EGGS! The Podcast

Ryan Roghaar and Michael Smith
  • 4.9 (19)
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Updated Weekly

Eggs is podcast that centers around creativity in all forms. From building businesses, personal projects and constructing brands to crafting music empires, finding social fame, fortune and more—we discuss whatever, whenever, with whomever in search of patterns, expertise, shared experience and knowledge. Along with our guests—usually experts in a field or subject—we drill down to uncover the steps taken and the hurdles crossed in pursuit of excellence, aiding our listeners in chasing down their own dreams and taking their "egg" from coup to table. Eggs is a show co-hosted by Mike Smith "DJ Ontic", a Seattle, WA based DJ and Ryan Roghaar owner of R2 Media Group, a full-service marketing communications agency based in Salt Lake City, UT and Barcelona, Spain.

  1. 6d ago

    Eggs 477: Mastering Remote Teams with Chris McShanag

    Summary In this episode, Chris McShanag, CEO of Virtual Teammate, shares insights on building remote teams, leveraging AI, and scaling businesses effectively. Discover practical strategies for hiring, leadership, and creating a cohesive remote culture. Takeaways Remote team building and managementAI-enabled virtual teams and productivityHiring strategies and cultural fitLeadership and communication in remote settingsBusiness scaling and operational efficiency Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Chris McShanag and Virtual Teammate 01:19 Chris's Entrepreneurial Journey and Healthcare Focus 03:01 The Shift to Remote Support in Healthcare 04:11 Controlling Your Destiny as an Entrepreneur 06:04 Parallels Between F1, Fighter Pilots, and Business 07:07 Creating Clear Processes and Outcomes for Remote Teams 08:04 Hiring and Building the Right Virtual Team 09:06 Common Mistakes in Remote Hiring 10:00 Aligning Tasks with the Highest Value 10:57 Effective Communication and Performance Tracking 12:05 Team Roles and Specialization in Remote Settings 12:54 Building Company Culture with Virtual Teams 13:51 Delegation Framework: Do, Defer, Delete 15:09 Overcoming Challenges in Scaling with Virtual Support 16:05 Assessing When Virtual Teams Are a Good Fit 17:04 Lessons Learned from Entrepreneurial Challenges 17:59 The Role of AI in Virtual Teams 18:47 Ensuring Human Accountability with AI Tools 20:08 Maximizing Productivity and Engagement in Remote Teams 21:03 Building a Cohesive Global Culture 21:53 Success Traits of Effective Remote Leaders 23:04 Limitations of AI and Human Intervention 23:50 Avoiding Premature Outsourcing 25:12 The Power of Personal Connection in Virtual Teams 26:06 Encouraging Virtual Team Engagement and Leadership 27:04 Impact of Virtual Teams on Global Economy 28:11 The Future of AI and Human Collaboration 28:54 Building a Legacy and Positive Impact in Healthcare 30:05 Final Advice for Entrepreneurs and Business Leaders 30:58 Where to Connect with Chris and Virtual Teammate Learn more: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-mcshanag/ https://virtualteammate.com/ Credits: Hosted by Ryan Roghaar Produced by Ryan Roghaar Theme music: "Perfect Day" by OPM    The Eggs Podcast Spotify playlist: bit.ly/eggstunes The Plugs: The Show: eggsthepodcast.com @eggsthepodcast on X and Instagram Mike "DJ Ontic": Shows and info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠djontic.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @djontic on twitter Ryan Roghaar: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rogha.ar⁠⁠

