Business RPG

What happens when tabletop gaming meets startup culture? In this episode of BusinessRPG, Devon Chulick (co-founder of StartPlaying.games, and founder of totalpartychill.com)  breaks down how he turned professional Dungeon Mastering into a scalable business platform used by thousands of players around the world. One of the biggest takeaways from this episode is how powerful niche communities can be...

In this episode of the Business RPG Podcast, host Isaac Smith sits down with Mason, owner of CNA Games in Louisville, Kentucky, and one of the most transparent voices in the trading card and collectibles industry. Mason shares how his journey began with eBay and TCG Player before transitioning into brick-and-mortar retail nearly a decade ago. From Pokémon and Magic to retro video games and anime c...

In this episode of Business RPG, Jordan Jaclyn, CEO of Phoenix Performance Coaching, discusses how he empowers gamers to improve their health without sacrificing their hobbies.  We discuss: - Jordan's unique blend of gaming and sustainable health to help gamers achieve fitness goals. - The challenges of serving an underserved niche and breaking stereotypes. - Practical fitness advice for game...

Josh Rook shares how he transformed his passion for retro gaming into a thriving store called 8-Bit Legends in Jonesboro, Arkansas, all while working as a full-time firefighter. He progressed from being a home-based reseller to owning a physical retail location and discusses the challenges associated with a brick-and-mortar. Josh shares insights on how he balances these two roles and emphasizes th...

In this episode of Business RPG, we sit down with Craig Stern, CEO of Sunrise Leads and Content Wave, to learn about his unique approach to lead generation and building client relationships. Craig shares his entrepreneurial journey, from his first business attempts to developing innovative lead gen strategies that connect with clients across various industries. Known for his early adoption of Link...

Brian from PokeNE is back!  In this episode he updates us on  How Pokémon card sales have been in the past year How he has navigated the scarcity from the lockdown craze, by tapping into the demand for Japanese and Korean cards His strategic approach led to $1.3 million in sales within a year, focusing on international markets to gain exclusive deals.  Brian discusses building relationships with t...

Do you know how to grow an audience? Do you know how to grow an audience, specifically, for your podcast? Is it enough to just be a nerd about a topic, like successful nerds, or is there more to it? Today I would like to introduce you to the minds behind the book "Podcasting Made Simple", Taig and Anthony. I actually connected with them over on IG, and after a conversation we had back an...

Get ready for Part 2 of our interview with Steve Kamb from Nerds Fitness. If you haven't listened to part you you can find it here. In this episode we talk a bit more about the business side of Nerd Fitness and Steve's experience building a team and how he sets goals. Today you will be hearing from Steve Kamb, the creator of Nerd Fitness and the rebellion, a community of nerds looking to...

The Hero's  Journey has been a topic of discussion lately on this podcast. And I think because of this interview, I have come to appreciate it as part of every entrepreneur's road to success. However this episode is also a major point of reflection for me because I get to introduce you to someone who played an important role in my hero's journey to becoming a successful nerd. Today...

Reselling video games for a living...Do I have your attention?  A lot of you will hear me talk about reselling in some of these interviews, it is a great way to make some extra money but it is also a great business to be in. I had what I would consider some moderate success, but I never really niched down into just one category. I bought a couple of collections here and there but I wish I could ha...

Wanted to leave you guys with something to listen to instead of me this week since I am out of town. Go check out the Potato Candy Network. Its another project that I am involved with where I sit down with some friends of mine and we make stories for DnD and Table Top RPGs. Need help coming up with a one shot for your D&D group? Then listen to the Blank Scenario, where we come up with a quick...

There are times that I wish I could see into the future, and just know wether or not I was going to be successful doing what I am passionate about. And the closest I can ever get to that meeting others who have been pursuing their passions professionally longer than I have and picking their brain for a little while. This is one of the reasons I get so much out of doing the BusinessRPG Podcast, I h...

