Dropping Bombs

Brad Lea: CEO, Entrepreneur, and Host of The Bottom Line
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Laugh while you learn how to solve some of life's challenges! In fact, Brad Lea keeps it as real as it gets while he's "Dropping Bombs" on a wide-range of topics that educate, inspire and makes you laugh out loud. Brad's bombs are explosive strategies discovered through conversations with his fascinating guests that you can use to obliterate any obstacle getting in the way of your personal or business success. Listen to the Dropping Bombs podcast for exclusive content, success strategies rooted in real-life experiences and stories from the front lines. Brad's dropping bombs. Listen up or run for cover!

  1. 43 MIN AGO

    The Exit Strategy That Turns a $3M Business Into an $18M Payday

    This episode was sponsored by Cardiff, Meritage Partners & Inevitable Exit    LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ Today's Dropping Bombs episode features Brian Franco — M&A advisor who's closed over $2 billion in business sales and spent 23 years turning founder-owned companies into transferable, sellable machines.   Brian breaks down why most business owners are unknowingly building a job, not a business — and the seven value drivers that separate a 4–6x exit from a 10–15x payday. He gets into deal structure, earnouts, the boomer wealth trap, and why waiting too long to exit is the most expensive mistake a founder can make.   If you've built something real, this episode is the conversation you didn't know you needed. Your business is either an asset or a liability — this episode tells you exactly how to tell the difference.   🔗 Connect with Brian  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brian_t_franco/ Podcast: The M&A Guy Podcast   ✅ Additional Resources  Meritage Partners: http://meritage.partners Inevitable Exit: http://inevitableexit.com Inevitable Exit Book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/02TFLonb Apple Bites AI: https://applebites.ai/   Watch the full-length video version of any Dropping Bombs episode here on YouTube.   Brad Lea is a self-made entrepreneur who turned small-town grit into a multi-million-dollar empire. With over 25 years dominating sales and leadership, he's mentored thousands to outsmart, outwork, and out win their competition. His top-rated podcast, Dropping Bombs, brings raw, game-changing insights from the biggest names in business.   LightSpeed VT is Brad's brainchild—the world's leading interactive training platform. It's built to make your team sharper, faster, and more effective, without wasting time or money. Whether you're a startup or a Fortune 500, LightSpeed VT is how you scale success and dominate your industry. Curious? Check it out: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/   Brad's also behind Closer School, the go-to program for mastering sales and closing deals like a pro. Want to 10x your income? This is where you start. His book, The Hard Way, lays out the brutal, honest lessons he learned building his empire—your blueprint to winning the game. Get it here: https://bradlea.com/product/the-hard-way/   This isn't just a video. It's a wake-up call. Watch it. Share it. Act on it. Closer School: https://www.closerschool.com/cs

    1hr 4min

  2. 2 DAYS AGO

    Highest Paying Home Service Businesses No One's Talking About in 2026

    This episode was sponsored by Cardiff & Hayden Garlock    LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ Today's Dropping Bombs episode features Hayden Garlock — the 27-year-old who built California's largest bird control company from a single door-knock observation, installed pigeon deterrent systems in 7,500 homes, and sold the whole thing for seven figures before most people figure out what they want to do with their lives.   Hayden exposes why dirty, unglamorous service businesses are the fastest path to millionaire status right now, why "burn the boats" is dangerous advice for most entrepreneurs, and why the online gurus selling success have never actually built anything outside the internet.   The trend chasers are losing, and those doing what nobody else wants to do are winning. This episode shows exactly why — and how to be one of them.   🔗 Connect with Hayden  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/haydengarlock/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@haydengarlock   Watch the full-length video version of any Dropping Bombs episode here on YouTube.   Brad Lea is a self-made entrepreneur who turned small-town grit into a multi-million-dollar empire. With over 25 years dominating sales and leadership, he's mentored thousands to outsmart, outwork, and out win their competition. His top-rated podcast, Dropping Bombs, brings raw, game-changing insights from the biggest names in business.   LightSpeed VT is Brad's brainchild—the world's leading interactive training platform. It's built to make your team sharper, faster, and more effective, without wasting time or money. Whether you're a startup or a Fortune 500, LightSpeed VT is how you scale success and dominate your industry. Curious? Check it out: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/   Brad's also behind Closer School, the go-to program for mastering sales and closing deals like a pro. Want to 10x your income? This is where you start. His book, The Hard Way, lays out the brutal, honest lessons he learned building his empire—your blueprint to winning the game. Get it here: https://bradlea.com/product/the-hard-way/   This isn't just a video. It's a wake-up call. Watch it. Share it. Act on it. Closer School: https://www.closerschool.com/cs