    Eggs 477: Mastering Remote Teams with Chris McShanag

  2. Jul 23

    Eggs 476: Reimagining Life After Sports with Eric Dahl

    Summary In this episode, Ryan Roghaar interviews Eric Dahl about his journey from real estate to marketing, and his focus on helping athletes transition after sports. They discuss the importance of identity, leveraging skills, and building a successful post-sports career. Takeaways Eric Dahl's career journey from real estate to marketingThe importance of identity for athletes transitioning out of sportsThe Athlete 5 blueprint and its pillars: purpose, mental health, physical health, spiritual well-being, relationshipsThe impact of NIL and sports commercialization on athletes' choicesStrategies for athletes to leverage discipline and skills in new careersThe significance of networking and relationships in career transitionsThe role of self-assessment and introspection in finding purposeChallenges faced by athletes with career-ending injuries or unexpected exitsThe book 'Winning the Post Game' and its approach to life after sportsAdvice for young athletes and their families on planning for life after sports Chapters 00:00 Introduction and guest background 01:07 Eric Dahl's career journey from real estate to marketing 04:15 Why sports has been a lifelong passion for Eric 06:48 The shift in sports and athlete opportunities over the last decade 11:51 The importance of identity for athletes and their post-sports life 17:42 Building a support network and making meaningful connections 30:39 The Athlete 5 blueprint and how it helps athletes transition 43:45 Overview of the book 'Winning the Post Game' 50:36 The impact of NIL and sports commercialization 52:33 Closing remarks and how to connect with Eric Dahl Learn more: https://www.athlete5.com https://www.athlete5.com/book https://www.linkedin.com/in/dahleric/ Credits: Hosted by Ryan Roghaar Produced by Ryan Roghaar Theme music: "Perfect Day" by OPM    The Eggs Podcast Spotify playlist: bit.ly/eggstunes The Plugs: The Show: eggsthepodcast.com @eggsthepodcast on X and Instagram Mike "DJ Ontic": Shows and info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠djontic.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @djontic on twitter Ryan Roghaar: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rogha.ar⁠⁠

    Eggs 476: Reimagining Life After Sports with Eric Dahl

  3. Jul 16

    Eggs 475: How Generative Engine Optimization is Changing Content Marketing with Jackson Wightman

    Summary In this episode, Jackson Whiteman, founder of Proper Propaganda, shares insights on how AI is transforming PR, SEO, and content strategies. Discover how to adapt your marketing approach to this rapidly evolving landscape and leverage new opportunities in AI-driven discovery. Takeaways The evolution of search and AI chatbotsThe concept of generative engine optimization (GEO)The role of PR and earned media in AI answersWeb architecture and AI crawlersMonitoring and metrics for AI optimizationHuman relationships and trust in AI marketingThe impact of AI on industries and jobsStrategies for small businesses to adapt to AI Chapters 00:00 Introduction and guest background 00:09 Jackson's career in PR and politics 01:15 Blurring lines between politics and tech campaigns 02:17 The evolution of search and AI chatbots 03:30 Impact of PR on AI answer sourcing 04:22 The rapid evolution of AI and search strategies 06:19 Web architecture and AI crawlers 07:19 PR, media, and SEO in the AI age 08:32 The changing nature of media relations 09:52 The renewed importance of human trust and relationships 11:26 Surgical PR and media placement in AI era 13:25 The chaos of AI and the human touch 14:13 The role of PR in building trust and source credibility 15:55 Content creation, AI, and authenticity 17:01 AI's impact on industries and jobs 18:48 Communication from AI companies and public perception 20:14 The potential of AI to augment human work 21:18 AI's influence on media and information sources 22:22 Game-changing moments in AI development 23:12 The changing landscape of PR and media relations 24:02 Websites, content, and AI optimization strategies 25:24 The importance of monitoring and research in AI strategy 27:01 Reps, skills, and understanding AI mechanics 28:11 The frictionless world and skill development 29:29 Adversity, competition, and AI arms race 30:17 Consumer behavior and AI adoption 32:00 Monitoring and data-driven AI strategies 33:10 Early adoption and FOMO in AI 34:15 The pace of AI evolution and strategic patience 36:07 Local vs. global marketing in AI era 37:02 Avoiding scams and choosing AI experts 38:26 Monitoring, research, and customer insights 40:08 Prompt monitoring across sales funnels 41:33 Diverse AI platforms and media channels 43:07 Treating LLMs as ecosystems 44:13 Platform personalities and output differences 45:07 Human focus in AI marketing 45:54 PR evolution and human relationships 47:23 Fragmented media landscape and new outreach strategies 48:16 Beyond traditional media in AI-driven PR 49:01 Local and niche marketing opportunities 50:39 Balancing AI and human authenticity 51:16 Myths and misconceptions about AI and jobs 52:16 Controversial tactics in AI marketing 53:17 Monitoring and research for effective AI optimization 55:05 The importance of structured content and listicles 55:50 AI's preference for well-structured content 56:11 Questions companies should ask about AI investments 57:27 Time and budget considerations for AI strategies 58:13 When AI marketing may not be cost-effective 59:52 Where to connect with Jackson Whiteman Learn more: https://properpropaganda.net/ https://jacksonwightman.substack.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacksonwightman/ Credits: Hosted by Ryan Roghaar Produced by Ryan Roghaar Theme music: "Perfect Day" by OPM    The Eggs Podcast Spotify playlist: bit.ly/eggstunes The Plugs: The Show: eggsthepodcast.com @eggsthepodcast on X and Instagram Mike "DJ Ontic": Shows and info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠djontic.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @djontic on twitter Ryan Roghaar: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rogha.ar⁠⁠

