Built from Scratch: Real Stories of Risk, Failure, and Reinvention

What legal mistakes destroy small businesses before they ever get started? In this episode of Built From Scratch , host Donald Dunn sits down with South Florida business law attorney Matthew Fornaro to break down what every entrepreneur MUST know before launching a company. With over two decades of experience in commercial litigation, contract disputes, construction law, and business formation, Ma...

What if a simple annoyance turned into a patented innovation? On this episode of Built From Scratch , Donald Dunn sits down with inventor and engineer Bob LeBay , the creator of the only drink coaster engineered to truly prevent condensation spills. After a coaster stuck to his Manhattan glass and ruined his silk tie, Bob decided to solve a problem most people just tolerate. What followed was a jo...

What is the difference between a career and a calling? Why do so many successful people still feel unfulfilled in their work? In this episode, we break down the critical distinction between chasing income and pursuing purpose. Scott Maderer explains how a career is often about making a living, while a calling is about how you are uniquely wired to contribute, serve, and find meaning. The conversat...

Chris Sheran, an accomplished entrepreneur and coach, joins us to illuminate the multifaceted journey of entrepreneurship, underscoring the essential tenets of resilience and mentorship. With a rich tapestry of experiences spanning four decades, nine businesses, and personal battles against adversity, including cancer, Chris epitomizes the notion that success is often intertwined with struggle. He...

Maxwell Ivy, renowned as the Blind Blogger, joins us to elucidate the paramount importance of accessibility within the digital landscape. In our dialogue, we delve into his transformative journey, which began as a carnival owner and evolved into a distinguished advocate for inclusivity, highlighting how individuals and businesses can derive tangible benefits from embracing accessibility. Maxwell e...

The discourse presented in this podcast meticulously examines the myriad complexities surrounding socialism, with a particular focus on its inherent failures. I engage in a profound dialogue with our esteemed guest, Doug Cardell, an expert in economic policy, who elucidates the fundamental reasons socialism often falters in practice, despite its theoretical allure. Drawing upon extensive research...

The principal focus of our discourse centers on the intricate dynamics of leadership, particularly the distinguishing characteristics that separate exceptional managers from those deemed ineffective. Dr. AP Grow, a seasoned expert in leadership with nearly three decades of experience, elucidates the pervasive issue of poor management and the critical elements that elite leaders embody: competence,...

Built From Scratch is a conversational podcast focused on entrepreneurship and small business through real-world experience. Each episode features founders and business owners sharing their journey—how they started, the challenges they faced, the mistakes they made, and the lessons learned along the way. Rather than offering formulas or hype, the show centers on honest stories about building somet...