The Founders' Pod

We interviewed one of our own. Listen as we sit down and chat with Brandon Minert about his history of starting businesses from mosquito abatement to a mobile car wash. You'll love it, so just listen.

Flying cars? Wormholes? Fully-automated vehicles? We discuss what we think transportation will look like in the future.

Inflation is on the rise, and it's having a significant impact on businesses of all sizes. In this episode, we'll discuss what inflation is, how it's affecting businesses, and what businesses can do to mitigate its effects.

Life doesn't always turn out the way we plan. And that has never been more true than in the case of Matt Lamm. In college, he was sure he was going to be in IT, then in film, then a doctor, and then back to IT. Then he landed his dream job. Somewhere he knew he would work the rest of his life. But, similar to what happened in college, life changes happened and Matt had to adapt. Hear his journ...

In this episode, we delve into the world of chiropractic care and its transformative effects on our health and well-being. Join us as we sit down with chiropractor Dr. Anthony Cutting, a true pioneer in his field, to explore the intricacies of this holistic approach to healthcare.

How do we feel about aliens, UFOs, UAPs and the like? Join us today as we discuss Brandon's fascination with the extra-terrestrial. We also chat about recent events involving Reddit.

Get ready for an exciting and off-the-beaten-path journey as we sit down with the legendary adventurer, Banana Ron, in our latest podcast episode. Join us as we delve into his captivating YouTube series that has taken the internet by storm, where he fearlessly traversed the United States using nothing but unpaved roads. In this exclusive interview, we uncover the inspiration behind Banana Ron'...

Join us on a hilarious and eye-opening journey as we dive into the wacky world of tipping culture. In this episode, we expose the amusing and sometimes downright ridiculous aspects of this age-old practice that has become deeply ingrained in our society. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@thefounderspod?sub_confirmation=1 Here at The Founders' Pod we talk about different business topics and i...

Welcome to this episode of The Founders' Pod, where we discuss the topic of CEO pay and is it out of control. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@thefounderspod?sub_confirmation=1 Here at The Founders' Pod we talk about different business topics and interview business owners. Subscribe for new videos weekly: https://www.youtube.com/@thefounderspod?sub_confirmation=1 Let’s Connect... Brando...

Learn more about Monte Keleher and Fitted Retail , a fintech company helping to connect retail stores and brand names. Hearing more about Monte's passion is fascinating and definitely something that is inspiring. Follow the hosts on twitter, Brandon Minert , Matt Lamm , and Jordan Hansen .

Welcome to our podcast interview with Seth Hansen, who worked at Impact Directories, a phone book company that has been a household name for many years. Impact Directories has been providing phone book directories to households and businesses for several decades, and has played an important role in helping people connect with the businesses and services they need in their local communities. Seth H...

Welcome to this episode of The Founders' Pod, where we delve into the world of taxes and their impact on businesses. Taxes are an integral part of any economy, but are they always fair? In this episode, we'll explore the concept of a fair tax and the different types of business taxes that exist. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@thefounderspod?sub_confirmation=1 Here at The Founders'...

In this thought-provoking video, we explore debate of whether entrepreneurs are born or made. Do successful entrepreneurs possess innate qualities that cannot be taught or do they develop their skills through experience and learning? This video is a must-watch for anyone interested in entrepreneurship, business, and personal development. So sit back, grab a notepad, and let's dive into the fas...

Paw Patrol? That's right.  We discuss a little Paw Patrol, a little Top Gun and non-compete agreements. You won't be disappointed. Brandon , Jordan , and Matt are back again in the United Commercial Insurance studio once again. Find us in video form on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thefounderspod

Get free cereal?! That's right! Brandon presents his Top 5 (listen to find out what that is). We also discuss layoffs and how to navigate them. ⁠Brandon⁠ , ⁠Jordan⁠ , and ⁠Matt⁠ are back again in the United Commercial Insurance studio once again. Find us in video form on our YouTube channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@thefounderspod

Welcome to this week's episode of the podcast, where we dive into the world of opportunity zones with our special guest, Kirk Walton. Kirk is an expert in the field, with years of experience advising on real estate investments in these designated zones across the United States. Opportunity zones have been a hot topic since they were introduced as part of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, offe...

Why does Jordan hate "The Dark Knight"?! Also, we sit down and discuss social media and its role in business. Brandon , Jordan , and Matt are back again in the United Commercial Insurance studio once again. Find us in video form on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thefounderspod

We've had several real estate agents on the podcast before, but the interview you were going to hear today with Sean Kress is unlike any of them. Because we barely talk real estate. Instead, we hear the amazing story of someone who never wanted to be in sales, who then took his commission only sales job at a Verizon store and turned that into a booming business. With a little help from the title o...

Brandon , Jordan , and Matt are back again in the United Commercial Insurance studio once again. Should you go to college? Are you glad you went to college? We talk about these things and more (cereal, dreams, etc.) on today's episode. Find us in video on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thefounderspod

Brandon ,   Jordan and Matt sit down and chat with Ryan Neal of Blueprint Technologies. Hear how scratching and clawing his way through the crash of 2008 led to a successful business with over 500 employees.  Ryan Neal is our guest today, learn from his story of how he managed to deal with the pressure and stress of a down economy, to build one of the fastest growing tech companies.&nbsp...

Brandon ,   Jordan and Matt sit down and chat with Steve Hatch. Steve Hatch quit his stable job, sold his home and moved his family for what seemed to be a great opportunity.  When it didn't turn out that way Steve had to pivot and decide what the next step would be. Hear the story on today's episode of The Founders' Pod. https://www.ivoryanesthesia.com

Brandon , Jordan , and Matt Lamm talking business.  (Brandon is in Hawaii and Matt is getting over an epic "man cold".) "Do What You Love!" sounds like good advice but is it? We talk about what it means to us and what we've learned throughout our careers.  So go ahead and do what you love by listening to this episode! Find us in video on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thef...

Brandon ,   Jordan and Matt sit down and chat with Eric Jensen in the United Commercial Insurance studio. Eric Jensen has been in the real estate profession his whole life, from his grandparents to his parents, and now him. Eric has carried the torch of property real estate to new heights, but that's not all. He is into home automations, cryptocurrency, NFTs and much more. Listen to his story...

Brandon ,   Jordan and Matt sit down and chat with Dan Bennatt in the United Commercial Insurance studio. Meet Dan Bennatt - he's from a small town in Texas where he grew up helping his dad in a machine shop.  As an adolescent he knew that there was something more waiting for him outside of his rural hometown.  Dan started his journey by attending the University of Texas to become a...

Brandon ,   Jordan and Matt sit down and chat with Renn Lamm in the United Commercial Insurance studio. We sat down with Renn Lamm to hear his story of starting a business, going through the painful process of closing that business and ultimately filing for bankruptcy. It was obviously a difficult time for Renn and his family, but it wasn’t the end of his success as a business owner. Listen t...