    Eggs 475: How Generative Engine Optimization is Changing Content Marketing with Jackson Wightman

  4. Jul 9

    Eggs 474: The Difference Between Innovation and Adoption with Sam Yeruva

    Summary In this episode, Srikar (Sam) Yeruva, CEO and founder of PyCube, shares his journey through multiple startups, insights on healthcare innovation, and the strategic application of AI in business. Discover how to identify real problems, build for adoption, and navigate rapid technological change. Takeaways Healthcare digital transformationStrategic application of AIImportance of demonstration and pilot programsMarket adoption challenges in healthcareBalancing innovation speed with stability Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Sam Yeruva and His Journey 05:01 Transitioning to Healthcare: Personal Experiences and Insights 09:57 Identifying Problems in Healthcare: A Deep Dive 15:04 Innovating Solutions: The Role of Technology in Healthcare 20:23 Challenges in Healthcare: Adoption and Implementation 25:00 Building Trust: The Importance of Demonstration 30:24 Lessons Learned: Customer Engagement and Market Strategy 33:48 The Challenge of Adoption vs. Product Development 36:44 The Role of AI in Product Development 39:14 AI: From Buzzword to Essential Tool 42:38 AI Governance and Customer Expectations 49:34 Leadership Lessons from Experience 57:03 Navigating Rapid Change in Entrepreneurship Learn more: https://www.pycube.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/srikarpycube/ Credits: Hosted by Ryan Roghaar Produced by Ryan Roghaar Theme music: "Perfect Day" by OPM    The Eggs Podcast Spotify playlist: bit.ly/eggstunes The Plugs: The Show: eggsthepodcast.com @eggsthepodcast on X and Instagram Mike "DJ Ontic": Shows and info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠djontic.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @djontic on twitter Ryan Roghaar: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rogha.ar⁠⁠

