Podcast appearances and mentions of Marcus Lemonis

This week, the small ski town of Davos, Switzerland, will host the world's most powerful political and business leaders at the annual World Economic Forum. expected to be there is President Trump, who will use the global stage to tout his administration's economic accomplishments and the strength of America. He is also expected to share more about his plans to address America's affordability concerns, including allowing investors to use some of their 401(k) retirement funds to make a down payment on a house. Another issue that will loom large there is the potential for new tariffs and the president's pressure on allies to allow the US to take over Greenland. Marcus Lemonis, an entrepreneur and host of "The Fixer,” joins FOX Business Network anchor Taylor Riggs to discuss what he wants to hear from the President at Davos this week about tariffs and Greenland. Plus, he gives his take on how to make homes more affordable and why he thinks the price of natural diamonds is declining. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The RV world always has back-channel stories and simmering controversies, and in this News Edition of the RV Podcast, we break down a couple of those stories and why they matter to RVers.In Episode 582, we dig into the growing backlash over the Harvest Hosts takeover of Escapees RV Club, where longtime members say a once-beloved community is being hollowed out in the name of profit. We examine what private equity ownership really means for RV clubs and why this story has struck such a nerve across the RV community.We also take a close look at major shake-ups in RV technician training. The sudden and unexplained departure of the president of the RV Technical Institute has raised serious questions at a time when the industry desperately needs qualified RV service techs. On top of that, we report on the reported sale of the National RV Training Academy in Texas and what it could mean for future RV tech education.There is more confusion at America's national parks as new entrance fees for international visitors are causing delays and long lines at park gates. With staffing shortages already stretching the National Park Service thin, we explain what RV travelers should expect and how to plan ahead.And finally, Marcus Lemonis may be gone from Camping World, but he is still very much in the headlines. An arbitrator has ordered Lemonis to pay more than $14 million in damages tied to his role on the TV show The Profit. We look at what this ruling means and how Camping World may navigate an increasingly competitive RV dealership landscape without him at the helm.This is the RV Podcast News Edition, released every Monday morning with insider news, industry developments, and issues that directly impact RV owners and travelers. Our main podcast, Stories from the Road, drops every Wednesday with interviews, destinations, and listener questions.Now let's dive into this week's news.Harvest Hosts vs. Escapees: A Membership Meltdown StoryIf you want to see what happens when private equity gets its hands on a beloved RV community, look no further than the Harvest Hosts takeover of Escapees RV Club. The internet is on fire with member complaints, and the details are jaw-dropping.Here's what's got everyone fired up: In July 2024, Harvest Hosts acquired the management and operations of Escapees RV Club, including the popular Xscapers subgroup for working-age RVers. What happened next has become a textbook case of how private equity-backed companies can effect beloved community organizations.Full disclosure: we've been an affiliate of Harvest Hosts for many years, and the company used to be, but no longer is, an advertiser on this podcast. We're also an affiliate of RV Overnights, a Harvest Hosts competitor that sponsors our Wednesday podcast.Jen and I really like Harvest Hosts and have used it many times. But this story still needs reporting. Because it illustrates what happens when big money gets involved in startups and independent businesses.First, you need to understand that Harvest Hosts is no longer a small, founder-funded RV startup. It is a private equity-backed platform designed to grow, consolidate, and eventually deliver a strong return to investors. In 2021, it reportedly received about $37 million in growth capital and it has been growing and expanding ever since.One of the most biggest acquisitions wasin 2024, when it bought the Escapees Club, which was a family run club started in 1978 by Joe and Kay Peterson, two full-time RVers who were traveling with their family and wanted a way to stay connected with others living the nomadic lifestyle. It grew and grew, was later turned over to Peterson family relatives who eventually sold Harvest Hosts. There was worry and grumbling from members simmering for a long time but most recently, just before Thanksgiving, it turned in to a dumpster fire. According to reports from members and a detailed timeline compiled by concerned community members, Harvest Hosts terminated the Xscapers convergence director and other Escapees staff just two days before the scheduled Thanksgiving convergence. That's what they called their gatherings - convergences. They told attendees they'd still have a place to park but the event would no longer have a host or the Xscapers brand attached to it. Imagine planning your entire holiday around an event, traveling to the location, and then being told the people running it were just fired.But it gets worse. Harvest Hosts then cancelled several future Xscapers convergences and meetups, seemingly everything except the one annual Bash event, often with little or no notice, according to Facebook group posts. For context, these convergences and gatherings were the main draw to the club for many members. The community-focused events, where working-age RVers could connect with others living the nomadic lifestyle, were what made Xscapers special. Members had planned their entire travel schedules around these gatherings.The pricing controversy adds insult to injury. An email from Harvest Hosts CEO Joel Holland promised "we're not changing the price of an Escapees membership, it's still just $49.95" while simultaneously announcing that Escapees would be folded into a $179 All Access membership bundle. Angry members called this classic bait-and-switch language designed to confuse them about what they're actually getting.When members started speaking out about what was happening, things took an even darker turn. Members report that Harvest Hosts began actively censoring and deleting complaints in the online groups they now control. Long-time community members said they were being banned. According to member accounts, they're even banned members from the public Facebook page simply for voicing their concerns about how the company is handling criticism.The complaints on Trustpilot paint an even darker picture. One review states that Harvest Hosts has "decimated" the community and fired loyal Escapees employees, calling it a "classic Manhattan Private Equity gut job" backed by Stripes, LLC. The review notes that "the only thing harvested here was the goodwill of a 40-year-old club." Stripes was the equity group that handled that private equity investment into Harvest Hosts.Adding fuel to the fire, Harvest Hosts hired Chris Smith as Senior Director of Community & Events, someone who members point out oversaw the worst membership decline in FMCA history during his eight years as Executive Director & CEO there. Members are questioning why leadership with that track record is now running their organization, especially given the mass cancellations and firings that followed his arrival.Long-time Escapees members feel completely betrayed. This wasn't just any RV club. Escapees was founded in 1978 by the Petersons and for over 40 years, it built a reputation as a member-first club where volunteers ran regional chapters and gatherings felt like family reunions. In their acquisition announcement, Harvest Hosts explicitly promised to retain Escapees employees, continue community events including "Xscapers Convergences," support Facebook groups, and be "good and earnest stewards of the Escapees and Xscapers brand." The controversy highlights a growing and troubling trend in the RV industry: venture-capital-backed companies buying beloved community organizations and strip-mining them for profit. Members on online forums say Harvest Hosts has essentially gutted Xscapers and taken away the big thing that made it worth joining. The pattern is clear: cancel the expensive community events that members loved, fire the staff who built relationships with those members, silence anyone who complains about it, and then act surprised when the core community revolts. As members point out, the people Harvest Hosts has made the angriest are precisely the community leaders and engaged members who made Xscapers worth joining in the first place.As one community member put it: "What kind of company cancels a paid Thanksgiving event that has been planned for months, that many people built their holiday plans around and traveled to, with just days' notice? A company that is making poor business decisions for profit and doesn't realize they are destroying the asset they've purchased with their own hands."The situation is being discussed across Reddit, RV forums, and has even found its way into Google's AI overviews. Despite Harvest Hosts' apparent attempts to censor and ban critics, other members are making it clear: they will not be silenced or ignored. The controversy highlights a growing and troubling trend in the RV industry: venture-capital-backed companies buying up everything in sight. Over the past 20 years, private equity firms like Bain Capital, Alliance