Risk Raiders

Brent Borgstedte/Jeff Shropshire
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Risk Raiders is a comedic hangout podcast hosted by two Red Raiders, Jeff Shropshire and Brent Borgstedte, who took two different paths out of Lubbock. We didn't overlap at Texas Tech — we met a few years after graduation and have been friends ever since. Every week, we get on the mic to talk about Hot Takes, Wild Stories, Real Risks, and the kind of decisions that make you say "you did WHAT?" Sometimes we sit down with someone interesting and let them walk us through how they got where they are — and the risks they took along the way. Our guests come from everywhere. You'll be surprised who you end up learning from. Somewhere between the laughs and the arguments, you'll pick up a few risk management lessons without even knowing it. New shows typically post at 8am every Tuesday.

  1. 2d ago

    Your Hearing Is Fine. Your Family Disagrees.

    Your hearing is fine. Your spouse just mumbles. The restaurant is too loud. And everybody needs to quit talking from the other room. Sound familiar? Dr. Arica Black of The Hearing Doctor joins Jeff Shropshire and Brent Borgstedte for a funny, honest conversation about hearing loss—and the excuses we make before getting it checked. Brent shares how missing conversations affected his client meetings, why he finally embraced hearing aids, and why he won’t shut up about custom earplugs. Dr. Black discusses what families notice first, how hearing difficulties can be mistaken for personality traits, and what getting evaluated actually involves. Jeff shares his dad’s experience with hearing care—and decides it’s time to stop talking about being proactive and book his own appointment. We also discuss: Hearing aids, vanity, and changing technologyWhy follow-up adjustments matterEarbuds, hunting, and loud sporting eventsHearing, cognitive health, and quality of lifeThe value of establishing a hearing baselineIf your family has been encouraging you to get checked, this episode might sound familiar. If you’re the family member doing the encouraging, send it with love—not during an argument. Connect with Dr. Arica Black and The Hearing Doctor: https://myhearingdoc.com/ Risk Raiders visit us at https://www.youtube.com/@RiskRaidersLLC Subscribe for more honest conversations, useful takeaways, and questionable behavior from two guys who should know better. Timestamps 00:00 Meet Dr. Arica Black 01:22 “My Wife Made Me” 03:08 Hearing Aids & Excuses 05:13 Hearing Loss at Work 07:06 Getting a Baseline Test 11:43 Earbuds, Hunting & Loud Stadiums 15:44 Missed Words, Misunderstood People 19:25 Hearing & Brain Health 22:16 Jeff’s Family Story 25:39 Getting Checked & Finding Dr. Black Disclaimer This episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Guest opinions and personal experiences are not individualized medical recommendations or guarantees of results. Discussion of hearing loss and cognitive health should not be interpreted to mean hearing aids prevent or cure dementia. Treatment outcomes and insurance coverage vary. Consult a qualified healthcare professional and verify benefits with your insurer. Do not replicate demonstrations or use another person’s prescribed hearing devices. Risk Raiders does not endorse a specific treatment or guarantee any provider’s services. © 2026 Risk Raiders LLC. All rights reserved. Share by linking to or embedding the original video. Reposting or reproducing the content requires permission. #RiskRaiders #HearingLoss #HearingHealth #HearingAids #DrAricaBlack #HearingProtection #Audiology

  2. Oct 25

    Don’t Lose Your Friends Over Politics

    Can you disagree about politics and still be friends? Jeff Shropshire and Brent Borgstedte think a friendship deserves more than being reduced to a vote. In this episode of Risk Raiders, Jeff shares a story about a close friend of nearly 30 years whose political views often differed from his own—and why their friendship mattered more. Jeff and Brent also tackle heated Facebook posts, voting without carrying the argument everywhere, and finding common ground beyond politics. There’s a little “cussing and discussing,” a suggestion to take your next rant into the backyard, and one simple reminder: keep your friends. They’re hard to get. No candidate endorsements. No party scorekeeping. Just a candid conversation about political differences, friendship, and turning down the temperature. What helps you stay friends with someone whose politics differ from yours? Share what works—not who you voted for. Subscribe to Risk Raiders for candid conversations, real-life risks, and a little humor along the way. #RiskRaiders #Friendship #PoliticalDifferences

