Passage to Profit Show - Road to Entrepreneurship

Disney just made a billion-dollar move that could redefine the future of creativity, entertainment, and intellectual property. In this episode, Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show, break down Disney’s landmark investment in OpenAI and what it means for AI-generated, movie-quality content using some of the world’s most iconic characters. From licensing and ow...

Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show interview entrepreneur, success coach, author and keynote speaker, Saahil Mehta. Mountaineer and executive coach Saahil Mehta challenges the hustle-at-all-costs mindset and explains why money, fame, and nonstop ambition often lead to burnout, regret, and broken relationships. Through his powerful “Seven Summits” framework,...

In this segment of "Your New Business Journey" on Passage to Profit Show, our panel dives into the most common—and costly—mistakes first-time entrepreneurs make when launching a business, and how to avoid them before they derail your momentum. From trying to serve everyone instead of owning a clear niche, to staying “busy” with logos and websites instead of focusing on revenue-generating actions,...

In this powerful segment of “Secrets of the Entrepreneurial Mind” on Passage to Profit Show, seasoned founders reveal what really drives long-term success—and it’s not originality or overnight wins. From why stealing ideas and innovating execution beats chasing brilliance, to how asking for help can radically accelerate growth, this conversation strips entrepreneurship down to its core truths. You...

Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show interview Nicky Wake from Chapter 2 Dating. What happens when unimaginable loss meets entrepreneurial instinct? In this powerful and deeply human episode, Nikki Wake shares how she transformed her grief after losing her husband into Chapter 2 Dating , a global platform helping widows and widowers find connection, hope, and...

Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show interview Joe Massa from Podtopia Network.  this interview, podcasting strategist Joe Massa from Podtopia Netwrok breaks down how to build a profitable, scalable podcasting business without becoming trapped by endless production and busywork. He shares practical tools, tactics, and blueprints for creating a thriving podcas...

In this segment of "Intellectual Property News", Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show head to Capitol Hill as rock legend Gene Simmons shakes up a Senate hearing over a little-known truth: artists still don’t get paid when their songs are played on U.S. radio. The conversation dives into the American Music Fairness Act, the surprising countries America aligns...

Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show interview Author or The Real Environmentalists, Jim Beach from The School for Startups. I n this eye-opening episode, entrepreneur and author of The Real Envivonmentalists, Jim Beach challenges everything you think you know about climate change and environmentalism. He makes the bold case that the real heroes aren’t politi...

What truly separates aspiring entrepreneurs from those who actually take the leap? In this energizing panel discussion, seasoned founders and business leaders cut through the noise to reveal the mindset shift that turns ideas into action. From making a conscious decision to be different, to breaking free from analysis paralysis, silencing procrastination, and embracing the power of “just start,” t...

Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show interview entrepreneur, success coach, author and keynote speaker, Saahil Mehta, Brady Sticker from ChurchCandy Marketing and mortgage expert Tom Wragg. Mountaineer and executive coach Saahil Mehta challenges the hustle-at-all-costs mindset and explains why money, fame, and nonstop ambition often lead to burnout, regret, a...

Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show interview Author or The Real Environmentalists, Jim Beach from The School for Startups, Joe Massa from Podtopia and Nicky Wake from Chapter 2 Dating. I n this eye-opening episode, entrepreneur and author of The Real Envivonmentalists, Jim Beach challenges everything you think you know about climate change and environmental...

In this segment of "Secrets of the Entrepreneurial Mind" on Passage to Profit Show, top entrepreneurs reveal the hard-earned secrets that transformed their businesses and leadership styles. From learning to delegate without fear, to practicing active listening, embracing the right partners, and following through on every promise, these insights show what it really takes to scale, lead, and succeed...

In this episode, entrepreneur and founder Gigi Mervis shares the behind-the-scenes journey of building Desolas Mezcal and breaking into one of the most competitive and regulated industries in the world. She explains how choosing a lesser-known agave and region helped her differentiate in a crowded spirits market, why bartenders are the most powerful marketers in alcohol, and what it really takes t...

Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show interview Joe Scaretta and Moses Carrasco from MasonMade Ventures. Joe Scareta and Moses Carrasco of Mason Made Ventures share their raw entrepreneurial journey from scraping by on peanut butter sandwiches to building and exiting national trade service businesses backed by private equity. They reveal how they disrupted the...

AI is rapidly reshaping the music industry—and most listeners don’t even realize it. In this segment of "IP News" on Passage to Profit Show, the hosts dive into eye-opening new data showing that 97% of people can’t tell the difference between AI-generated music and human-made tracks, even as many say they dislike it. They explore what this means for artists, listeners, and platforms like Deezer, u...

Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show interview Ralph Sutton from The SDR Show and GaS Digital Network. Ralph Sutton, host of The SDR Show, joins the show with a wild, no-rules journey through radio, rock, and the rise of one of the most successful indie podcast networks in the game. From DJ to VH1 host to creator of Gas Digital, Ralph reveals how relentless h...

In this timely "Your New Business Journey" roundtable on Passage to Profit Show, our panel of entrepreneurs and industry leaders tackle one big question every founder is asking: what is the single most important skill you must master to start and scale a successful business in 2026? From the rise of generative engine optimization and showing up in AI-driven search, to the importance of vision, com...

Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show interview Ralph Sutton from The SDR Show and GaS Digital Network, Joe Scaretta and Moses Carrasco from MasonMade Ventures and GG Mirvis from Desolas Mezcal. Ralph Sutton, host of The SDR Show, joins the show with a wild, no-rules journey through radio, rock, and the rise of one of the most successful indie podcast networks...

In this segment of "Secrets of the Entrepreneurial Mind" on Passage to Profit Show, our guests reveal the real secrets behind entrepreneurial success—from why hustle culture is a trap, to how systems, action, and deep purpose reshape your path. You’ll hear why waiting until you're “ready” keeps you stuck, how tapping into your legacy can fuel unstoppable motivation, and why embracing AI can reigni...

Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show interview life and fitness coach Derick Johnson. In this powerful interview, trainer and transformation coach Derek Johnson shares how he went from a bullied, insecure kid to a mission-driven leader helping people break lifelong patterns. Derek reveals why real change starts in the mind long before it shows up in the mirro...

Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show interview Melissa Franks from OnCall COO. Founder of OnCall COO, Melissa Franks shares how she went from accidental entrepreneur to powerhouse fractional COO, transforming chaos into clarity for business owners who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or on the brink of burnout. She reveals how she built a seven-figure operations firm...

In this segment of "Intellectual Property News", Passage to Profit Show co-hosts Richard and Elizabeth Gearhrt dive into one of the most shocking scandals to hit the U.S. Trademark Office: the overnight cancellation of 52,000 fraudulent trademarks. Our hosts break down how a foreign network used stolen attorney credentials, forged signatures, and even “specimen farms” to flood the system with fake...

Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show interview “The Business Bully”, Dave Anderson. Dave Anderson is back — and he’s not holding anything back. Seven years after his first appearance, 21 time best selling author and former radio executive "The Business Bully" returns with hard truths about discipline, identity, and why most people never reach the success they...

This segment of "Your New Business Journey" dives straight into the myths that trap new entrepreneurs, with a candid round-table featuring Dave Anderson and a powerhouse panel of seasoned founders. From the fantasy that slapping “CEO” on a business card guarantees instant success, to the belief that your first customer defines your future, our guests expose the biggest lies entrepreneurs tell them...

Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show interview “The Business Bully”, Dave Anderson, Melissa Franks from OnCall COO and life and fitness coach Derick Johnson. Dave Anderson is back — and he’s not holding anything back. Seven years after his first appearance, 21 time best selling author and former radio executive "The Business Bully" returns with hard truths ab...