Holdings, American Industrial Partners, and others have acquired some of the biggest names in RV manufacturing, dealerships, and services - including Heartland, REV Group, Fleetwood, Monaco, Roadtrek, Grand Design, Lazydays RV Center, and yes, Camping World. Investment banking firm Jackim Woods & Co. has tracked more than 65 private equity transactions in the RV sector over the last two decades. The goal is always the same: buy a mid-size company as a "platform investment," then triple or quadruple its size over 5-6 years through acquisitions and cost-cutting. While some of these deals have created jobs and improved operations, the Harvest Hosts takeover of Escapees shows the bumpy road this consolidation wave can create- when community and culture become subservient to profit margins and "operational efficiency."Sources:Community member timeline and documentation: Facebook groups and posts tracking the controversy - https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=excapers%20escapees Member reports of event cancellations and censorship: Facebook group discussions - https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=excapers%20escapeesRVForums.com discussion: https://rvforums.com/threads/harvest-hosts-buys-escapees-rv-club.18663/Trustpilot reviews: https://www.trustpilot.com/review/harvesthosts.comReddit complaints https://www.reddit.com/r/FullTiming/comments/1pnhrr3/escapees_dying_after_harvest_host_purchase/RVBusiness coverage: https://rvbusiness.com/harvest-hosts-takes-lead-mgt-role-in-escapees-rv-club/Harvest Hosts acquisition announcement (July 2024): https://www.harvesthosts.com/blog/harvest-hosts-acquires-escapees-rv-clubHarvest Hosts 2025 changes announcement: https://www.harvesthosts.com/blog/harvest-hosts-unveils-exciting-enhancements-for-2025-expanded-membership-options-and-seamless-access-to-rv-travel-benefitsMystery Surrounds Sudden Exit of RV Training Institute President Curt HemmelerMeanwhile, In Elkhart Indiana, there is a lot of insider talk wondering what happened at the RV Training Institute, a trade group aimed at providing training to RV technicians. After the unexpected and sudden departure of its President, Curt Hemmeler, late last month.In mid-October 2025, RVTA issued a brief statement confirming that Curt Hemmeler was no longer with RVTI, thanking him for his contributions and announcing that Sharonne Lee and Bryan Ritchie would provide interim oversight during the transition. RVB The announcement was characterized as an "unexpected leadership transition."Hemmeler had been with RVTI since December 2018, nearly seven years. He is the first and only president the group has ever had and was very well liked. Under his leadership, RVTI had grown significantly, with more than 23,000 individuals accessing the RVTI Learning Management System and over 7,000 newly certified RV technicians, with annual growth rates of 20-26%No reasons were given for the departure, but it's pretty clear this was NOT voluntary on Hemmeler's behalf. What stands out in this story is the complete lack of explanation. In an industry where Hemmeler had been so visible and clearly successful is unusual and raises questions. One report on RV News said Hemmeler declined to say he resigned and would not comment further, citing advice from his legal counsel. The industry desperately needs more RV techs. Just before the departure announcement, Hemmeler had been actively expanding Spanish-language certification options and developing partnerships with campground associations and colleges.The lack of an explanation on why such a high profile leader was removed and why a shroud of secrecy has enveloped this has spurned all sorts of rumors. And rumors are not good. The RVTA is too important to the industry to handle something like this so bush league.Source:RV News: https://www.rvnews.com/rv-technical-institute-director-leaves/?utm_source=chatgpt.comHas the National RV Traning Academy Texas been sold?On a related matter regarding another place where RV Techs are trained, I'm told by reliable industry sources that The National RV Training Academy Texas has been sold. The school trains RV service technicians and RV Inspectors, as well as RV owners interested in learning how to maintain the various systems of their recreational vehicles.The official announcement has not yet been made but the new owner is said to be Heavy Equipment Colleges, of Las Vegas, which is a similar training facility that concentrates on the construction industry and teaches students how to maintain machinery like bulldozers, cranes, and excavators. It has training across the country in several locations.We've reached out to get official confirmation and details on what all this means to the NRVTA students but have not heard back yet. Our sources say an announcement is expected soon.Sources:https://heavyequipmentcollege.edu/https://nrvta.com/National Park Entrance Delays We're getting reports now about the effect the stiff new entrance fees for non-U.S. residents are having on our national parks. According to the Washington Post, that question is causing longer wait times to enter parks and is leading some foreign tourists to turn away at the gates.Here's what's happening. As of January 1st, international visitors aged 16 and older now pay an extra $100 per person on top of regular entrance fees at 11 of America's most visited parks, including Yellowstone, Yosemite, Grand Canyon, and Zion. The nonresident annual pass also jumped from $80 to $250.To enforce this two-tiered pricing, park rangers must verify residency status and check IDs for every visitor 16 and older. That means asking about citizenship, reviewing documents like passports or driver's licenses, and sometimes dealing with language barriers.The problem? This is happening during a severe staffing crisis. The National Park Service has lost 24 percent of its permanent workforce since January 2025, nearly 4,000 people. With fewer rangers on duty and thousands more visitors needing ID verification, entrance lines are backing up significantly.Tour operators near parks like Yosemite report that many international visitors arrive unaware of the changes, leading to delays and confusion at entrance stations. Some are turning around rather than paying the unexpected surcharges.For RV travelers planning park visits: buy passes online in advance at Recreation.gov, have your government-issued photo ID ready, arrive early, and expect longer wait times at popular parks.Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/climate-environment/2026/01/09/national-parks-immigration-checks/Marcus Lemonis ordered to pay $14 million for damaging business people he supposedly was helpingMarcus Lemonis may no longer be running Camping World - He quit as CEO Jan 1 to become the new CEO if the revitalized Bed, Bath and Beyond, which is trying to rebound from bankruptcy - but his personal style of running things as a celebrity CEO has landed him in some hot water.He was just ordered by an arbitrator to pay more than $14 million to a group of business owners whose companies appeared on the CNBC TV show he hosted called"The Profit,"In fact, of the roughly 100 businesses featured on "The Profit," more than 50 filed lawsuits, engaged in mediation talks, or settled with Lemonis and NBCUniversal over the harm they say they endured.Last week, an arbitrator found that Lemonis violated the terms of a 2021 settlement barring him from making statements that could harm their reputations, according to documents filed in New York state court. The documents were filed as part of a petition to confirm the arbitration award after a 30-day payment deadline lapsed.The business owners said Lemonis ran afoul of the settlement terms when he spoke about them negatively over the span of roughly a year, starting in November 2021.The arbitrator, retired judge Ariel Belen, concluded in a 98 page ruling that Lemonis' "disdain for the respondents, complete disregard to his obligations in the settlement agreement, and apparent lack of concern for the harm suffered by respondents were all put on full display during the arbitration hearing."While he was CEO of Camping World, Camping World significantly expanded its RV dealership footprint to over 200, but the company faced a lot of accusations of aggressive sales tactics, undisclosed fees (like "dealer prep"), high-pressure selling, misleading warranty/service contracts, and issues with quality/repairs, leading to numerous consumer complaints and lawsuits. It will be interesting to see how Camping World, without Lemonis at the helm handles a wave of new competitive pressure these days from a bunch of other aggressive and acquisition-minded RV dealership chains like Blue Compass, General RV and Campers Inn, to name a few.Source: https://www.inc.com/ava-levinson/bed-bath-beyond-ceos-trash-talk-could-cost-him-millions/91285388And that's it for this week's RV Podcast News Edition. Before we go, let me ask you whether you are planning your 2026 RV adventures? If so, I want to invite you to join me for my comprehensive RV Trip Planning Workshop, where in a live, one-hour interactive presentation, I'll walk you through the exact system Jen and I use to create unforgettable travel experiences. It will be livestreamed Feb 5, 2026 at 7 PM Eastern Time.If you are a member of our RVCommunity.com, it's free. The cost for non members is $10. You can RSVP at RVPodcast.com/workshopThis isn't about following influencer hotspots or checking boxes at overcrowded destinations. Instead, you'll learn how to design trips that match your interests, your budget, and your pace. We'll cover everything from route planning and campground selection to budgeting strategies and timing your travels to avoid crowds. Again, to register, go to RVPodcast.com/workshop