  3. Oct 18

    Runaway Pumpkins, Angry Squirrels & a $200,000 Bad Idea | Risk Raiders

    A runaway pumpkin. An escaped iguana. A squirrel with absolutely no respect for personal space. And a hundred-pound lifting test at the center of a $200,000 settlement. Just another day at Risk Raiders. Jeff Shropshire and Brent Borgstedte break down bizarre public reports, questionable decisions, and the everyday risks hiding behind the punch lines. From Halloween decorations going mobile to Jeff’s very personal squirrel encounter, this episode takes the scenic route to some real-world lessons. On the business side, the guys discuss a Fort Worth dealership fire, planning for that middle-of-the-night phone call, choosing who talks to the media, and why Brent likes cameras at home and at the office. Then: an employment discrimination settlement raises a question—does that job requirement actually match the job? Plus, a little Texas Tech football and a friendly reminder: tie down your pumpkin. CHAPTERS 00:00 Jeff vs. the squirrel: a preview 00:27 Welcome to Risk Raiders 02:08 Runaway pumpkins & Halloween decoration overload 05:31 My lizard got out: the Kansas iguana rescue 08:24 The full squirrel ambush story 10:12 Dealership fire & business crisis planning 12:26 Cameras at home and at work 13:05 A hundred-pound test & a $200,000 settlement 15:18 Texas Tech, homecoming & the pumpkin reminder Subscribe or follow Risk Raiders for more real-world risk, ridiculous situations, and conversations that don’t sound like an insurance seminar. Risk Raiders visit us at https://www.youtube.com/@RiskRaidersLLC ⚠️ Disclaimer:   Risk Raiders is an independent podcast and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Texas Tech University. Risk Raiders is a separate media business and does not speak on behalf of any insurance agency, insurance carrier, or employer associated with its hosts. Views expressed are those of the hosts alone.   This show is produced for entertainment, general education, and industry perspective only. Nothing on this show should be considered insurance, legal, tax, financial, or professional advice. Insurance coverage depends on the specific terms, conditions, and exclusions of your policy. Always consult a licensed insurance professional, attorney, or other qualified advisor about your specific situation.   Stories, claims, and events discussed on the show are based on publicly available news reports, court records, and government announcements as of the recording date. This information may be incomplete or change over time, and the hosts do not have all the facts of any event. Stories are discussed as general examples of everyday risk. Risk Raiders makes no claims of fault, liability, or wrongdoing by any person or business. References to legal matters describe allegations or announced resolutions, and settlements do not necessarily mean any party admitted wrongdoing. Names of private individuals are intentionally left out.   All products, services, brands, or businesses mentioned on the show are for entertainment and conversational purposes only. A mention does not imply endorsement, recommendation, or sponsorship, by us of them or by them of us. Paid sponsorships and partnerships will always be clearly disclosed.   © 2026 Risk Raiders LLC. You’re welcome to share this episode by linking to or embedding the original video. Downloading, re‑uploading, or editing this content without written permission is prohibited.  #RiskRaiders #RiskManagement #Halloween

