Fireside America with Ryan Robbins

Fireside America
  • 4.8 (36)
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Updated Weekly

Pull up a chair and enter the minds of America‘s entrepreneurs with finance entrepreneur Ryan Robbins around his Point Pleasant, New Jersey backyard fire pit.

  1. 3d ago

    #127 - Jake Gergues | "The Paranoid Survive"

    Jake Gergues has a real American story.Both of his parents were immigrants from Egypt, and Jake grew up in Jersey City with 12 other people under one roof. His father and grandfather owned a laundromat, and after his parents separated, Jake spent his summers down in Stafford Township.His dad was old-school. He taught Jake toughness, grit, discipline, and the value of hard work lessons that clearly stuck with him.Today, Jake and his team own 10 locations, along with an equipment distribution business that handles leasing and service.But beyond the business success, Jake is just as genuine as the day is long. He’s the kind of guy you can sit down with and immediately feel like you’ve known him for years.This was a really good podcast, and I think you’re going to enjoy his story.

  2. Aug 20

    #126 - Brandon and Billy | Lennys Colonial Market

    Fireside America — Episode DescriptionLegacy, Grit, and the Butcher Block: Brandon & Billy Arms of Colonial Ranch Market Colonial Ranch Market has been feeding Point Pleasant Beach, NJ since 1960 — first under grandfather Lenny, then under Darren Arms, who built it into the community fixture it is today. When Darren passed away suddenly, his sons Brandon and Billy were just 25 and 26. No handoff, no warning — just a business, a town, and a decision to show up. Fifteen years later, they've kept every promise that name carries and then some: a second location in Manasquan built into a full-blown market, a brand with a real following, and a work ethic that hasn't softened a day since their father ran the counter himself. This episode is a masterclass in what it actually takes to build something meant to outlast you — not the highlight reel version, the real one. In this episode: Why "if you wake up and do the best you can do every day, you'll never fail" is the whole business planBuilding a pricing philosophy around being the cheapest guy on the street — even when they don't have to beWhat it actually takes to hire, train, and hold a work ethic in the next generationRunning a family business on "often imitated, never duplicated" recipes and zero written-down systemsTurning an obsession with Yelp reviews into a full marketing engine — and how "Howdy Ho" became a brandWhy collaboration, not competition, is what's grown Manasquan's Main StreetThe new custom Colonial Ranch app, and what's next for the brandThis one's for anyone building a business they hope to hand down — and anyone who's had to learn the hard way that showing up is the strategy.

  3. Aug 6

    #125 - Ryan Curran | Betting on Yourself When You've Got Nothing Left to Lose

    Fireside America branded description On this episode of Fireside America, we sit down with Ryan Curran, a New Jersey land broker who's closed deals as big as $130 million with Rockefeller and Mitsubishi. Ryan breaks down how he spotted Amazon's next warehouse site before anyone else, how he built relationships that turned into eight- and nine-figure deals, and what most people get wrong about industrial real estate, farmland value, and building wealth through land. We dig into deal structure, reading the market before it moves, and the strategy behind some of the biggest warehouse and data center developments in the state. This is Fireside America. Family. Country. Financial Freedom

  4. Jul 30

    #124 - Alex Donofrio | An Unconventional way of life that led to financial freedom

    FIREISIDE is back. 🎙️ We’re bringing you real stories from people who found freedom by building businesses on their own terms. No overnight success. No fake gurus. Just honest conversations about what it really takes. We’re also looking to spotlight business owners who are still in the fight and chasing their own version of freedom. If that’s you, reach out. 🎙️ Episode 124 | Season 6 features @alex_donofrio. Alex took an unconventional path to business ownership, and his story proves there isn’t just one roadmap to success. This conversation was packed with lessons on betting on yourself, taking calculated risks, and building a life that aligns with your values. Go give Alex a follow, check out the episode, and let us know what resonates most.

  5. 10/19/2025

    The Raw Truth About Business, Politics, Charlie Kirk & Building in America | Fireside America Ep. 001