This year, there has been plenty of news, and, of course, some of it has been some great "stupid" stories. There have also been people who have done exceptional things worth highlighting. Jason takes a look back at five conversations he's loved this year, with guests he deems remarkable individuals. He highlights his conversations with Mario Andretti, Alexi Lalas, Sarah Adams, Marcus Lemonis, and Phil Simms, all of whom brought their knowledge, prominence, and amazing stories to the podcast.  Bring on the Stupid: There is always someone doing something stupid somewhere, but only one person can win the award. Jason crowns the "stupidest" article he's read this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

[00:00:00] Marcus Lemonis   [00:18:27] Sen. Markwayne Mullin   [00:36:51] Patrick Ryder   [00:55:15] Allen West   [01:13:38] Miranda Devine   [01:32:02] Jonathan Greenblatt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Charles is joined by Marcus Lemonis, Executive Chairman of Bed Bath & Beyond & Host of “The Fixer,” to discuss the concept of affordability and how it can be reframed as managing cash flow, the decline in entrepreneurship in the US, and how factors like tariffs and changes in mortgage rates can affect people's cash flow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Charles is joined by Marcus Lemonis, Executive Chairman of Bed Bath & Beyond, Chairman and CEO of Camping World, and host of The Fixer on FOX, as they explore ways to reinvent home ownership to make it more affordable, the role of reshoring manufacturing, and the urgent need for bipartisanship and civility in tackling these critical issues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Click here to schedule free consultation with New Patient Group and/or WrightChat  Click here to subscribe and watch on The Brian Wright Show YouTube Station  Click here to subscribe to The Brian Wright Show Podcast  Thank you to our Sponsors New Patient Group WrightChat Click here to Book Brian Wright to Speak at your Next Event  About your Host "Brian Wright is a combination of Marcus Lemonis from the Profit and the entire Shark Tank Team." Dr. Staci Frankowitz Welcome to The Brian Wright Show. A podcast dedicated to entrepreneurs, their team members and their families but for anyone wanting to transform their life, career and/or business in the new economy. After eight seasons as the host of The New Patient Group Podcast, the show has been rebranded to The Brian Wright Show. The Brian Wright Show Audio Experience is hosted by globally renown motivational speaker, business consultant and life coach, Brian Wright. He is a trusted consultant and speaker for some of the biggest name entrepreneurs and corporations in the world, including AlignTechnology, the makers of Invisalign. He has been featured in Forbes, CNBC and The National Journal. He is currently the Founder & CEO of New Patient Group and also WrightChat. He is married and has two children. "Brian Wright is the Tony Robbins of the new economy." Stephanie Solomon - Author What if I told you the most powerful marketing you already own costs nothing, sits inside your front door, and can be deployed the moment you finish this episode? In this episode Brian Wright pulls back the curtain on a simple, overlooked advantage—being family-owned—and shows how that single truth can turn casual customers into lifelong fans who will happily pay more and spread your name through the community. Brian opens by painting a scene from the road: standing after a headline event, hearing the same worries—corporations buying practices, rising competition, the panic to slash prices. Then he points to the counterintuitive truth: when you can't control the economy, you can control your message and the experience inside your doors. He uses sharp, real-world examples—restaurants that never ask for five-star reviews, waiting lists of patients who were told “let me think about it”—to show how millions in revenue are left unclaimed because businesses don't know how to ask or tell their own story. Drawing on surprising studies and crisp anecdotes, Brian layers in data that brings the strategy to life: consumers perceive family businesses as more authentic, trustworthy, and worth paying for, with younger generations especially motivated by shared values and purpose. He cites research that shows willingness to spend more to keep local shops thriving and reminds listeners that 91% of people remain loyal because of experience—proof that how you communicate matters far more than how much you spend on ads. But this is not theorizing. The episode drills into exact ways to use the family-owned message: put it on your website, your social videos, your first phone call, your welcome tour, even a QR code on a postcard that pops up a short owner-led message. Train your team to articulate benefits—consistent care, investments in top-quality materials and technology, transparency about sourcing—and turn those statements into emotional reasons to choose you over a corporate alternative. Brian reframes leadership as the ability to change behavior: it's not enough to have the idea—great leaders implement, repeat, hold people accountable and obsess over hospitality verbiage. He shares tactical prompts you can use today—scripts for phone calls and welcome tours, hospitality-driven statements about investment and community impact, and simple giveback ideas that connect purchases to local outcomes—so you can start converting loyalty immediately. As the episode closes, the message is urgent but empowering: you can reduce ad spend, raise prices, and build a referral machine simply by telling the right story—passionately, transparently, and consistently. If you're a family business, a restaurant, a clinic, or any people-first business, this episode hands you a free marketing blueprint you can implement now to dominate your market without competing on price. Press play, take notes, and then go change the way your people speak to customers—because inside your doors is where reputation is made, prices are justified, and lifelong fans are born.

Tomi Lahren sits down with the CEO of Camping World Marcus Lemonis for a deep, unfiltered conversation about the state of the American economy, our fractured culture, and what must be done to get us back on the right track. Lemonis holds nothing back and eviscerates those who defend criminality, overregulation, and illegal immigration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Marcus Lemonis is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and TV personality most known for The Profit and The Fixer. He is also the CEO of Camping World, Good Sam Enterprises, and Beyond Inc. In this episode, Marcus shares his entrepreneurial journey. From lessons learned to his thoughts on leadership, Marcus has had a successful career building businesses. Listen in for his practical advice and his inspirational story.   Links: Marcus's Website: https://marcuslemonis.com/