    1hr 23min

  3. 2 DAYS AGO

    The Legal "High" That's Making Entrepreneurs Unstoppable

    This episode was sponsored by Cardiff, Last Rep, & Reach Peak   LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ Today's Dropping Bombs episode features Stephen Samson, a self-made entrepreneur who went from the military to the boardroom without a degree, built a multi-million dollar company from nothing, and walked away with a life-changing exit in six years.   Stephen gets into what it really takes to survive a bootstrapped startup, why most growing companies are being held back by their own technology, and how he's now building a THC recovery beverage targeting the millions of people ditching alcohol for something better.   Whatever you're building right now, this episode is the push you didn't know you needed. 🔗 Connect with Stephen  LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/stsamson Last Rep: https://lastreparc.com (Use Promo Code: BRAD for 20% off)  Reach Peak: https://reachpeak.co    Watch the full-length video version of any Dropping Bombs episode here on YouTube.   This video is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Last Rep contains Delta-9 THC derived from hemp. Must be 21+ to purchase.    Brad Lea is a self-made entrepreneur who turned small-town grit into a multi-million-dollar empire. With over 25 years dominating sales and leadership, he's mentored thousands to outsmart, outwork, and out win their competition. His top-rated podcast, Dropping Bombs, brings raw, game-changing insights from the biggest names in business.   LightSpeed VT is Brad's brainchild—the world's leading interactive training platform. It's built to make your team sharper, faster, and more effective, without wasting time or money. Whether you're a startup or a Fortune 500, LightSpeed VT is how you scale success and dominate your industry. Curious? Check it out: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/   Brad's also behind Closer School, the go-to program for mastering sales and closing deals like a pro. Want to 10x your income? This is where you start. His book, The Hard Way, lays out the brutal, honest lessons he learned building his empire—your blueprint to winning the game. Get it here: https://bradlea.com/product/the-hard-way/   This isn't just a video. It's a wake-up call. Watch it. Share it. Act on it. Closer School: https://www.closerschool.com/cs

    1hr 14min

  4. 4 DAYS AGO

    This Blue-Collar Wine Business Prints Money (No One's Talking About It)

    This episode was sponsored by Cardiff & MocToe Wine Co.   LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ Today's Dropping Bombs episode features Andrew Schultz, an Army veteran turned winemaker who spent over a decade farming some of Washington State's most elite vineyards before buying the one where his career first began.   Andrew gets into what actually makes a great wine (it starts in the field, not the cellar), why Washington is quietly producing some of the most underrated bottles in the world, and how he built a business that takes care of the people doing the real work.   From combat tours to owning some of the most sought-after land in American wine country, this is a story about what obsession and integrity build over time. This episode is proof that patience, integrity, and doing things right still wins.   🔗 Connect with Andrew  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewleeschultz/ Website: https://www.moctoewines.com   Watch the full-length video version of any Dropping Bombs episode here on YouTube.   Brad Lea is a self-made entrepreneur who turned small-town grit into a multi-million-dollar empire. With over 25 years dominating sales and leadership, he's mentored thousands to outsmart, outwork, and out win their competition. His top-rated podcast, Dropping Bombs, brings raw, game-changing insights from the biggest names in business.   LightSpeed VT is Brad's brainchild—the world's leading interactive training platform. It's built to make your team sharper, faster, and more effective, without wasting time or money. Whether you're a startup or a Fortune 500, LightSpeed VT is how you scale success and dominate your industry. Curious? Check it out: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/   Brad's also behind Closer School, the go-to program for mastering sales and closing deals like a pro. Want to 10x your income? This is where you start. His book, The Hard Way, lays out the brutal, honest lessons he learned building his empire—your blueprint to winning the game. Get it here: https://bradlea.com/product/the-hard-way/   This isn't just a video. It's a wake-up call. Watch it. Share it. Act on it. Closer School: https://www.closerschool.com/cs

    1hr 9min

  5. 5 DAYS AGO

    The Trade Business Nobody's Talking About (That's Printing 8-Figure Money)