    Eggs 474: The Difference Between Innovation and Adoption with Sam Yeruva

  5. Jul 2

    Eggs 473: The Long Road to Product-Market Fit with Josh Nielsen

    Summary In this episode, Josh Nielsen, founder and CEO of ZenCastr, shares the journey of building a remote podcast recording platform, lessons learned from early challenges, and insights into scaling a tech business during COVID-19. Discover how innovation, timing, and customer feedback shaped ZenCaster's evolution and its role in empowering podcasters. Takeaways Building a remote recording platform for podcastersLessons learned from early product challengesThe impact of browser technology on product developmentStrategies for scaling a tech business during COVID-19Innovations in audio and video integrationMonetization strategies for small and large podcastsThe importance of customer feedback and product-market fitHiring and leadership lessons from a founderFundraising decisions during rapid growth Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 00:30 Origin of ZenCastr 04:05 Realizing the Potential in Podcasting 06:23 Lessons Learned from Building ZenCastr 09:19 Monetization and Growth 11:38 Expanding ZenCaster's Services 12:14 Monetization Options for Small Podcasters 13:44 Building a Podcast Network for Everyone 15:13 Using Growth Algorithms to Grow Podcasts 20:48 Expansion into Show Growth and Cross-Promotion 23:21 Growing Pains and Hiring a Co-Founder 25:46 Lessons Learned and the Importance of Co-Founders 29:23 Transitioning from Developer to Business Leader 30:32 Transitioning from Solo Operation to Leading a Company 35:24 Fundraising and Making Decisions 38:14 Scaling the Business and the Need for Funding 41:35 Tech Stack and Building the Platform 48:29 Hiring and Building the Team 51:08 Transitioning from Programming to Leadership 54:08 Staying Engaged with Programming 55:04 How to Connect with Josh Learn more: https://zencastr.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshnielsen/ Credits: Hosted by Ryan Roghaar Produced by Ryan Roghaar Theme music: "Perfect Day" by OPM    The Eggs Podcast Spotify playlist: bit.ly/eggstunes The Plugs: The Show: eggsthepodcast.com @eggsthepodcast on X and Instagram Mike "DJ Ontic": Shows and info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠djontic.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @djontic on twitter Ryan Roghaar: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rogha.ar⁠⁠

    Eggs 473: The Long Road to Product-Market Fit with Josh Nielsen

  6. Jun 25

    Eggs 472: Lead Anyway with Greg Hoover

    Summary In this episode, Greg Hoover shares insights on leadership beyond titles, the importance of influence, and practical strategies for personal and organizational growth. Discover how small actions and clarity can lead to extraordinary impact in any role. Takeaways Leadership is about influence, not titles.Small consistent actions build trust and impact.Clarity and communication are critical for success.Leading anyway means staying focused despite resistance.Simplicity in processes leads to better results.Everyone can influence, regardless of role.Perfection is less important than action.Reinvention is a continuous process. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Greg Hoover 02:17 The Essence of Leadership Beyond Titles 06:19 The Importance of Clarity and Communication 12:12 Leading Anyway: A Philosophy of Action 18:08 The Balance of Influence and Authority 22:13 Navigating Leadership in Operationally Challenging Industries 32:48 Clarity and Focus in Leadership 35:11 Customer Satisfaction: The Power of Communication 37:07 The Importance of Being Undeniable 39:39 Overcoming Perfectionism in Performance 43:48 The 80-20 Rule: Taking Action 49:12 Navigating Early Career Leadership 56:32 Personal Reinvention and Identity Shift Learn more: https://www.thirdstar.net/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-l-hoover-1368243/ Credits: Hosted by Ryan Roghaar Produced by Ryan Roghaar Theme music: "Perfect Day" by OPM    The Eggs Podcast Spotify playlist: bit.ly/eggstunes The Plugs: The Show: eggsthepodcast.com @eggsthepodcast on X and Instagram Mike "DJ Ontic": Shows and info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠djontic.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @djontic on twitter Ryan Roghaar: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rogha.ar⁠⁠

