Keepin It Rio Podcast

Anyone who knows Matt knows that he’s one of the nicest people around. When he announced that he was going to be leaving Roofr a couple of months back, I wondered what was up. Luckily, he reached out and asked if I wanted to do a podcast to find out. I’m guessing that I said yes, because Episode 259 is live. Enjoy!! Send us Fan Mail Support the show

Welcome back to Keepin It Rio. Episode 258 features a great Guest. William A. Stephens Jr. (“Stevo”) is a retired U.S. Army Sergeant First Class, six-time award-winning author, podcast host, and mental health advocate. As the founder of Story Tyme with Stevo and host of the Crawl Walk Run Podcast, he focuses on veteran transition, leadership, mental health awareness, and giving a voice to those st...

🎙️ KEEPIN’ IT RIO PODCAST – EPISODE 257 Featuring Pam Wells In Episode 257 of the Keepin’ It Rio Podcast, Chuck sits down with author and advocate Pam Wells for one of the most powerful and emotional conversations we’ve had on the show. Pam stopped by to discuss her book, In Their Shoes — a deeply personal collection of first-person accounts inspired by people she met while hospitalized and battli...

Episode 256 is a good one. Today, I’m chatting with my buddy Javier Puerta, who also happens to be America’s Newest ABC Supply Branch Manager. From humble industry beginnings, to working with some of the best in the business, to packing up and heading back to his Hometown to build and open a new Branch from scratch. Does name recognition alone guarantee instant success? Tune in and find out. Send...

In this episode of the Keepin’ It Rio Podcast, Chuck Allen sits down with Priscilla Hale, founder of Priscilla Hale Life Coaching. From life’s toughest moments to finding purpose through faith, this conversation dives into how one unexpected moment can completely change your path. Priscilla shares: 👉 How she discovered her calling 👉 The challenges she’s faced along the way 👉 Why nobody is perfe...

Welcome back, everyone. It’s Episode 254 of your favorite Podcast, and it’s a doozy. Were joined by Icon, legend, superstar and good Golf Buddy Brandon Wilson of Maxx Challenger to discuss Insurance Claim Supplements and some of the things Maxx Challenger does to help their Clients keep moving forward. From humble beginnings and a climb up the ranks of the Industry, to Co-founding a company and bu...

 Welcome back to another amazing episode of Keepin It Rio. Today, I’m excited to welcome my buddy Darren Rutherford to the podcast. A regular guy who loves dirt racing, he saw a need for something to provide info to the community and decided to create an app. Here’s the kicker. He has zero experience. Follow the journey from an idea to a live app that is literally being downloaded Worldwide and en...

We’re back for another great episode of Keepin It Rio. This week, our buddy Aron DeLong with Lomanco stops by to chat about a topic that doesn’t get enough love. Yep, Attic Ventilation. From years in Distribution to becoming the new guy in a niche industry, Aron has stepped up and become a Leader in Ventilation. We talk about the importance of proper balance for efficiency and energy savings, as w...

🎙️ Keepin’ It Rio Podcast – Episode 251!!!! Ladies and gentlemen, welcome back to another episode of the Keepin’ It Rio Podcast, where we talk business, growth, and the stories behind the people building incredible careers and brands. Today we’ve got a fantastic guest joining us — Meredith Otero, a seasoned marketing strategist with nearly two decades of experience helping businesses build stronge...

Well, this is a pretty cool milestone. I never imagined there would be 250 episodes of Keepin It Rio Podcast , but today is number 250. It’s an honor to have Richy Nelson , the CEO of my longtime sponsor, Roofr , on for this one. From a 12-year-old kid cleaning up roofing job sites to developing and building one of the most impactful programs in the roofing industry, his story is probably not what...

🎙️ Keepin’ It Rio Podcast – Episode 249 This episode is about transformation. In Episode 249, I sit down with Brittni Cosgrove, and we unpack a journey that’s real, raw, and incredibly inspiring. Brittni didn’t just pivot careers — she transformed herself from the inside out. We talk about the personal growth that changed everything. The moments of self-reflection. The hard conversations. The deci...

 🎙️ Keepin’ It Rio Podcast – Episode 248 What’s going on, everybody — welcome back to another episode of Keepin’ It Rio! Episode 248 is live, and this one right here… this one is special. This week’s episode features everybody’s best friend — the one and only Reggie Brock. When you talk about respected people in the game… leaders who build real culture… men who elevate everyone around them… Reggie...