    This episode was sponsored by Cardiff & Travis Larsen Construction   LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ Today's Dropping Bombs episode features Travis and Kaidden Larsen, a father and son who built a construction and development company from the ground up, survived the 2008 housing crash, and are now sitting on one of the most overlooked investment opportunities in the country.   Travis breaks down why most licensed contractors don't actually know what they're doing, how to vet one before you spend a dime, and why the region they're building in is quietly becoming a commercial goldmine before most people even know it exists.   Whether you're looking to invest, already in the trades, or have never picked up a hammer in your life, this episode will change how you think about building real wealth from the ground up.    🔗 Connect with Travis & Kaidden  IG: https://www.instagram.com/travislarsenconstructionllc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TravisLarsenConstruction Website: https://www.travislarsenconstruction.com   Watch the full-length video version of any Dropping Bombs episode here on YouTube.   Brad Lea is a self-made entrepreneur who turned small-town grit into a multi-million-dollar empire. With over 25 years dominating sales and leadership, he's mentored thousands to outsmart, outwork, and out win their competition. His top-rated podcast, Dropping Bombs, brings raw, game-changing insights from the biggest names in business.   LightSpeed VT is Brad's brainchild—the world's leading interactive training platform. It's built to make your team sharper, faster, and more effective, without wasting time or money. Whether you're a startup or a Fortune 500, LightSpeed VT is how you scale success and dominate your industry. Curious? Check it out: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/   Brad's also behind Closer School, the go-to program for mastering sales and closing deals like a pro. Want to 10x your income? This is where you start. His book, The Hard Way, lays out the brutal, honest lessons he learned building his empire—your blueprint to winning the game. Get it here: https://bradlea.com/product/the-hard-way/   This isn't just a video. It's a wake-up call. Watch it. Share it. Act on it. Closer School: https://www.closerschool.com/cs

    1hr 19min

  6. 26 APR

    How To Get FILTHY RICH In Real Estate Without Finding a Single Client

    This episode was sponsored by Cardiff & thejasonmitchellgroup.com   LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ Today's Dropping Bombs episode features Jason Mitchell, the CEO who started from nothing, lost everything, and then built the #1 real estate group in the country with $200M in annual revenue.   Jason breaks down the referral machine distributing 13,000 qualified leads a month, why America's housing market is trapped in purgatory, how Wall Street quietly cornered the first-time homebuyer market, and what it actually takes to create generational wealth on a normal income.   He also tells the story of wiring away his last $3 million the night before filing bankruptcy and how that one decision changed the entire trajectory of his life.   If you're a realtor, an aspiring homeowner, or an entrepreneur just trying to build real wealth, this episode is your blueprint.   🔗 Connect with Jason  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonmitchell_jmg/ Website: https://thejasonmitchellgroup.com/   Watch the full-length video version of any Dropping Bombs episode here on YouTube.   Brad Lea is a self-made entrepreneur who turned small-town grit into a multi-million-dollar empire. With over 25 years dominating sales and leadership, he's mentored thousands to outsmart, outwork, and out win their competition. His top-rated podcast, Dropping Bombs, brings raw, game-changing insights from the biggest names in business.   LightSpeed VT is Brad's brainchild—the world's leading interactive training platform. It's built to make your team sharper, faster, and more effective, without wasting time or money. Whether you're a startup or a Fortune 500, LightSpeed VT is how you scale success and dominate your industry. Curious? Check it out: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/   Brad's also behind Closer School, the go-to program for mastering sales and closing deals like a pro. Want to 10x your income? This is where you start. His book, The Hard Way, lays out the brutal, honest lessons he learned building his empire—your blueprint to winning the game. Get it here: https://bradlea.com/product/the-hard-way/   This isn't just a video. It's a wake-up call. Watch it. Share it. Act on it. Closer School: https://www.closerschool.com/cs