    Two generations of business leaders talk faith, fear, and what it takes to rebuild America.In this rebrand debut episode of Fireside America, host Ryan Robbins and co-host Mark Montenero— CEO of AutoLand in Springfield, NJ — sit down for an unfiltered, old-school-meets-new-school conversation about entrepreneurship, faith, leadership, risk, and the values that built America.Ryan and Mark dive deep into the mindset behind growth — from sales to service, fear to faith, and business to community. They tackle tough topics: why America’s gone soft, how politics are dividing families, why mentorship matters more than management, and why tough love leadership is the cure this country needs.From personal stories about failure and risk to Mark’s decades of experience leading over 270 employees, this episode brings raw insight into what it takes to build something that lasts — not just in business, but in life.If you’re an entrepreneur, a salesperson, or just someone trying to level up and give back — this one’s for you.⏱ Timestamps:00:00:00 — Welcome to Fireside America00:03:29 — How Ryan and Mark met and decided to launch the show00:06:38 — What leadership really means in 202500:09:45 — “People know when you give a sh*t” — authenticity in sales00:17:13 — Politics, business, and the state of American conversation00:19:19 — Are families being torn apart by politics?00:20:00 — Faith, common sense, and believing in the “big guy upstairs”00:26:19 — Why young people need to fail — and how to handle rejection00:27:44 — The 20% rule — and why hard work always wins00:32:04 — How to reflect, pivot, and level up after failure00:33:00 — Supporting local businesses and community growth00:50:00 — The debate: Tough love vs. empathy in leadership01:00:05 — Fear, anxiety, and how to find purpose through struggle01:03:41 — Faith, giving back, and leading with heart01:06:01 — Open dialogue, cancel culture, and free speech in America01:09:57 — Old-school marketing vs. new-school media01:12:39 — The future of Fireside America🤝 Connect:Ryan Robbins: https://www.instagram.com/ryandrobbins/Mark Montanaro: https://www.instagram.com/monte_1980/Fireside America: https://www.instagram.com/firesideamerica/AutoLand: https://www.1800autoland.comPatriot Payments: https://patriotspayments.com/🔖 Tags:#FiresideAmerica #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #Faith #Politics #Mentorship #AmericanDream #Freedom #SmallBusiness #Philanthropy #WorkEthic #Community #ToughLove #BusinessPodcast #Sales #RyanRobbins #MarkMontanaro

    The Raw Truth About Business, Politics, Charlie Kirk & Building in America | Fireside America Ep. 001

  6. 07/10/2025

    The Doctor Who Left It All and Came Back Stronger | Dr. Joe Marchitelli | 123

    In this powerful episode of Fireside America, we sit down with Dr. Joe Martelli, the founder of Revive Chiropractic in Point Pleasant, NJ — a man who walked away from healthcare, pivoted to solar sales, and then returned to his true calling after a traumatic birth injury changed the course of his family’s life.Joe opens up about leaving a successful sports medicine practice to focus on fatherhood, and how witnessing his son’s recovery inspired him to create a new kind of chiropractic care. He shares the raw truth about starting over, dealing with financial risk, and launching a practice that now serves kids, pregnant women, and families through a groundbreaking unlimited membership model, no insurance needed.From pediatric neurology to small business marketing, trauma healing to community building — this conversation is a masterclass in entrepreneurship, parenting, and purpose-driven leadership.Whether you’re a chiropractor, parent, or builder of any kind — this episode will hit you where it matters most.Timestamps:1. 00:05:16 — Why did he name it “Revive”?2. 00:07:39 — Why would a doctor walk away from his career for solar sales?3. 00:08:45 — How did becoming a dad change everything for Joe?4. 00:13:01 — What childhood trauma drove him to build a better future?5. 00:33:36 — What really happened to his son at birth?6. 00:36:12 — What did his wife say that launched the entire business?7. 01:01:13 — What’s the “Cairo Club” — and how can you get unlimited care?8. 00:44:01 — What marketing moves actually work for a local business?9. 00:51:55 — Why is social media a non-negotiable for young entrepreneurs?10. 01:04:02 — What’s next for Revive and the Martelli family mission?Socials:Ryan : https://www.instagram.com/ryandrobbins/Dr. Joe: https://www.instagram.com/revivehealthandwellnessnj/Revive Website: https://revivehealthandwellnessnj.com#america #smallbusiness #chiropractic

  7. 06/28/2025

    J6: The Day Patriots Were Painted as Criminals | Scott Fairland | FAP 122

    They called it an insurrection. We call it a stand for liberty.In this raw and powerful episode, Scott shares his emotional, unfiltered story—from solitary confinement to saving lives at the Capitol. What really happened on January 6th? Was it chaos, or was it a patriotic stand against lies, lockdowns, and lost liberties?This isn’t about violence. This is about standing for what’s right when the government silences its own. This is about being American.✅ Fighting for the Constitution✅ Standing up against lockdown tyranny✅ Exposing media lies and political corruption✅ Real stories the mainstream won’t tellIf you believe in truth, justice, and freedom—this is a story you need to hear.⏱️ Timestamp Breakdown:[00:00–01:00]Scott recounts solitary confinement and imprisonment alongside violent criminals for his role on January 6th.[01:54–02:26]Host frames Scott’s story as one of strength and resilience—not just about Jan 6, but a life of fighting through adversity.[05:48–06:28]Scott explains how the rally began with love and unity—people demanding truth after a suspicious election.[07:37–08:40]Gym shutdowns vs. liquor stores staying open—Scott’s early protest against lockdown hypocrisy.[09:12–09:43]Host calls him a patriot—highlighting love for country and frustration with government overreach.[14:13–15:25]Shadowbanning, censorship, and the battle for truth: “We’re still being silenced.”[19:01–20:22]The truth behind the obstruction charges—how outdated laws were twisted to prosecute patriots.[26:04–27:23]Brainwashing, propaganda, and being a free thinker in a media-controlled society.[31:19–32:05]Scott says he saved Capitol officers from Antifa attackers—backed by unseen video.[35:10–36:46]Tear gas, flashbangs, and being shot 30 times while trying to protect unarmed protestors.[39:10–40:30]Describes witnessing a superior officer brutalizing civilians—considers using force to stop it.[42:18–43:07]Picks up a baton while handing out water—FBI edits this moment into a violent altercation.[49:25–50:28]Scott reflects on being inside the Capitol for just 8 minutes—and why he regrets going in.[56:00–57:06]Calls the death of Ashli Babbitt an “execution” and questions media silence on it.[01:00:04–01:01:24]Trump was hunted in term one—now he’s the hunter. Why accountability matters.[01:02:16–01:03:09]Why Trump still earns his loyalty: “He gave up everything for the love of his country.”