Click here to schedule free consultation with New Patient Group and/or WrightChat  Click here to subscribe and watch on The Brian Wright Show YouTube Station  Click here to subscribe to The Brian Wright Show Podcast  Thank you to our Sponsors New Patient Group WrightChat Click here to Book Brian Wright to Speak at your Next Event  About your Host "Brian Wright is a combination of Marcus Lemonis from the Profit and the entire Shark Tank Team." Dr. Staci Frankowitz Welcome to The Brian Wright Show. A podcast dedicated to entrepreneurs, their team members and their families but for anyone wanting to transform their life, career and/or business in the new economy. After eight seasons as the host of The New Patient Group Podcast, the show has been rebranded to The Brian Wright Show. The Brian Wright Show Audio Experience is hosted by globally renown motivational speaker, business consultant and life coach, Brian Wright. He is a trusted consultant and speaker for some of the biggest name entrepreneurs and corporations in the world, including AlignTechnology, the makers of Invisalign. He has been featured in Forbes, CNBC and The National Journal. He is currently the Founder & CEO of New Patient Group and also WrightChat. He is married and has two children. "Brian Wright is the Tony Robbins of the new economy." Stephanie Solomon - Author Today's Episode Walk into an orthodontic practice that looks like any other—friendly faces, steady appointments, yet stuck in the old ways. This episode follows a leader who refused to accept “we've always done it that way” as an answer. After a powerful onsite training, ideas meant to reshape the patient experience were quietly ignored—until one doctor chose to act. Instead of shrugging and hoping for change, she carved out one hour each week: a hard-edged, purpose-built Operational Success Meeting. She gathered her team, set a clear expectation, and promised support while demanding immediate implementation. She role-played, stumbled through scripts, held people accountable, and pulled the team through the discomfort of change. What followed was not overnight perfection but steady, visible progress: new greeting rituals, high-value welcome tours, practiced phone calls, and confident treatment conversations that started to move the needle. This episode reads like a leadership masterclass disguised as a single case study. It shows how the real work of transformation is less about clever ideas and more about disciplined practice, ruthless clarity, and courageous accountability. The doctor's decision to lead from the front—practice first, refine later—turned theoretical strategies into daily habits that staff adopted and patients felt. Whether you run a clinic, a restaurant, or a startup, this story is a blueprint: set the vision, time-block practice, role-play relentlessly, implement fast, and then perfect with consistency. Hear how small, deliberate leadership choices created momentum, stopped pushback cold, and began building a truly famous brand—one interaction at a time.

Newsom treats capitalists like vampires treat garlic. He wants their money, but he hates their existence. And when Lemonis pulled the plug, Newsom lost it. You'd think Marcus Lemonis had stolen his French Laundry reservation. “How dare you leave me!” Like California is Hotel California — you can check out any time you like, but you can never leave.California's economy is Hollywood with a calculator. Spend first, make excuses later, then demand a bailout. Look at Colbert — a weak product, bloated ego, endless funding. That's California in a nutshell. And it's no accident. They don't care about profitability. They care about applause.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Labor Day. America's celebration of work. Which is ironic, because the people who talk the most about “workers” usually never worked a real day in their lives. You think Gavin Newsom has ever swung a hammer? The closest that guy's come to a hard day's work is trying to unstick his hair gel cap.Marcus Lemonis figured it out. He bought Bed Bath & Beyond, then looked at California and said, “Why should I give my labor — my capital, my employees, my effort — to a state that treats me like the bad guy?” Lemonis agonized over it. Moving a business is expensive. But in the end, he knew Newsom doesn't care about survival. He only cares about virtue-signaling while businesses drown.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The much-publicized exchange between Bed Bath & Beyond chairman Marcus Lemonis and California Gov. Gavin Newsom is a lesson for the whole country. We shoppers look back fondly on the marketing acumen that, starting with one store in 1971, built Bed Bath & Beyond into a retail giant that once had 365 stores nationwide. The shopping experience there was always great fun — the basics of homemaking at great prices plus innovative trinkets that were always attention-getters at prices attractive enough to get you to buy what you weren't even thinking about when you walked into the store. The nature...Article Link

Click here to schedule free consultation with New Patient Group and/or WrightChat  Click here to subscribe and watch on The Brian Wright Show YouTube Station  Click here to subscribe to The Brian Wright Show Podcast  Click here to register you and your team for NPG Iconic.  Click here to view and purchase The Three/Five Steps to Overcoming Price Inquiries on the Phone Click here to listen to Why your Marketing Strategy Sucks!  Lights, studio, truth. Brian Wright and returning co-host Dr. Robert Barton open this episode like a frank conversation between business partners who refuse polite platitudes. What begins as a backyard reunion — complete with whitewater rafting and a busted plantar fascia — quickly becomes a case study in missed opportunity: Dr. Barton's urgent call to a nearby clinic goes unanswered, and what follows is a forensic tour of why that single moment represents a universal epidemic in customer acquisition. Through anecdote and data, Brian and Robert unpack five stealthy ways practices and small businesses quietly lose new patients and customers: inconsistent Google hours that push prospects away before they even dial, voicemails and web leads that die in a queue, missed calls that never get returned, undertrained front-desk staff who can't sell value over price, and the mindset that confuses cheaper with smarter. They don't sugarcoat the truth — this episode will make you uncomfortable if you're not ready to act. Every story is a lesson. Dr. Barton's snapped plantar fascia and the failed local clinic become the entry point into startling statistics — nearly half of inbound medical/dental calls go unanswered — and a vivid metaphor: your practice is a leaky boat, and plugging those holes is far more effective than bailing water with more advertising. Brian and Robert show how tiny operational shifts (adjusting your Google hours, answering web leads in under 10 minutes, owning the voicemail follow-up) convert casual searchers into loyal fans — the people who drive referral streams and exponential growth. But this episode is not just technical advice; it's a leadership story. They challenge owners to stop asking staff if calls are being answered (staff rarely tell the boss when things fail) and instead take ownership: observe, mystery-call, measure, and train. Real-world vignettes — from Whole Foods baggers to treatment coordinators and back-office chaos — illustrate how experience and hospitality can command higher prices and deeper loyalty, while penny-pinching on operations leaks annual revenue that never shows up on the balance sheet. Listen for practical takeaways you can act on immediately: how to rethink your Google profile, why rapid lead response matters, the scripts and mindset that make front-desk conversations convert, and why outsourcing or backup answering services can be a surgical fix the moment you implement them. If you want blunt, evidence-backed advice delivered with humor, urgency, and a co-host who's been in the trenches, press play — and bring a notepad.   "Brian Wright is a combination of Marcus Lemonis from the Profit and the entire Shark Tank Team." Dr. Staci Frankowitz  Welcome to The Brian Wright Show. A podcast dedicated to entrepreneurs, their team members and their families but for anyone wanting to transform their life, career and/or business in the new economy. After eight seasons as the host of The New Patient Group Podcast, the show has been rebranded to The Brian Wright Show. The Brian Wright Show Audio Experience is hosted by globally renown motivational speaker, business consultant and life coach, Brian Wright. He is a trusted consultant and speaker for some of the biggest name entrepreneurs and corporations in the world, including AlignTechnology, the makers of Invisalign. He has been featured in Forbes, CNBC and The National Journal. He is currently the Founder & CEO of New Patient Group and also WrightChat. He is married and has two children. "Brian Wright is the Tony Robbins of the new economy." Stephanie Solomon - Author Learn invaluable life and leadership lessons to build a better culture. Learn advanced  strategies and techniques around sales, hospitality, customer service, psychology, verbiage, presentation, communication and more to grow your business. Learn essential  online marketing  strategies and techniques to attract new customers, new patients, etc.. Entrepreneurs that learn and implement the above will see an increase in new customers, new patients, sales, revenue, referrals, efficiency and profit, while reducing stress, chaos and ad costs.  For many years this podcast was known as the New Patient Group Podcast. It was dedicated to orthodontists, dentists and other doctors that owned their own business. This is still our niche and we want you to know this podcast is still for you. A podcast dedicated to improving the lives, careers and businesses of Orthodontists, Dentists and other doctors that own their own practice. Learn fresh new ways to improve your leadership skills to create a unique culture. Learn innovative ways to create an online marketing presence to increase new patients.  Learn forward thinking ways to increase production, collections, treatment conversion, profit and more. Learn how to lessen advertising and marketing costs to increase profit. Learn inspiring ways to improve your life and career. Learn mind blowing ways to improve customer service, hospitality, presentation skills, verbiage and much more.  New patient phone call skills, patient experience, treatment coordinator presentation topics and so much more. This podcast is listened to by orthodontists, dentists, plastic surgeons, reps, executives and anyone else wanting the most out of their life, career and business. Topics that dive deep into business, marketing, advertising, culture, leadership, and hundreds of other topics. This podcast is also for Treatment Coordinators, Receptionists and other employees wanting to advance their career and help the practice they work for thrive. 

