302 episodes

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.

EGGS - The podcast EGGS the Podcast, Ryan Roghaar, Mike Smith

    • Business
    • 4.9 • 19 Ratings

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.

    Eggs 302: Launching your startup the right way with Karthik Suresh

    Eggs 302: Launching your startup the right way with Karthik Suresh

    Welcome to Eggs! the Podcast, where we bring you the best and brightest minds in business, tech, and beyond. Our guest today is Karthik Suresh, co-founder of Ignition, a go-to-market platform that has helped hundreds of startups launch and scale successful products.

    Karthik has over a decade of experience in product management and entrepreneurship and has worked with companies ranging from early-stage startups to the Fortune 500. He's also a frequent speaker and writer on topics related to product management, and has been featured in publications like Forbes, TechCrunch, and The Wall Street Journal.

    In today's episode, we'll be diving deep into the world of product management and startup growth. From securing venture funding to navigating the latest trends in tech, Karthik has seen it all and is ready to share his insights with us.

    Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a weathered professional, there is always something new to learn so now, join us in learning from the best in the business. Please join us in welcoming to the show, Karthik Suresh.

    • 52 min
    Eggs 301: Building a 7-figure business leveraging AirBNB arbitrage with Jorge Contreras

    Eggs 301: Building a 7-figure business leveraging AirBNB arbitrage with Jorge Contreras

    Hey everyone, and welcome back to Eggs! Today’s special guest is real estate investor and AirBNB coach Jorge Contreras.

    Jorge is a real estate investor and Airbnb expert passionate about helping people create time, financial and geographical freedom through investing. His track record of success is undeniable, having retired at 29, achieving millionaire status at 30, and now earns 7 figures from his vacation rental business.

    Jorge joins us today to talk about what it takes to get started with Airbnb arbitrage, how you can automate your vacation rental business, how to price your properties, and so much more. Please join us in welcoming to the show, Jorge Contreras.

    • 49 min
    Eggs 300: Raising venture capital the right way with Jason Kirby

    Eggs 300: Raising venture capital the right way with Jason Kirby

    Woot woot! Episode 300!!!!

    Hey everyone, and welcome back to Eggs! Today’s special guest is Jason Kirby. Jason is the co-founder and CEO at Thunder.vc, a digital broker democratizing access to capital for venture-backable startups.

    As a serial entrepreneur, Jason is and has been the executive leader of four different startups that have been acquired or sold and have raised more than a combined $40 million dollars. This experience and his acquired knowledge uniquely qualify him for his present role at Thunder.vc.

    You see, Jason is passionate about serving founders and capital allocators. He has been exposed to what it takes to build a company from the inside out, taking a strong vision and packaging it up for success. From creative services, education, HRtech, gaming, cloud infrastructure, and beyond, he has a proven track record that shows that his systems and strategies designed to get your business funded are industry agnostic.

    Joining us today for a conversation covering topics like fundraising from angels and VCs, joining an existing startup as an executive, why and when you should or shouldn't raise capital, and more plucked from his experience scaling, building, and exiting businesses, please join us in welcoming to the show, CEO and Founder at Thunder.vc Jason Kirby.

    • 1 hr 2 min
    Eggs 299: Uncovering hidden profit in your business with Chris Hervichon

    Eggs 299: Uncovering hidden profit in your business with Chris Hervichon

    Hey guys, welcome back to Eggs! Today's special guest is Chris Hervochon.

    Chris is the sole proprietor of his own CPA firm, which provides outsourced accounting and tax preparation services primarily for marketing and creative agencies.

    Before founding his firm, Chris spent ten years working in forensic accounting and corporate accounting and finance. He has been featured in numerous publications, including Journal of Accountancy, South Carolina CPA Report, AICPA Certificates Wall of Fame, Accounting Today, AMEX Open Forum, LendingTree, CMSWire, CEO Blog Nation, and WinSavvy, as well as a number of podcasts, for his industry-specific knowledge and accounting expertise. In 2018, Chris was one of only 41 CPAs honored by the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) as a member of the Leadership Academy’s tenth graduating class. He was selected based on his exceptional leadership skills and professional experience for the four-day Leadership Academy program, which he graduated from in October 2018. In 2019, he was selected as one of CPA Practice Advisor's 40 Under 40.

    When he is not helping clients build and grow their companies and agencies, Chris enjoys spending time with his wife and three young kids, playing golf, obsessing over efficient workflows, listening to Metallica, and rooting for his beloved Philadelphia Eagles. Every April, you can find him on the 18th hole of Harbour Town Golf Links volunteering as a Marshall at the PGA Tour's RBC Heritage event.

    • 43 min
    Eggs 298: Using comedy to grow your business with consultant Chris Tabish

    Eggs 298: Using comedy to grow your business with consultant Chris Tabish

    Welcome back to another episode of Eggs Classics! This week's episode features special guest Chris Tabish. Chris is a Silicon Vally business professional, stand-up comedian, and the author of the book "Comediology" which is all about how to be more effective and fulfilled in business by using comedy.

    We had an awesome conversation about life, relationships, business, comedy and so much more. You're going to want to take a listen—and take notes! Rate, like, share and subscribe to Eggs anywhere great podcasts are found.

    • 1 hr
    Eggs 297: From the bottom to the top in a male dominated industry with Myoshia Boykin-Anderson

    Eggs 297: From the bottom to the top in a male dominated industry with Myoshia Boykin-Anderson

    This week on Eggs Classics, we have special guest, founder, and CEO of AndTech Solutions, Myoshia Boykin-Anderson. Myoshia truly represents the “American Dream.” A native Houstonian and a proud graduate of Jack Yates Senior High School, Myoshia saw some of life’s most difficult times, but she didn’t let that stop her from striving for a better future. In November 1998, with no savings and no college degree, Myoshia got her first taste of entrepreneurship by starting her first company.

    Over the past 11 years under Myoshia’s leadership, AndTech has grown into a multi seven-figure consulting firm providing custom application development and other technology services to some of the top U.S. companies and organizations.

    Here to talk about being an African American woman in the tech world, rebounding from major shifts in their lives, how clients can save time and money by leveraging custom software solutions and so much more, join us in welcoming Myoshia Boykin-Anderson to the show.

    • 52 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
19 Ratings

19 Ratings

Dan1777999877 ,

Incredible every time!

​​No matter the subject, you’re guaranteed to gain something from every episode - can’t recommend EGGS enough. 🙌

Guillaume Wiatr ,

Authentic conversation about business and creativity

Ryan and Mike poor their heart into their show, and it shows. The conversations are genuine, they take the time to explore topics in-depth and actually research their guests. Great resource if you are a CEO, business owner, or creative entrepreneur looking for outside-the-box thinking.

NotYourAvgFinancialPod ,

5 Stars!

Eggs and the host Ryan and Mike will bring fresh content every episode. I have been impreseed with their insights, communicating topics like business, marketing and the future of work in a straightforward way. You'll get hooked after just one episode! Check it out and subscribe! - Mark Willis

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