Millionaire University

#862 Is AI helping or hurting your creativity and intuition? In this insightful episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we sit down with Hannah Ryu, co-founder of Oak Theory, a creative tech studio pushing boundaries in branding, UX/UI, and web development. Hannah shares her entrepreneurial journey from immigrant roots to agency ownership, the power of partnership, and how AI is transforming the way we...

#861 What happens when your AI hangs up on a freezing customer at midnight — and costs you the sale? In Part 2 of this two-part episode, Brien and Jordan dive deeper into the real-world impact of AI-powered customer support, including how missed opportunities happen when AI lacks a fast human backup, and why being available when your customers are actually shopping matters more than traditional bu...

#860 What if a few thousand AI conversations could generate over $141,000 in sales — with zero human involvement? In Part 1 of this two-part episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Jordan Brown, founder of Omnie, to explore how e-commerce brands are transforming customer support from a cost center into a genuine revenue driver. Jordan shares how Omnie combines dedicated human agents with purpose...

#859 What if you could turn your garage, driveway, or empty plot of land into passive income — without lifting a finger? In this episode, host Brien Gearin chats with Joseph Woodbury, CEO and co-founder of Neighbor — the “Airbnb of storage and parking.” Joseph shares how a simple idea during college turned into a venture-backed startup now operating in all 50 states and helping everyday people ear...

#858 What starts as a hobby in a garage can grow into a nationally recognized brand — just ask Kwadwo Som-Pimpong, founder of Crafted Glory! In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, Kwadwo shares how he built his handcrafted furniture business while still working a full-time engineering job. From making his first end table to commanding premium prices for one-of-a-kind pieces, Kwadwo opens up abo...

#857 After selling multiple companies for hundreds of millions of dollars, David Royce discovered something surprising — his first exit, a comparatively modest $13 million, felt better than all the rest! In Part 2 of this two-part episode, host Justin Williams and David pick up right where they left off, diving into the psychology of wealth, fulfillment, and what really drives happiness once the m...

#856 What does it actually take to build and sell a billion-dollar company — not once, but multiple times? In Part 1 of this two-part episode, host Justin Williams sits down with serial entrepreneur David Royce, who started broke as a college student knocking doors to sell pest control and went on to build and exit multiple companies — with Forbes reporting one sale at $135 million and his final e...

#855 What started as a niche compression short created in a neighbor’s living room has grown into a global nine-figure apparel brand! In this inspiring episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, Bear Handlon, co-founder of Born Primitive, shares his incredible journey from Navy SEAL and failed entrepreneur to building a thriving business that now spans activewear, performance footwear, tactical gear, and m...

#854 What do Pat Flynn, John Lee Dumas, and Amy Porterfield all have in common? They've all trained with Jeff McMahon! In Part 2 of this two-part episode, Brien and Jeff pick up right where they left off, diving deeper into what makes Jeff's virtual training business so sustainable. Jeff reveals that his average client stays with him for two and a half to four years — with some going strong for ov...

#853 What if you could run a six-figure fitness business from your living room, work with clients around the world, and never pay for a gym lease again? In Part 1 of this two-part episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Cincinnati-based virtual personal trainer Jeff McMahon, who turned a COVID-forced gym closure into a thriving online fitness business. Jeff breaks down exactly how he built and r...

#852 If your brand’s story isn’t landing, this episode is your masterclass in making it unforgettable! In this powerful conversation, Kirsten Tyrrel sits down with Greg Logan, founder of Narrativity, who shares how he went from award-winning copywriter to reality TV show creator to brand storytelling expert. Greg breaks down why most entrepreneurs struggle to communicate their true value and how t...

#851 Every contractor has a horror story — here's how the best ones make sure it never happens twice! In Part 2 of this two-part episode, Brien and Justin dive deeper into the operational side of running a luxury renovation business. Justin breaks down how Cousins Co. approaches estimating and pricing — from quick bathroom quotes to eight-hour deep dives on complex projects — and why building stro...