I had a guest on today who has taken the Hero's Journey to a whole new level.  The Hero's Journey is a staple of story telling, and story telling is a staple of nerd culture...It is one of the reasons that I think nerds have a competitive advantage in business and content creation...we have a great connection with story telling. The guest I will be introducing you to today is someone who...

I recognize that a lot of the people I have on the show are business owners or freelancers that have created their own opportunities and built a career on their own...But I know that isnt the only way to be successful. I have been looking for someone who I could have on the show who went another route to be a successful nerd but doing it for another business in the industry that they love, and fin...

What is better Free or Paid trainings? I have benefited from both in the past and I have been in the thick of doing a lot of educating lately...So I decided to do a short episode on it sharing my thoughts. Let me know what your experience has been!  Business RPG is a business podcast for nerds who are determined to turn their passion into a profession. Follow me on Instagram @BuisnessRPG . Connect...

Part 2 of our conversation with Melanie is LIVE! Meet Melanie Scroggins, a work from home Voice Actor who has been teaching others how to break into the industry and navigate their VO journey using the template that has worked for her. I have wanted to have Melanie on the show for a little while now because I know a few listeners have wanted to hear from voice professionals and she does an amazing...

Do you have a voice you think would do well in Voice Over? Have you ever had an interest in Voice Acting? Do you feel like the barriers to entry are too high? Do you have no idea where to start? Meet Melanie Scroggins, a work from home Voice Actor who has been teaching others how to break into the industry and navigate their VO journey using the template that has worked for her. I have wanted to h...

Today you get to hear from a man who has found a great way to be unique in the world of gaming and live streaming. I am excited to introduce you to Bricks O Brian, streamer, gamer, builder, and author of family-friendly content for all members of the family to be able to enjoy. One of the biggest reasons I wanted to have brian on is because he is on a lot of different platforms doing a lot of diff...

What is it that your customers or audience walk away with as an end result of your product or service? Can you verbalize it? Can you verbalize it in a couple of sentences or less? Today you are going to hear from Joe Ponds, a return guest and lead generation expert. Joe is a master of helping businesses find leads for potential customers, recapture lost revenue, and in helping them come across as...

What does it takes to launch a Kickstarter? Does it take a village? Do you need a producer to help guide you through the launch process and connect the dots so you can be ready? Introducing World Of Game Design (WOGD). A gaming company and network that specializes in helping creators successfully launch, fund, and fulfill their Kickstarter as well as your one stop shop for your TTRPG needs. In thi...

Opportunities come when you sit down and start something. That is one of the biggest lessons I have learned from doing this podcast and from starting a business. That is also one of the biggest takeaways I have from this interview and the guest that we have today. Brian Rathbone is a professional fantasy author who has successfully navigated a pathway to growing his audience and selling his books...

Creativity and Community are important for any niche, but that goes double for Twitch streamers. I enjoy having successful streamers on because each one has a story of how they got to where they were and how they built their community that they have now. I learn something every time. Today's guest is one who has been successfully doing both. Meet Nick, aka HeyItsMeSalty. He is a chef, gamer,...

Ive always wanted to give you guys a regular report on the show...In this episode, we cover where I have been, the goals I have achieved, the ones I have for the next 12 months, and some updates to the show. Business RPG is a business podcast for nerds who are determined to turn their passion into a profession. Follow me on Instagram @BuisnessRPG . Connect with me on Linkedin here. Email me sir.is...

Do you see any value in using RPGs in the class room? Does DnD have a legitimate place in education? Today's guest has cracked the code when it comes to showing results in using RPGs in the classroom. Meet Patricia Ruivo, she teaches conversational English in Brazil using DnD and other role playing games. She is also a translator who works with gaming companies to translate their games into B...

Did you know that LEGOS have a higher annual ROI then Gold and Silver? This reality is taking Nerdom to a whole new level and I have to cover it. But before I tackle this new business venture, I need to have on an expert. Meet Alex Nunes. He is a LEGO investor, builder, collector, and YouTuber that knows all about this niche. I asked him to come on and share his experience investing in and reselli...