    J6: The Day Patriots Were Painted as Criminals | Scott Fairland | FAP 122

  8. 06/19/2025

    Flipping a Blue City Red: Steve Orosco Exposes Corruption, Fentanyl & Failing Politics : 121

    Former MMA fighter turned political disruptor Steve Orosco joins the show to talk flipping blue cities, taking on corrupt mayors, defunding the police fallout, Trump vs Biden 2024, sanctuary city chaos, and how fighting in Australia prepped him for the campaign trail & More • 💥 Running for Mayor of New Haven as a Republican in a Democrat stronghold • 🧠 Why wrestling creates winners (and woke culture doesn’t) • 🥊 Fighting pro MMA, losing in Australia, and the ego that cost him a KO • 🧼 Cleaning up cities filled with fentanyl, crime, and lazy public servants • 🛑 The dark side of unions, fake empathy, and empty policies • ⚖️ Black America before vs. after the Civil Rights Movement • 🇺🇸 Why sanctuary cities are destroying the country from the inside • 💡 The truth about voter turnout, school funding lies & how rigged the system really is • 🏆 His mission to become the first to flip a blue city red—and spark a national fire • 🧩 Connecting faith, fight culture, and political grit • 🔥 Why most politicians are soft—and what it’ll take to rebuild AmericaTimestamps00:00 – Who is Steve Orosco, and how did HasMedia bring him to Fireside?01:34 – What drives a man to fast every day and eat just one meal?02:18 – How did a stock market game in high school change Steve’s entire life?03:45 – What was it really like working on Wall Street—and why did he walk away?05:00 – Why does Steve believe every kid should wrestle (and liberals should’ve too)?07:49 – Are participation trophies quietly destroying American grit?09:45 – What makes wrestling the most brutally honest teacher of failure?11:00 – How did Steve’s mom go from struggling single parent to Yale graduate?14:37 – Why did Steve leave California after building a life there?16:00 – What’s the one feeling Steve says you can’t replicate outside the cage?19:12 – How did ego cost him his last pro fight in Australia?22:50 – What inspired Steve to start a black-tie MMA event—and did it work?27:50 – How did he get Mel Gibson, Steven Seagal, and ESPN to show up?30:00 – What really goes wrong behind the scenes of a luxury fight night?33:12 – Why do most influencers make terrible business partners?35:00 – How did a random gym collab turn into a 250,000 sq ft sportsplex project?39:46 – Why is Steve running for mayor of New Haven—and what’s at stake?42:30 – What’s broken in the public school system, and who’s really to blame?45:25 – How are open borders, fentanyl, and local crime all connected?50:00 – Is New Haven being neglected on purpose? Steve says yes.52:25 – Why empathy can be toxic—and what tough love really looks like in politics55:10 – What’s Steve’s boldest take on the Civil Rights Movement and black America?59:00 – Why does he believe school choice could flip cities like New Haven?1:04:35 – How does he plan to become the first to flip a blue city red?Fireside America is built for disruptors. Every episode we turn around to help the next man or woman in line. Real stories. Real action. No fluff.🎙️ Hosted by Ryan Robbins📍 Filmed at the largest outdoor podcast set in America🔗 Watch | Listen | Subscribe📲 Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/ryandrobbins/#SteveOrosco #NewHavenMayor #FiresideAmerica #WrestlingMindset #FentanylCrisis #Trump2024 #EndWokePolitics #FlipBlueCitiesRed #CombatSports #PublicSectorFraud #SanctuaryCityTruths #StopTheRot #AmericaFirst

See All (123)

4.8
out of 5
36 Ratings

About

Pull up a chair and enter the minds of America‘s entrepreneurs with finance entrepreneur Ryan Robbins around his Point Pleasant, New Jersey backyard fire pit.

Information

You Might Also Like