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  • Episode 0062 FlyBy Shine

    In May of 2024 the guys had an awesome interview with Mississippi Veteran and Entrepreneur, Ric McCluskey.  In that interview Ric hinted that he was starting on a new project, so the guys thought it would be fun to circle back with him (over a year later) and find out whatever happened with that project…

  • Episode 0061 Airbags

    This week the guys have something of a riff episode where Caleb shares a CRAZY story that happened literal hours before recording.  Caleb shares a premonition to drive in the left lane, which he ignored, only to narrowly avoid a head-on collision with a truck driving in the wrong lane. The following day, while driving…

  • Episode 0060 The Problem with Timing

    According to Freakonomics author and podcast host, Stephen J. Dubner, “The difference between success and failure is sometimes just…timing.”.  At least that’s the argument he makes in his Episode 563, “How to Succeed at Failing, Part 3: Grit vs. Quit (Update)”, which Caleb & Chris reference in this week’s episode. They even play a short…

  • Episode 0059 The Ethics of Staying Open

    This week the guys offer a conversational overview of various topics. Their exchange begins with personal anecdotes about their work-life balance and social media interactions, including Caleb’s “fishing for hate”. The conversation then transitions to a discussion about unique treats, specifically the “Sibateaux ” and “Cronut,” revealing their unusual origins and names. Finally, the hosts…

  • Episode 0058 The Pain of a Pivot

    Back in December 2024, Caleb & Chris got a chance to interview two tech entrepreneurs and learn about their really cool app, FoodScout! Now roughly a half year later, Caleb & Chris sit down with one of those two guys again, Damion Dehart, and hear a ruthlessly transparent update on their startup journey.    The…

  • Episode 0057 The Alli Project

    In this week’s episode, Caleb and Chris discuss a variety of topics, beginning with their recent two-week break from recording and Chris’ trip to catch a FIFA Club World Cup match, followed by the controversial role of frappes as a “gateway drug” to specialty coffee. The main focus then shifts to a refresher of Chris’…

  • Episode 0056 Share Your Story: Fallon Dyle

    This week the guys talk with Fallon Dyle, a research & product development chemist and founder of Sustainovate, a manufacturing consulting company. The discussion covers her unconventional career path from forensic chemistry to starting her own venture after a pivotal professional event. Sustainovate focuses on sustainable and innovative product development, offering services from ideation to…

  • Episode 0055 Share Your Story: Tommy Teepell

    This week’s amazing interview is with Tommy Teepell, co-owner of Grin Coffee.  Tommy tells the guys all about his incredible entrepreneurial journey. He recounts his homeschooling experience, early ventures in fashion design and toy invention, and the serendipitous start of Grin Coffee as a family hobby using a popcorn machine. Tommy emphasizes the role of…

  • Episode 0054 SBDC & MCDP

    This week the guys talk with Rita Mitchell, Director of the Pine Belt Small Business Development Center, and Lori Watts, President of the Marion County Development Partnership. They discuss the vital role their organizations play in supporting businesses, from startups to established enterprises, especially in times of crises like natural disasters, economic downswings, and even…

  • Episode 0053 The Founder

    The week the guys talk about the 2016 movie, The Founder, a period drama that tells the story of Ray Kroc, a salesman who turned two brothers’ innovative fast-food burger joint (McDonald’s) into the biggest restaurant in the world. Caleb and Chris reflect on Kroc’s ambition, persistence, and ruthlessness, and how any of these talents…

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