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Marcus Lemonis, host of The Fixer on Fox Business Tuesday nights and Executive Chairman of Bed Bath & Beyond, joined The Guy Benson Show today to talk about his brand-new show and his mission to help businesses on the precipice of greatness reach their full potential. Lemonis also weighed in on his recent feud with California Governor Gavin Newsom over the state's inhospitable business climate, blasting Newsom for failing to address the very policies that make it so difficult to do business in California. Listen to the full interview below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of The Adam Carolla Show, comedian Darren Carter, “The Party Starter,” joins Adam in the studio! They kick things off with the challenges of doing clean stand-up comedy in Los Angeles before shifting to the rise in street brawls and society's fading respect for consequences. Adam keeps Darren on his toes with some tricky “would you rather” hypotheticals about controversial jobs, then pivots to California's bizarre bait car laws. The two also take aim at a head-scratching Kia EV commercial showing a couple dining in Las Vegas and then magically driving to an empty Los Angeles beach the next day. Adam closes the segment with his take on the tragic story of an illegal immigrant truck driver whose reckless turn led to a deadly crash.Jason “Mayhem” Miller drops in with the latest headlines, starting with former LAFD Chief Kristin Crowley's legal claim against the city of Los Angeles, where she accuses Mayor Karen Bass of orchestrating a campaign of misinformation and retaliation following the deadly Palisades wildfire. They also cover the remarks from Bed Bath & Beyond executive chairman Marcus Lemonis, who made waves by refusing to reopen stores in California, citing high costs and stifling regulations that he says make doing business in the state nearly impossible.Get it on.FOR MORE WITH DARREN CARTER:DRY BAR SPECIAL: “CALM DOWN”TOUR DATES: Sep 3, 2025 – Irvine, CA – Irvine ImprovPODCAST: “Pocket Party” - Available on all podcast platformsINSTAGRAM: @officialdarrencarterYOUTUBE: @DarrencarterTWITTER: @darrencarterFOR MORE WITH JASON “MAYHEM” MILLER: INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: @mayhemmillerWEBSITE: www.mayhemnow.com Thank you for supporting our sponsors:BetOnlinehomes.comoreillyauto.com/ADAMPluto.tvSHOPIFY.COM/carollaSIMPLISAFE.COM/ADAMLIVE SHOWS: August 29 - Provo, UTAugust 31 - Torrance, CASeptember 6 - Charlotte, NCSeptember 12-13 - El Paso, TX (4 Shows)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Marcus Lemonis built his reputation as the guy who could fix anything. It's even in the name of his TV show The Fixer on FOX his new show following the success of The Profit on CNBC. But now, as he enters a new phase of leadership, he's rethinking what it really means to lead. Lemonis has evolved. He's leading from behind, pushing people harder than they'd push themselves, and even playing the villain if that's what the business needs.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We kick off with Greg Gutfeld's epic rant on polling before diving into Gavin Newsom's shady new redistricting plan. Even Democrats can't explain who drew the maps, and Joe Scarborough admits Gavin's trolling is embarrassing. Eric Swalwell tries to spin it back on Trump, but Marcus Lemonis absolutely demolishes Newsom's weak response to the Bed […]

As Target has been steadily losing profits in recent years, the CEO of Target, Brian Cornell, is stepping down as the CEO of the retail giant after 11 years. Could this be yet another sign that Target went too far woke for its own good? Glenn and Stu also discuss the restaurant Cracker Barrel changing its logo for the first time in almost 50 years. Bed Bath & Beyond Executive Chairman Marcus Lemonis joins to discuss his decision not to open stores in California, how his views on President Trump have evolved positively over time, and the accusations from Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) that this is just a PR stunt in order to drum up business. Self-described Gen Z'er Angela calls in to discuss how difficult things have been for people who make good money but can't keep up with the growing cost of living. Glenn continues his conversation with Angela, offering his best advice on navigating these tough times and where people should focus for success. Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas) joins to discuss why he's planning to leave the House of Representatives in hopes of becoming the next attorney general of Texas, replacing current Texas AG Ken Paxton. Calvary Chapel Chino Hills founding and senior Pastor Jack Hibbs joins to give a stark warning to parents in California: If California bill AB 495 passes, parents with kids need to move out of the state. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bed, Bath & Beyond Executive Chairman Marcus Lemonis joins to discuss his decision not to open stores in California, how his views on President Trump have evolved positively over time, and the accusations from Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) that this is just a PR stunt in order to drum up business. As Target has been steadily losing profits in recent years, the CEO of Target, Brian Cornell, is stepping down as the CEO of the retail giant after 11 years. Could this be yet another sign that Target went too far woke for its own good? Calvary Chapel Chino Hills founding and senior Pastor Jack Hibbs joins to give a stark warning to parents in California: If California bill AB 495 passes, parents with kids need to move out of the state.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We kick off with Greg Gutfeld's epic rant on polling before diving into Gavin Newsom's shady new redistricting plan. Even Democrats can't explain who drew the maps, and Joe Scarborough admits Gavin's trolling is embarrassing. Eric Swalwell tries to spin it back on Trump, but Marcus Lemonis absolutely demolishes Newsom's weak response to the Bed Bath & Beyond fiasco.Plus:-Charlamagne tha God shocks everyone by backing Gavin's dumb moves-Kamala Harris calls Nicole Collier while Jasmine Crockett calls Trump (and America) racist again-Vice President JD Vance rips Democrats, weighs in on Elon Musk's third party idea, and roasts protesters-AMC faces backlash for reports of donating to Gaza-Tucker Carlson vs Tucker Carlson on Sharia law  -Megyn Kelly under fire after her MTG interview — is she pulling a Candace Owens?-TikTok leftists go full unhinged: one even calls for MAGA supporters to be killed-Dating in America is broken, complimenting women is “bad,” and a wild new ELF Cosmetics ad with Matt Rife-The internet melts down over a Cracker Barrel logo and a disturbing TikTok of a starving momGet the best mattress for less — go to https://BrooklynBedding.com and use code CHICKS for 30% off sitewide, only here.Get your full-size $39 bottle of Fresh-Pressed Olive Oil for just $1 shipping—no commitment—at https://ChicksLoveOliveOil.com. Don't miss out!Get your summer glow with HealthyCell—vibrant hair, radiant skin, and strong nails await! Use promo code CHICKS at https://HealthyCell.com/CHICKS for 20% off your first order.Live a better digital life with Webroot. Get 50% off Webroot Total Protection at https://WebRoot.com/Chicks

