiring peak performance, as we converse with Phil, the author of...

Ever found yourself asking, "How do I stand out in the ever-competitive business world?" Well, prepare for an illuminating journey with LinkedIn personal branding expert, Mildred Talabi. We dive into the essence of personal brand authenticity and explore how to win hearts by merely being ourselves in the world of entrepreneurship. Finding that fine balance between work and personal life...

What would it be like to take a captivating journey through the history of Canada Basketball, guided by none other than Canada Basketball Hall of Famer Howard Kelsey? It's your lucky day as we have Howard, also known as the Indiana Jones of Canada Basketball, sharing his profound insights about the sport he cherishes. His dedication to preserving and celebrating the rich legacy of Canada Bask...

Get ready to venture into the dynamic world of web design with our special guest, Todd Ross Nienkerk, the CEO and Co-Founder of Four Kitchens. In this episode, Todd sheds light on the evolving landscape of web design industry and how Four Kitchens has adapted to the tides of change – yes, yes, we do discuss the impact of A.I. as well. Delve further into the discussion as Todd shares his first-hand...

We've got Adam Peak, better known as the Packaging Pastor, on the show today! A Denver Nuggets fanatic with a journey that stretches from THE Colorado State University (AKA Harvard of the Rockies), to drinking Liquid Death in Utah and talking about all things packaging. But Adam is much more than a simple packaging enthusiast. In this episode, we discuss packaging's massive global impact...

Have you ever thought about the power of storytelling in marketing? On this inaugural episode of The Weekly Biztape, join Brodrick Lothringer, Grant Kelley, and Mike Stein, as they unravel this fascinating thread, weaving in examples from the likes of Visa's 2008 Olympics campaign to Mastercard's Priceless commercials. Learn about the human instinct for narrative and how it can be harnes...