#850 What if the secret to dominating the luxury renovation market had nothing to do with construction experience at all? In Part 1 of this two-part episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Justin Dickinson of Cousins Co. Renovations in Portland, Maine to explore how he built a thriving luxury renovation business from the ground up — with no prior construction experience and no contractor's licen...

#849 If you're chasing success but still feel like something's missing, this episode will help you reconnect with what truly matters! In part 2 of this heartfelt two-part lesson from Module 10 of our Build My Money Machine program, hosts Justin and Tara Williams open up about the evolution of their values, the pursuit of intentional living, and the power of choosing connection over hustle. You’ll...

#848 If you’ve ever chased success only to feel unfulfilled once you got there, this episode is for you! In part 1 of this powerful two-part lesson from Module 10 of our Build My Money Machine program, hosts Justin and Tara Williams explore the deeper “why” behind wealth creation — and what it really means to live a fulfilling life. They share raw, personal stories about achieving their goals, fac...

#847 What if slowing down your breath could actually unlock better decisions, more energy, and a state of flow — all backed by neuroscience? In Part 2 of this conversation, Tara and Dr. Irena O'Brien pick up where they left off, diving deeper into the science of how breath, brain networks, and daily habits shape the way we think, work, and grow. They explore how slow, balanced breathing activates...

#846 What if the voice in your head telling you not to sell, not to post that video, or not to take that leap isn't weakness — it's just your brain doing exactly what it was designed to do? In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, host Tara Williams sits down with neuroscience and brain health expert Dr. Irena O'Brien to explore how the brain impacts entrepreneurial growth and decision-making. The...

#845 Ever wondered if voice acting could be your next creative side hustle — or even a full-time career? In this inspiring and information-packed episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with professional voice actor Darren Roebuck, best known for voicing Toy Freddy in Five Nights at Freddy’s and Poco in Brawl Stars. Darren shares how he accidentally fell into voice acting, turned his home studio into...

#844 Ready to turn your vision into real, repeatable results? In this episode — part 2 of 2 from Module 9 of our Build My Money Machine program — host Justin Williams brings the one-page business plan concept to life with real-world examples, revenue breakdowns, and evolving strategies from his own companies, including Millionaire University. You’ll learn how to test your hypotheses, run the numbe...

#843 What if the reason your Amazon sales have flatlined isn't your product — it's how you're running your ads? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Nik Hall, founder and CEO of Revive Amazon Partners, an agency that specializes in scaling CPG brands on Amazon. Nik shares his journey from building a seven-figure gummy vitamin company to launching his own Amazon-focused agency after gr...

#842 If you’re feeling stuck between overplanning and underplanning, this is the episode for you! In part 1 of this powerful two-part lesson from Module 9 of our Build My Money Machine program, host Justin Williams breaks down how to create a simple, actionable, and evolving one-page business plan — and why implementation is everything. You'll learn how to clarify what you want to do, how much mon...

#841 The robots are here — but should they tell you they're robots? In Part 2 of this two-part episode, Brien and Laurent dive deeper into the mechanics and vision behind GetOblic. Laurent explains how the platform enriches business profiles using local LLMs and AI agents, and shares a fascinating case study on AI-driven upsells for hair salons. The conversation covers how GetOblic makes money — a...

#840 What if every missed call from a potential customer could be answered — automatically, intelligently, and for free? In Part 1 of this two-part episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Laurent Cohen, founder of GetOblic, a voice-first AI platform designed to help small and local businesses never miss a lead. Laurent shares his origin story — from growing up in France to becoming a serial digi...

#839 What if the secret to building a nine-figure brand isn’t more people — but more scrappy, strategic thinking? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we sit down with Will Nitze, founder of IQBAR, to unpack the gritty, unconventional journey from his kitchen R&D experiments to building a nine-figure nutrition brand. Will shares how he hustled his way through a successful Kickstarter campaign...

#838 If you've never considered building an online directory as a business, this episode might just change your mind! Host Brien Gearin is joined by Frey Chu — known as the directory expert — who shares how he built multiple profitable directories from scratch and turned them into passive income machines. Frey breaks down what a modern directory business really looks like (hint: it’s way more than...