What’s up, everyone, and welcome back to Episode 247 of the Keepin’ It Rio Podcast. Today’s guest is the definition of built, not given. This is the story of a man who started from scratch, bet on himself, built an empire brick by brick—and never stopped leveling up. After one of the largest private equity exits in his industry, you’d think life might slow down… and sure, things are a little less...

🎙️ Keepin’ It Rio Podcast — Episode 246 On this episode, I’m sitting down with Jamie Hale, founder of Hale Yeah Roofing, for a real conversation about what it takes to rise to the top in one of the most competitive industries out there. Jamie shares the journey that led him into roofing, the trials and tribulations of launching a brand-new company in a crowded market, and the mindset it took to bu...

Welcome back to the Keepin’ It Rio Podcast! On Episode 243, I’m joined by Anni Eza from Greece, the founder of Seeds Of Bliss. Anni is a Spiritual Healer and Self-Realization Instructor who works with both adults and children, helping them reconnect, heal, and grow with intention. We had a thoughtful and insightful conversation about her work, her journey, and the impact of spiritual awareness and...

Welcome back to another episode of the Keepin’ It Rio Podcast! Today, we’re fired up to sit down with someone who has built a reputation on hard work, integrity, and steady leadership — Cam Wade. Cam’s journey is a great example of how dedication and character open doors. From his early days developing a strong foundation in the trades to becoming a respected professional in the roofing and constr...

Episode 240 of the Keepin’ It Rio Podcast is here, and we’re celebrating a milestone — David Newman joins us as our 40th featured author! David is the bestselling author of the Do It! series and his brand-new book Market Eminence, which breaks down what it takes to rise above the noise and become the go-to authority in your space. We dig into his journey, the big ideas behind the new book, and the...

 🎙️ Episode 239 – Featuring Deanna Lucas of DND Business Systems 🎙️ This week on the Keepin’ It Rio Podcast, we’re joined by Deanna Lucas, founder of DND Business Systems — a true pro with over 30 years of experience in the construction industry. Deanna shares how she’s using that wealth of knowledge to help service-based businesses streamline their operations, boost efficiency, and scale through...

 Welcome back to another episode of the Keepin’ It Rio Podcast! Today, we’re joined by Jeremiah Ferguson, the driving force behind Maxx Challenger. Jeremiah shares his incredible journey through the industry — from his early beginnings to becoming a trusted name in the world of roofing supplements. We dive deep into why supplementing is so important — not just for contractors, but for homeowners t...

Welcome back to another high-energy edition of the Keepin’ It Rio Podcast.  Today, we’re diving deep with one of the roofing industry’s most driven and dynamic entrepreneurs — Joshua Steinberger, the founder and CEO of NextGen Restoration. Josh’s journey is nothing short of incredible. He started out pounding the pavement in door-to-door Internet sales, learning firsthand what it takes to connect...

🎙️ Keepin’ It Rio Podcast – Episode 231 In this episode, we sit down with Aaron Christy, the founder of Indy Roof & Restoration in Indianapolis. Aaron’s journey into roofing wasn’t something he planned — he unexpectedly got into the industry after developing several key connections while exploring it as more of a side opportunity. That decision ultimately led to the creation of one of the area...

Keepin’ It Rio Podcast – Episode 228 In Episode 228 of Keepin’ It Rio, we’re joined by Sophia Healey of Ehlen Analytics. At just one year into her career, Sophia has already made a noticeable impact in the industry—and today marks her first ever podcast appearance. She brings a fresh perspective on the business, shares insights from some of the incredible people she’s met along the way, and gives...

🎙️ Welcome to Episode 235 of the Keepin’ It Rio Podcast! Today, Chuck sits down with Kam Knight — a dynamic author, speaker, and expert on mental performance, focus, and personal mastery. Kam has dedicated his career to helping people unlock the full potential of their minds through practical techniques for improving memory, concentration, and productivity. In this episode, we dive deep into the p...

🎙️ Welcome to Episode 232 of the Keepin’ It Rio Podcast! Today, we’re spotlighting something that impacts every homeowner and every contractor across all home service industries—The Good Contractors List. For homeowners, this isn’t just a directory of names. It’s a trusted network of professionals across plumbing, HVAC, electrical, roofing, remodeling, and more—all vetted, background-checked, and...

Friend of the show Jasin Quimby stopped by for an enjoyable conversation about a range of topics, including building a company culture that allows growth and development of its people and creates a team that stands together and builds its brand as a unit. We also talked about his recent career change and the impact he will be able to provide. A great hour that went by super fast. Send us Fan Mail...