    1hr 13min

  7. 24 APR

    7 Ways to ERASE Trauma Without Therapy or Medication

    This episode was sponsored by Cardiff    LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ Today's Dropping Bombs episode features Aaron "Sgt. Q" Quinonez, a Marine combat veteran turned entrepreneur and mental health advocate who went from homelessness to building a thriving company and coaching leaders across the country.   Sergeant Q breaks down the neuroscience of unhealed trauma, how it silently destroys relationships and success, and the simple daily habits that actually rewire your brain for resilience. He also gets into the raw personal story that changed everything for him.   If you've ever felt stuck, reactive, or like you're running on empty — this one's for you. The tools are simpler than you think, and someone in your life needs this conversation as much as you do.   🔗 Connect with Aaron/Sgt Q  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sgt.q_/ Website: https://www.evolvepathway.com   ✅ Additional Resources  Healing Thru Service (SgtQ's book): https://a.co/d/0dJUDkmO The Body Keeps the Score (Bessel van der Kolk): https://a.co/d/0hVet8ZJ QActual App: https://www.qactual.com Watch the full-length video version of any Dropping Bombs episode here on YouTube. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health or thoughts of suicide, call or text 988 anytime. This content is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. Brad Lea is a self-made entrepreneur who turned small-town grit into a multi-million-dollar empire. With over 25 years dominating sales and leadership, he's mentored thousands to outsmart, outwork, and out win their competition. His top-rated podcast, Dropping Bombs, brings raw, game-changing insights from the biggest names in business.   LightSpeed VT is Brad's brainchild—the world's leading interactive training platform. It's built to make your team sharper, faster, and more effective, without wasting time or money. Whether you're a startup or a Fortune 500, LightSpeed VT is how you scale success and dominate your industry. Curious? Check it out: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/   Brad's also behind Closer School, the go-to program for mastering sales and closing deals like a pro. Want to 10x your income? This is where you start. His book, The Hard Way, lays out the brutal, honest lessons he learned building his empire—your blueprint to winning the game. Get it here: https://bradlea.com/product/the-hard-way/   This isn't just a video. It's a wake-up call. Watch it. Share it. Act on it. Closer School: https://www.closerschool.com/cs

    1hr 12min

  8. 23 APR

    The #1 Way Entrepreneurs Are Getting RICH in 2026 (Most Will Miss It)

    This episode was sponsored by Cardiff & American Dream TV   LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ Today's Dropping Bombs episode features Craig Sewing — founder of American Dream TV, a two-time Emmy®-nominated media company reaching tens of millions of viewers a month, and one of the most influential names in real estate media.   Craig breaks down why the news is designed to keep you angry, why personal brand is now a survival skill for anyone in real estate or mortgage, and why AI is about to hand the market to professionals who understand what it can't do — and punish everyone who doesn't.   This is the episode for anyone who wants to stop being invisible in their industry.   🔗 Connect with Craig  IG: https://www.instagram.com/craigsewingmedia/ & https://www.instagram.com/theamericandreamtv/   ✅ Additional Resources  American Dream TV: https://americandreamnetwork.tv/ Real Producers (Brad's Company): https://www.realmortgagesuccess.com/   Watch the full-length video version of any Dropping Bombs episode here on YouTube.   Brad Lea is a self-made entrepreneur who turned small-town grit into a multi-million-dollar empire. With over 25 years dominating sales and leadership, he's mentored thousands to outsmart, outwork, and out win their competition. His top-rated podcast, Dropping Bombs, brings raw, game-changing insights from the biggest names in business.   LightSpeed VT is Brad's brainchild—the world's leading interactive training platform. It's built to make your team sharper, faster, and more effective, without wasting time or money. Whether you're a startup or a Fortune 500, LightSpeed VT is how you scale success and dominate your industry. Curious? Check it out: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/   Brad's also behind Closer School, the go-to program for mastering sales and closing deals like a pro. Want to 10x your income? This is where you start. His book, The Hard Way, lays out the brutal, honest lessons he learned building his empire—your blueprint to winning the game. Get it here: https://bradlea.com/product/the-hard-way/   This isn't just a video. It's a wake-up call. Watch it. Share it. Act on it. Closer School: https://www.closerschool.com/cs

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Laugh while you learn how to solve some of life's challenges! In fact, Brad Lea keeps it as real as it gets while he's "Dropping Bombs" on a wide-range of topics that educate, inspire and makes you laugh out loud. Brad's bombs are explosive strategies discovered through conversations with his fascinating guests that you can use to obliterate any obstacle getting in the way of your personal or business success. Listen to the Dropping Bombs podcast for exclusive content, success strategies rooted in real-life experiences and stories from the front lines. Brad's dropping bombs. Listen up or run for cover!

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  • Creator
    Brad Lea: CEO, Entrepreneur, and Host of The Bottom Line
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    1.1k
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2017
  • Show Website
    Dropping Bombs

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