  4. Oct 11

    One Week in Texas: Falling Buildings, Flying Trailers and a $500K Oops

    One week. Four Texas cities. Falling buildings, flying trailers and a $500K oops. Falling buildings: A woman takes a sick friend to the ER, hears a rumble, and walks out to find part of the building on her car. Then she can't get anyone to call her back. Flying trailers: A truck hauling an excavator picks a fight with a Lubbock bridge and loses. Jeff and Brent get into what happens when your load is too tall, why a disconnected trailer becomes a highway missile, and why one Hangover giraffe flashback was unavoidable. The $500K oops: A company tells a woman applying for a warehouse job "we only hire men," and the EEOC settlement that follows costs half a million dollars. Along the way: who should pay when someone else's property wrecks your car, why you call your agent before the 800 number, and why every growing business needs Employment Practices Liability coverage before one bad comment gets expensive. Got a crazy claim story from your week? Drop it in the comments, but leave out names. It's about the risk, not the people. Subscribe for new episodes every week. Guns up. CHAPTERS 00:00 One week in Texas 00:13 The legal department ruins the show 03:11 Falling buildings: The ER drops a piece on her car 12:40 Flying trailers: Excavator vs. I-27 bridge 18:08 The $500K oops: "We only hire men" 28:53 Wrap-up ⚠️ Disclaimer:   Risk Raiders is an independent podcast and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Texas Tech University. Risk Raiders is a separate media business and does not speak on behalf of any insurance agency, insurance carrier, or employer associated with its hosts. Views expressed are those of the hosts alone.   This show is produced for entertainment, general education, and industry perspective only. Nothing on this show should be considered insurance, legal, tax, financial, or professional advice. Insurance coverage depends on the specific terms, conditions, and exclusions of your policy. Always consult a licensed insurance professional, attorney, or other qualified advisor about your specific situation.   Stories, claims, and events discussed on the show are based on publicly available news reports, court records, and government announcements as of the recording date. This information may be incomplete or change over time, and the hosts do not have all the facts of any event. Stories are discussed as general examples of everyday risk. Risk Raiders makes no claims of fault, liability, or wrongdoing by any person or business. References to legal matters describe allegations or announced resolutions, and settlements do not necessarily mean any party admitted wrongdoing. Names of private individuals are intentionally left out.   All products, services, brands, or businesses mentioned on the show are for entertainment and conversational purposes only. A mention does not imply endorsement, recommendation, or sponsorship, by us of them or by them of us. Paid sponsorships and partnerships will always be clearly disclosed.   © 2026 Risk Raiders LLC. You’re welcome to share this episode by linking to or embedding the original video. Downloading, re‑uploading, or editing this content without written permission is prohibited.  #RiskRaiders #OneWeekInTexas #InsurancePodcast #TexasNews #ComedyPodcast #Lubbock #Houston #EPLI #SmallBusiness #CarInsurance

  5. Oct 4

    What the Flock Are We Paying For?

    Texas drivers may be paying for Flock cameras through charges on their auto insurance policies—and most of us probably never gave that fee a second thought. In this episode of Risk Raiders, Jeff Shropshire and Brent Borgstedte quit flocking around long enough to talk about Flock Safety cameras, Texas auto-policy fees, public safety, privacy, data sharing, and where the line ought to be drawn. Nobody is arguing against catching violent criminals, stopping human trafficking, or helping law enforcement find dangerous people. But when cameras can identify license plates, vehicle details, travel patterns, and potentially connect data across agencies, it is fair for Texans to ask a few questions: What exactly are these cameras being used for?Who has access to the data?How long is it kept?Is the technology being used beyond its original intent?If auto-policy holders help fund it, should they know more about it?We also get into the growing concern around AI, altered images, false identification, and the need for real safeguards before technology gets too far ahead of common sense. This is not an anti-law-enforcement conversation. It is a pro-common-sense, pro-transparency, and pro-“maybe we should know what the flock we are paying for” conversation. Leave a civil comment and tell us where you draw the line. Timestamps 00:00 – Welcome: What the Flock Are We Paying For? 02:39 – Flock Cameras Are Expanding in Texas 03:23 – Catching Bad Guys: The Case for Cameras 05:13 – Privacy, Surveillance, and Data Sharing 10:39 – The Auto-Insurance Fee You May Not Know About 14:34 – AI, Accountability, and Final Thoughts #RiskRaiders #FlockCameras #TexasInsurance #Privacy #PublicSafety #AutoInsurance #Texas #DataPrivacy #Surveillance #Insurance ⚠️ Disclaimer:   Risk Raiders is an independent podcast and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Texas Tech University. All products, services, brands, or businesses mentioned on the show are for entertainment and conversational purposes only. A mention does not imply endorsement, recommendation, or sponsorship — by us of them, or by them of us. Paid sponsorships and partnerships will always be clearly disclosed. Finally, this show is entertainment and industry perspective only, nothing on this show should be considered insurance, legal, financial, or professional advice. Always consult a licensed professional for guidance on your specific situation.   © 2026 Risk Raiders LLC. You’re welcome to share this episode by linking to or embedding the original video. Downloading, re‑uploading, or editing this content without written permission is prohibited.