-President Trump has called for the resignation of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook amid mortgage fraud allegations. [Newsline] -Carl Higbie covers the alleged mortgage fraud epidemic amongst Democrats. [Carl Higbie Frontline] -Rob Schmitt blasts Newsom: "There is nothing inside of him except the desire to get more and more famous and popular and powerful." [Rob Schmitt Tonight] -Executive Chairman of Bed Bath & Beyond, Marcus Lemonis, explains why major companies leave California. [Rob Schmitt Tonight] -A DMV worker in Kentucky claims she was fired for blowing the whistle on a scam that issued driver's licenses to undocumented workers using forged documents. [Wake Up America] Today's podcast is sponsored by : BIRCH GOLD - Protect and grow your retirement savings with gold. Text ROB to 98 98 98 for your FREE information kit! To call in and speak with Rob Carson live on the show, dial 1-800-922-6680 between the hours of 12 Noon and 3:00 pm Eastern Time Monday through Friday…E-mail Rob Carson at : RobCarsonShow@gmail.com Musical parodies provided by Jim Gossett (www.patreon.com/JimGossettComedy) Listen to Newsmax LIVE and see our entire podcast lineup at http://Newsmax.com/Listen Make the switch to NEWSMAX today! Get your 15 day free trial of NEWSMAX+ at http://NewsmaxPlus.com Looking for NEWSMAX caps, tees, mugs & more? Check out the Newsmax merchandise shop at : http://nws.mx/shop Follow NEWSMAX on Social Media:  -Facebook: http://nws.mx/FB  -X/Twitter: http://nws.mx/twitter -Instagram: http://nws.mx/IG -YouTube: https://youtube.com/NewsmaxTV -Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsmaxTV -TRUTH Social: https://truthsocial.com/@NEWSMAX -GETTR: https://gettr.com/user/newsmax -Threads: http://threads.net/@NEWSMAX  -Telegram: http://t.me/newsmax  -BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/newsmax.com -Parler: http://app.parler.com/newsmax Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Small businesses and entrepreneurs struggling to get by may just get the help they need from Marcus Lemonis, the host of FOX's new reality series, “The Fixer.” FOX Business correspondent Lydia Hu speaks with billionaire businessman and entrepreneur about the latest on the Intel CEO's ties to China, the impact of tariffs, and how he plans to set businesses straight on his new show, “The Fixer,” on FOX on Friday at 8 PM ET. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kennedy and the CEO of Camping World, Marcus Lemonis, are fixin' for a good time this Happy Hour! As they sip on a Magical Marcus, they chat about Marcus' new show, The Fixer,  on FOX and FOX Business. The two dive into the importance of hard work and how you treat people.  Follow Kennedy on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@KennedyNation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠   Kennedy Now Available on YouTube: ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://link.chtbl.com/kennedyytp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow on TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@kennedy_foxnews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join Kennedy for Happy Hour on Fridays! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWlNiiSXX4BNUbXM5X8KkYbDepFgUIVZj⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Small businesses and entrepreneurs struggling to get by may just get the help they need from Marcus Lemonis, the host of FOX's new reality series, “The Fixer.” FOX Business correspondent Lydia Hu speaks with billionaire businessman and entrepreneur about the latest on the Intel CEO's ties to China, the impact of tariffs, and how he plans to set businesses straight on his new show, “The Fixer,” on FOX on Friday at 8 PM ET. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Small businesses and entrepreneurs struggling to get by may just get the help they need from Marcus Lemonis, the host of FOX's new reality series, “The Fixer.” FOX Business correspondent Lydia Hu speaks with billionaire businessman and entrepreneur about the latest on the Intel CEO's ties to China, the impact of tariffs, and how he plans to set businesses straight on his new show, “The Fixer,” on FOX on Friday at 8 PM ET. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Trump administration has a lot of irons in the fire right now, between President Trump's efforts to broker peace in the world's hot spots, tariff negotiations with many countries, and his attempt to stabilize the U.S. economy. Meanwhile, the 2026 Midterm Elections are swiftly approaching, and both parties have their eyes on key political races. Republican strategist and co-founder of South and Hill Strategies, Colin Reed, joins the Rundown to discuss the current state of the U.S. economy and how President Trump's economic policies will reflect voters' decisions in the 2026 Midterm Elections.    Tariffs, job numbers, and interest rates are all impacting the economic picture within the United States; however, American small businesses seem resilient in finding carrots, sticks, resources, and hope. Marcus Lemonis is the host of the new show, “The Fixer,” on FOX Business, and he joined the Rundown to give his perspective on the poor jobs report and why he believes the Trump administration's tariff strategy is a good one. Later, he talks about helping small businesses get back to thriving on his brand new FOX Business show airing Friday nights.   Plus, commentary from FOX News Contributor Joe Concha. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CEO of Camping World and host of the new show "The Fixer," Marcus Lemonis, discusses his latest show, the inspiration behind the name "The Fixer," and how it has similarities to his former show "The Prophet." Marcus also shares his background from adoption to becoming an American citizen and then a great patriot. He breaks down how he decided entrepreneurship was his calling and describes how hard work and sacrifice make a business great.  Bring on the stupid: The Ohio Supreme Court ruled in favor of allowing boneless chicken wings to have bones.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Trump administration has a lot of irons in the fire right now, between President Trump's efforts to broker peace in the world's hot spots, tariff negotiations with many countries, and his attempt to stabilize the U.S. economy. Meanwhile, the 2026 Midterm Elections are swiftly approaching, and both parties have their eyes on key political races. Republican strategist and co-founder of South and Hill Strategies, Colin Reed, joins the Rundown to discuss the current state of the U.S. economy and how President Trump's economic policies will reflect voters' decisions in the 2026 Midterm Elections.    Tariffs, job numbers, and interest rates are all impacting the economic picture within the United States; however, American small businesses seem resilient in finding carrots, sticks, resources, and hope. Marcus Lemonis , CEO of Camping World, Executive Chairman for Beyond, and the host of the new show, “The Fixer,” on FOX Business, joins the Rundown to give his perspective on the poor jobs report and why he believes the Trump administration's tariff strategy is a good one. Later, he talks about helping small businesses get back to thriving on his brand new FOX Business show airing Friday nights.   Plus, commentary from FOX News Contributor Joe Concha. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Trump administration has a lot of irons in the fire right now, between President Trump's efforts to broker peace in the world's hot spots, tariff negotiations with many countries, and his attempt to stabilize the U.S. economy. Meanwhile, the 2026 Midterm Elections are swiftly approaching, and both parties have their eyes on key political races. Republican strategist and co-founder of South and Hill Strategies, Colin Reed, joins the Rundown to discuss the current state of the U.S. economy and how President Trump's economic policies will reflect voters' decisions in the 2026 Midterm Elections.    Tariffs, job numbers, and interest rates are all impacting the economic picture within the United States; however, American small businesses seem resilient in finding carrots, sticks, resources, and hope. Marcus Lemonis , CEO of Camping World, Executive Chairman for Beyond, and the host of the new show, “The Fixer,” on FOX Business, joins the Rundown to give his perspective on the poor jobs report and why he believes the Trump administration's tariff strategy is a good one. Later, he talks about helping small businesses get back to thriving on his brand new FOX Business show airing Friday nights.   Plus, commentary from FOX News Contributor Joe Concha. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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[00:00:00] Marcus Lemonis   [00:18:26] Amb. Mike Huckabee   [00:36:50] Sean Davis   [00:55:13] Julie Banderas   [01:13:37] Shannon Bream   [01:32:00] Trace Gallagher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Business man, television personality and philanthropist Marcus Lemonis joins Frank Mackay on this episode of The Frank Mackay Show!