    Eggs 472: Lead Anyway with Greg Hoover

  7. Jun 18

    Eggs 471: The Long Game of Health and Business with Tyler Bramlett

    Summary In this episode, Tyler Bramlett shares his transformative journey from the fitness industry to building WeShape, emphasizing the importance of inner well-being, authentic service, and long-term vision in business and life. Takeaways Tyler Bramlett's personal transformation and business pivotThe toxic culture of the fitness industry and its impact on mental healthThe importance of purpose and authenticity in entrepreneurshipBuilding a scalable, purpose-driven brand like WeShapeThe psychological aspects of health, fitness, and self-imageThe role of risk-taking and long-term vision in business growthThe significance of core values and company cultureStrategies for sustainable business success and customer trust Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Coach Tyler and His Journey 04:47 The Shift in Fitness Philosophy 07:45 Building WeShape: A New Approach to Fitness 10:53 The Impact of Diet Trends on Mental Health 13:45 Understanding the Psychological Barriers to Fitness 16:41 The Role of Insecurity in Fitness Marketing 19:48 The Importance of Inner Happiness 22:47 Taking Risks in Entrepreneurship 25:38 The Challenges of Pivoting a Successful Business 29:03 Taking Risks and Building Longevity in Business 31:50 The Importance of Authentic Relationships 35:26 Core Values and Trust in Business 40:48 The Long Game of Entrepreneurship 43:49 Scaling with Purpose and Values 51:09 The Journey of Continuous Improvement 56:47 The Power of Consistent Action Learn more: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-bramlett-250844114/ https://weshape.com/eggs Credits: Hosted by Ryan Roghaar Produced by Ryan Roghaar Theme music: "Perfect Day" by OPM    The Eggs Podcast Spotify playlist: bit.ly/eggstunes The Plugs: The Show: eggsthepodcast.com @eggsthepodcast on X and Instagram Mike "DJ Ontic": Shows and info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠djontic.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @djontic on twitter Ryan Roghaar: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rogha.ar⁠⁠

    Eggs 471: The Long Game of Health and Business with Tyler Bramlett

  8. Jun 11

    Eggs 470: Calm, Clarity, and Courage with Dominic Forth

    Summary In this episode, Dominic Forth shares his life-changing rafting experience that inspired his mission to amplify positive stories of entrepreneurs and leaders. We explore how personal stories can transform lives, the power of authentic communication, and the future of AI in storytelling. Takeaways The life-changing rafting experience that inspired Dominic ForthThe importance of authentic storytelling in mediaUsing stories to amplify positive impact and leadershipThe role of AI in future storytelling and mediaStrategies for effective media appearances and messagingThe mental frameworks for handling stress and challengesThe evolution of podcasting and video communicationThe importance of community and support in entrepreneurship Chapters 00:00 The Journey to Thought Leaders America 07:39 The Power of Storytelling and Positivity 13:44 Finding Your Voice and Sharing Your Story 19:49 Framework for Clarity and Courage in Leadership 25:55 Authenticity in Storytelling and Media Engagement 32:43 Authenticity in Communication 33:05 The Value of Trust in Media 36:30 Crafting Compelling Stories 39:22 The Importance of Visual Presentation 41:58 AI's Role in Media and Authenticity 46:28 Embracing Creativity in the Age of AI 54:14 The Human Element in a Tech-Driven World 01:02:53 The Power of Storytelling Credits: Hosted by Ryan Roghaar and Mike Smith Produced by Ryan Roghaar Theme music: "Perfect Day" by OPM    The Eggs Podcast Spotify playlist: bit.ly/eggstunes The Plugs: The Show: eggsthepodcast.com @eggsthepodcast on X and Instagram Mike "DJ Ontic": Shows and info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠djontic.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @djontic on twitter Ryan Roghaar: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rogha.ar⁠⁠

    Eggs 470: Calm, Clarity, and Courage with Dominic Forth
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Eggs is podcast that centers around creativity in all forms. From building businesses, personal projects and constructing brands to crafting music empires, finding social fame, fortune and more—we discuss whatever, whenever, with whomever in search of patterns, expertise, shared experience and knowledge. Along with our guests—usually experts in a field or subject—we drill down to uncover the steps taken and the hurdles crossed in pursuit of excellence, aiding our listeners in chasing down their own dreams and taking their "egg" from coup to table. Eggs is a show co-hosted by Mike Smith "DJ Ontic", a Seattle, WA based DJ and Ryan Roghaar owner of R2 Media Group, a full-service marketing communications agency based in Salt Lake City, UT and Barcelona, Spain.

Information

  • Creator
    Ryan Roghaar and Michael Smith
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    476
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Ryan Roghaar and Michael Smith
  • Show Website
    EGGS! The Podcast