  6. Sep 27

    Texas Tech: 4-0 With Room to Grow | Big Game Review

    Texas Tech is 4-0, and Jeff and Brent see plenty to celebrate and plenty of room to grow. The Red Raiders take care of Sam Houston, but the slow start and turnovers made this one feel a lot less comfortable than the scoreboard suggested. On this Risk Raiders Big Game Review, we’re talking defensive fireworks, why Cameron Dickey needs the football, and what it’ll take for the Red Raiders to put together four complete quarters. Plus: two pick-sixes that would have Jeff retiring on the spot, a golf ball that nearly interrupts his entire season, and a Colorado preview with a suspicious aroma. Two fans. Strong opinions. Absolutely no coaching offers pending. What’s your biggest takeaway from the win, and what do you want to see against Colorado? Share your thoughts, and tune in to our Risk Raiders YouTube channel to watch the Big Game Review and catch our regular show for more laughs and conversations about the risks of everyday life. Subscribe to the channel, follow the podcast, and keep your guns up! #TexasTech #WreckEm #TexasTechFootball #BigGameReview #RiskRaiders #Big12Football #GunsUp #CollegeFootball ⚠️ Disclaimer:   Risk Raiders is an independent podcast and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Texas Tech University. All products, services, brands, or businesses mentioned on the show are for entertainment and conversational purposes only. A mention does not imply endorsement, recommendation, or sponsorship — by us of them, or by them of us. Paid sponsorships and partnerships will always be clearly disclosed. Finally, this show is entertainment and industry perspective only, nothing on this show should be considered insurance, legal, financial, or professional advice. Always consult a licensed professional for guidance on your specific situation.   © 2026 Risk Raiders LLC. You’re welcome to share this episode by linking to or embedding the original video. Downloading, re‑uploading, or editing this content without written permission is prohibited.  “Risk Raiders is an independent production and is not sponsored by, endorsed by, or officially affiliated with Texas Tech University or any of its colleges, departments, or programs. Any references to Texas Tech University are for identification and discussion purposes only.”

    Texas Tech: 4-0 With Room to Grow | Big Game Review

  7. Sep 27

    Hard Conversations, Stronger Families

    Every family has a conversation it would rather avoid. It may be about money, parenting, a job loss, aging parents, stress, co-parenting, or a relationship that feels strained. But as Judge Sonya Heath shares in this episode of Risk Raiders, avoiding the conversation does not make the issue disappear. Often, it makes the problem harder to solve later. Judge Heath of Harris County’s 310th Family District Court joins Jeff Shropshire and Brent Borgstedte for a candid conversation about communication, children, co-parenting, family stress, and the practical choices that can help families build stronger habits before a manageable issue grows into something much harder. This is not a conversation about blame. It is not a discussion of anyone’s individual case. It is a reminder that healthier families often begin with honest communication, respect, and a willingness to get help when a difficult conversation cannot be handled alone. In this episode: • Why family court handles much more than divorce • The hard conversations families often avoid • Why addressing problems early can make a difference • How parents can keep children out of adult conflict • Why children should never be used as messengers • How criticism of one parent can affect a child • Why a difficult spouse is not automatically a bad parent • The emotional and financial cost of unresolved conflict • When counseling, mediation, trusted support, or other help may be useful • One family risk-management step listeners can take this week Judge Heath’s central message: Have the conversations you have been avoiding. Guest: Judge Sonya Heath, Harris County 310th Family District Court Hosts: Jeff Shropshire and Brent Borgstedte Show: Risk Raiders This episode is for general education and conversation only. It is not legal advice. Every family situation is different. If you have a specific legal question, an active court matter, an immediate safety concern, or a concern involving abuse or violence, seek qualified local help. Subscribe to Risk Raiders for real conversations about risk, business, life, and the decisions that matter before they become bigger problems. #RiskRaiders #StrongerFamilies #CommunicationMatters #RiskRaiders #StrongerFamilies #CommunicationMatters ⚠️ Disclaimer:   Risk Raiders is an independent podcast and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Texas Tech University. All products, services, brands, or businesses mentioned on the show are for entertainment and conversational purposes only. A mention does not imply endorsement, recommendation, or sponsorship — by us of them, or by them of us. Paid sponsorships and partnerships will always be clearly disclosed. Finally, this show is entertainment and industry perspective only, nothing on this show should be considered insurance, legal, financial, or professional advice. Always consult a licensed professional for guidance on your specific situation.    © 2026 Risk Raiders LLC. You’re welcome to share this episode by linking to or embedding the original video. Downloading, re‑uploading, or editing this content without written permission is prohibited.