For many years he was "The Profit" on CNBC. Now Marcus Lemonis headlines the new reality series "The Fixer", premiering Friday July 18th at 8pm on FOX and next day on Hulu. Lemonis discusses both programs, along with some game shows he's been a part of, and what goes into making great television.

Thanks to our Partners, NAPA Auto Care and NAPA TRACS  Recorded at Vision Hi-Tech Training & Expo, Kim Auernheimer shares insights from managing two shop locations in Brentwood and Monteagle, Tennessee, each with vastly different demographics and market dynamics. She dives into the unique challenges and strategies required to adapt to both environments, highlighting the importance of tailored marketing, community involvement, and a steadfast commitment to customer service and employee well-being. Kim's story illustrates how strong leadership and adaptability can build a solid reputation across diverse markets. Kim Auernheimer, CS Automotive, 2 locations, TN. Listen to Kim's Episodes HERE. Show Notes Watch Full Video Episode Vision Hi-Tech Training & Expo: https://visionkc.com/ Introduction to the Episode (00:00:00) Personal Interaction with Marcus Lemonis (00:03:14) Challenges in the Automotive Industry (00:05:10) Analogy of Automotive and Medical Fields (00:06:27) Three P's of Business (00:08:31) Market Differences: Tale of Two Cities (00:09:40) Demographics and Market Understanding (00:11:02) Adapting Strategies for Different Markets (00:15:35) Customer Service Approach in Monteagle (00:16:34) Community Engagement Strategies (00:20:06) Challenges of Remote Management (00:21:00) Marketing and Community Presence (00:22:00) Geofencing Marketing Tactics (00:22:39) Billboard Advertising Insights (00:24:04) Reputation Management Challenges (00:28:06) Building Customer Trust (00:29:56) Employee and Customer Care Philosophy (00:32:47) Business Name Evolution (00:33:28) Customer Experience and Joy (00:36:07) Upgrading Facilities for Service (00:36:29) Importance of Cleanliness (00:38:03) Thanks to our Partners, NAPA Auto Care, NAPA TRACS and Automotive Management Network Learn more about NAPA Auto Care and the benefits of being part of the NAPA family by visiting https://www.napaonline.com/en/auto-care NAPA TRACS will move your shop into the SMS fast lane with onsite training and six days a week of support and local representation. Find NAPA TRACS on the Web at http://napatracs.com/ Connect with the Podcast: -Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RemarkableResultsRadioPodcast/ -Join Our Virtual Toastmasters Club:

A man failed at climbing Mt. Fuji (twice), a Southwest flyer pooped in her seat, and Delta passengers had to raise the roof! Trump pardoned a Nevada politician for stealing money to honor a fallen police officer, while also tipping Canada's elections in favor of the Liberal Party. Marcus Lemonis is having a hissy fit over his big flags, we could have a major breakthrough in cancer treatment (if the doctor in charge wasn't detained by ICE), and a former Disney employee gets jail time for hacking their menus! We tell you what we're watching and Brian reads an angry letter from a former listener.

Hour 2 Segment 1 While Tony is out recovering from surgery, Kira Davis fills in! Kira starts the second hour of the show talking about George Clooney bashing Megyn Kelly. Hour 2 Segment 2 Kira talks about President Donald Trump on how he views Jasmine Crockett. Kira also talks about how the left has no one. Hour 2 Segment 3 Kira talks about another top Pentagon official, Joe Kasper, resigning amid an internal turf war between top Defense Department officials. Hour 2 Segment 4 Kira wraps up the second hour of the show talking about Camping World CEO, Marcus Lemonis, forced to shut down a North Carolina store amid battles over their massive American flags. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 Segment 1 While Tony is out recovering from surgery, Kira Davis fills in! Kira starts the show by talking about the FBI arresting Milwaukee judge Hannah Dugan for hiding an illegal immigrant. Hour 1 Segment 2 Kira talks about how DEI and CRT are parasitic. Hour 1 Segment 3 Kira talks about how it is officially graduation season and talks about how COVID-19 effected kids. Hour 1 Segment 4 Kira wraps up the first hour of the show talking about Emma Dumont coming out as trans masculine nonbinary. Kira also talks about the chaos the left has caused changing everything. Hour 2 Segment 1 While Tony is out recovering from surgery, Kira Davis fills in! Kira starts the second hour of the show talking about George Clooney bashing Megyn Kelly. Hour 2 Segment 2 Kira talks about President Donald Trump on how he views Jasmine Crockett. Kira also talks about how the left has no one. Hour 2 Segment 3 Kira talks about another top Pentagon official, Joe Kasper, resigning amid an internal turf war between top Defense Department officials. Hour 2 Segment 4 Kira wraps up the second hour of the show talking about Camping World CEO, Marcus Lemonis, forced to shut down a North Carolina store amid battles over their massive American flags. Hour 3 Segment 1 While Tony is out recovering from surgery, Kira Davis fills in! Kira starts the final hour of the show talking about Michelle Obama talking about her life and why she skipped President Donald Trump’s inauguration. Hour 3 Segment 2 Kira talks about 60 Minutes executive producer resigning from the show, saying the show’s independence was compromised. Hour 3 Segment 3 Kira talks about President Trump about to take major action against ActBlue. Hour 3 Segment 4 Kira wraps up another edition of the show talking about Seattle sued over a nude park as city considered ‘public masturbation deterrent infrastructure’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Know Your Numbers, Know Your Business: The Key to Smarter Decisions If you don't know your numbers, you don't know your business." – Marcus Lemonis. Yet, too many business owners either ignore their financials altogether or get lost in the jargon-filled reports their CPA hands them. If you're not checking or decoding your numbers, you're making blind decisions on pricing, hiring, and growth—and that's a dangerous game. In this episode of The Idaho Business Podcast, we break down why understanding your finances isn't optional. Learn how to simplify your reports, relabel categories so they make sense, and finally take control of your business's profitability. If you don't know when or if you're making money, it's time to fix that.

Get JD's new playbook Social Media Selling Machine here. In this episode, Jon Davids tells us about Marcus Lemonis, the man behind Camping World. Marcus rolled up and reinvented the RV industry. And built a behemoth while he was at it.Subscribe to JD's newsletter here.And follow JD across social: LinkedIn | Facebook | TikTok | Instagram | YouTube Follow JD across social: LinkedIn | Facebook | TikTok | Instagram | YouTube | ThreadsSubscribe to JD's newsletter here.