  8. Sep 20

    "You Think That's Your Problem. It's Not."

    Every business owner thinks they know what's wrong with their business. Most of them are wrong. That's the message Carey Wallace and Lindsay Sexton — the mother-daughter team behind Agency Focus — deliver over and over again to owners who invite them in to "look at one thing" and end up staring at five bigger things they never saw coming. This week, they sit down with two insurance gurus (that'd be us) to share what they actually see inside hundreds of family businesses: perpetuation, valuation, the messy family stuff nobody wants to talk about, and what happens when AI starts telling everyone exactly what they want to hear. Also covered: • The consultant who told Jeff he had a 5% chance of surviving as a third-generation owner (jury's still out) • Why "buy low, sell high" falls apart when it's YOUR business • The Texas dad who wished he'd been kinder to his own father • The $50 million real estate deal ChatGPT killed • Why you probably shouldn't write your own will • The one number about to matter more than EBITDA • Advisors, not processors — the AI shift every agency is missing Whether you run an insurance agency, a family business, or any company with employees and something worth protecting — grab a coffee. This one gets real. GUESTS Carey Wallace & Lindsay Sexton — Agency Focus Business Refocus Podcast → https://agencyfocus.net or on Youtube- https://www.youtube.com/@agencyfocus CHAPTERS 00:00 A moment for 9/11 00:35 Meet Carey & Lindsay 02:06 "5% chance you make it" 02:40 The mother-daughter origin story 07:30 Everybody has a story worth hearing 08:24 "You think that's your problem. It's not." 13:04 When the business IS the brand 14:10 The daughter who takes notes at mom's speeches 16:22 "I wasn't kind to my dad" 18:00 The identity crisis nobody warns you about 19:07 The mastermind for owners letting go 21:52 Start planning 5 years out. Maybe 10. 26:46 Buy low, sell high (except with your own business) 28:40 The AI question every agent is afraid to ask 31:27 Advisors, not processors 34:06 The $50 million ChatGPT mistake 35:21 Don't write your own will 37:44 Know your numbers. Build your community. 39:02 Where to find Carey & Lindsay ABOUT RISK RAIDERS Two guys. Too many opinions about risk. Occasional wisdom. New episodes every Sunday. ⚠️ Disclaimer:   Risk Raiders is an independent podcast and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Texas Tech University. All products, services, brands, or businesses mentioned on the show are for entertainment and conversational purposes only. A mention does not imply endorsement, recommendation, or sponsorship — by us of them, or by them of us. Paid sponsorships and partnerships will always be clearly disclosed. Finally, this show is entertainment and industry perspective only, nothing on this show should be considered insurance, legal, financial, or professional advice. Always consult a licensed professional for guidance on your specific situation.    © 2026 Risk Raiders LLC. You’re welcome to share this episode by linking to or embedding the original video. Downloading, re‑uploading, or editing this content without written permission is prohibited.  #RiskRaiders #FamilyBusiness #AIinBusiness #Perpetuation #InsuranceAgency #SuccessionPlanning #BusinessPodcast #SmallBusiness #ChatGPT #FractionalCFO

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Risk Raiders is a comedic hangout podcast hosted by two Red Raiders, Jeff Shropshire and Brent Borgstedte, who took two different paths out of Lubbock. We didn't overlap at Texas Tech — we met a few years after graduation and have been friends ever since. Every week, we get on the mic to talk about Hot Takes, Wild Stories, Real Risks, and the kind of decisions that make you say "you did WHAT?" Sometimes we sit down with someone interesting and let them walk us through how they got where they are — and the risks they took along the way. Our guests come from everywhere. You'll be surprised who you end up learning from. Somewhere between the laughs and the arguments, you'll pick up a few risk management lessons without even knowing it. New shows typically post at 8am every Tuesday.

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  • Creator
    Brent Borgstedte/Jeff Shropshire
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    78
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Brent Borgstedte/Jeff Shropshire
  • Show Website
    Risk Raiders