Send us a textSchedule an Online Consultation Make sure and come see Brian on stage at the upcoming Invisalign Summit! About your Host:“Brian Wright is a combination of Marcus Lemonis from the Profit and the entire Shark Tank Team. You must partner your practice with his companies.”Dr. Staci Frankowitz - Orthodontist We tackle the crucial question: How can we align treatment plans with what patients truly value? Hear a compelling case study where flexibility and patient-centered care took center stage, leading to a successful outcome without the need for jaw surgery. Learn how tools like the iTero scanner can transform patient engagement and conversion rates. We wrap up with a focus on the importance of education and choice in treatment planning, ensuring that patient desires and lifestyle needs guide every decision. Join the conversation and revolutionize your approach to orthodontic practice.New Patient Group - The Employee & Patient Experience Co.Learn Advanced and Cutting Edge Skill Sets Used by the Finest People Businesses in the World, such as the Ritz Carlton and other famous Companies:  - Leadership- Sales Fundamentals- Hospitality- Consumer Psychology- Verbiage- PresentationLearn How to Apply the Skill Sets Above to each of the following:- Existing Patient Experience- New Patient Experience- New Patient Phone Call- Existing Patient Phone Call- Digital Workflow- Treatment Coordinator Exam- Doctor Exam- Financial Presentation- Pending Treatment FollowUp- Handling and Overcoming Objections - Trust & Communication Transfers - Digital Marketing- Patient Compliance- Clinical Assistant Chair Side Conversations- Clinical Assistant Conversation with Parents - Remote Monitoring (If, applicable) - Clear Aligner Starts and Profitability (If, applicable)What to Expect from Implementing the Above Skill Sets:- Improve Leadership and Culture- Improve Mindset and Motivation- Improve Employee Experience- Improve Patient Experience- Improve Patient Compliance- Increase Treatment Conversion- Increase Production - Increase Cash Flow- Increase Patient Referrals- Increase New Patients- Improve Efficiency- Improve Time Management - Improved Digital Marketing Presence- Improved Brand Awareness - Reduce New Patient No Shows- Reduce Existing Patient No Shows- Reduce Headaches, Stress and Chaos- Reduce Advertising Costs- Reduce Patient Non-Compliance- Reduce Unnecessary Appointments Caused by Non-ComplianceJob Descriptions that will Benefit from this On-Site Workshop:- Clinical Assistants - Concierges- Doctors - Front Desk- Receptionists- Treatment CoordinatorsWe tackle the crucial question: How can we align treatment plans with what patients truly value? Hear a compelling case study where flexibility and patient-centered care took center stage, leading to a successful outcome without the need for jaw surgery. Learn how tools like the iTero scanner can transform patient engagement and conversion rates. We wrap up with a focus on the importance of education and choice in treatment planning, ensuring that patient desires and lifestyle needs guide every decision. Join the conversation and revolutionize your approach to orthodontic practice.

If there's one thing Drag Queens know, it's marketing. Alaska and Willam recap the All Stars 2 'Drag Fish Tank' product creation and marketing bonanza episode this week. From 'Butt Butt Golf' with masked underwear models, to Marcus Lemonis reading Katya to the dirt, this fever dream of an episode has everything: including Alaska's iconic Americana pants outfit with curly blonde wig, complete with Roxxxy's Rhinestone Tank Top!! Who won the lip sync? Who was eliminated? Who knows? It's all too traumatic to talk about!Follow us on IG at @racechaserpod and click the link in bio for a list of organizations you can donate to in support of Black Lives MatterListen to Race Chaser Ad-Free on MOM PlusFOLLOW ALASKAhttps://twitter.com/Alaska5000https://www.instagram.com/theonlyalaska5000https://www.facebook.com/AlaskaThunderhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9vnKqhNky1BcWqXbDs0NAQFOLLOW WILLAMhttps://twitter.com/willamhttps://www.instagram.com/willamhttps://www.facebook.com/willamhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrO9hj5VqGJufBlVJy-8D1gRACE CHASER IS A FOREVER DOG PODCAST Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If there's one thing Drag Queens know, it's marketing. Alaska and Willam recap the All Stars 2 'Drag Fish Tank' product creation and marketing bonanza episode this week. From 'Butt Butt Golf' with masked underwear models, to Marcus Lemonis reading Katya to the dirt, this fever dream of an episode has everything: including Alaska's iconic Americana pants outfit with curly blonde wig, complete with Roxxxy's Rhinestone Tank Top!! Who won the lip sync? Who was eliminated? Who knows? It's all too traumatic to talk about! Follow us on IG at @racechaserpod and click the link in bio for a list of organizations you can donate to in support of Black Lives Matter Listen to Race Chaser Ad-Free on MOM Plus FOLLOW ALASKA https://twitter.com/Alaska5000 https://www.instagram.com/theonlyalaska5000 https://www.facebook.com/AlaskaThunder https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9vnKqhNky1BcWqXbDs0NAQ FOLLOW WILLAM https://twitter.com/willam https://www.instagram.com/willam https://www.facebook.com/willam https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrO9hj5VqGJufBlVJy-8D1g RACE CHASER IS A FOREVER DOG PODCAST Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this one I RELIVE the magic of Marcus Lemonis - the Profit - who was last years headline speaker at PPM LIVE.    Marcus delivered real GOLD to the room - the type you expect from such a successful business owner - but it's what he shared with my KIDS before his talk that impressed me most…   See, Marcus gave my 7 year old the best lesson in business I could have wished for. Just before his keynote he took the time to explain to Tobias why although he'd made $300 at PPM LIVE (selling his daddy's books to the attendees), he wasn't able to KEEP all of that $300 as, “that's not how business works”…    Anyway, turn me up nice and loud to hear the full story, as well as listen to Marcus talk about:    - Why Employees Should Come Before Customers in Business   - Unlocking Confidence: Overcoming Insecurity and Delivering Tough Feedback   - Creating Generational Wealth…    After that, head over to PPMLIVE24.com and use the coupon code “podcast” to save $100 on a ticket to the big marketing event happening October 17-20 in Orlando. 

Willie discusses the possibility of Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear becoming the vice presidential nominee with Rob Sanders, spreads positivity and how to better yourself with Marcus Lemonis, and Annie Jacobson details the leadup to nuclear war.

Travis Lubinsky, aka Trav, is a serial entrepreneur immersed in the dynamic world of private equity. With a diverse portfolio spanning Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) brands, real estate, a thriving restaurant, and a cutting-edge marketing agency, Trav blends stability and innovation seamlessly. Renowned for visionary projects, financial acumen, and an unyielding commitment to success, he marked his impact with Flex Watches, featured on CNBC's ‘The Profit,' and drew the attention of Marcus Lemonis for future collaborations. --- James Malinchak is a dynamic entrepreneur and motivational speaker, empowering individuals to reach their fullest potential. Through engaging seminars and coaching sessions, he ignites audiences with practical strategies for personal and professional success. James's journey from humble beginnings to multi-million-dollar business ventures inspires others to dream big and take action. James is recognized as one of the most requested, in-demand business and motivational keynote speakers and marketing consultants in the world. He was featured on the Hit ABC TV Show, Secret Millionaire, Co-Authored the Best-Selling book, Chicken Soup for the College Soul and was twice named “College Speaker of the Year.” --- Like this episode? Watch more like it