Social 333 Podcast

Chris D. Bentley
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Welcome to the Social 333 Podcast. The podcast that goes beyond the headlines and dives deep into the minds of controversial, thought-provoking figures. From trailblazing entrepreneurs to polarizing cultural influencers, no topic is off-limits. Join your host, Chris D. Bentley, as he brings you candid unfiltered conversations filed with bold questions, unexpected insights, and authentic dialogue that challenges conventional thinking. Whether you agree or disagree, each episode will leave you questioning the the status quo and thinking in new ways. Tune in for a podcast that dares to go where others won't.

  1. Ghost Employees, Payroll Errors, and IRS Penalties | Charles Read #social333podcast #82

    5D AGO

    Ghost Employees, Payroll Errors, and IRS Penalties | Charles Read #social333podcast #82

    Ghost Employees, Payroll Errors, and IRS Penalties | Charles Read #social333podcast #82 In this insightful episode of the Social 333 Podcast, host Chris D. Bentley sits down with Charles Read, a payroll expert and founder of GetPayroll, to talk about the common payroll mistakes that businesses make, including issues like ghost employees, payroll errors, and the penalties that come with non-compliance. Charles breaks down the most frequent errors that lead to IRS penalties and explains why handling payroll correctly is vital for both small businesses and large enterprises. From understanding payroll taxes to navigating the complexities of employee classification, Charles shares practical tips and strategies to avoid costly mistakes and keep your business in compliance. If you’re a business owner, HR manager, or anyone involved in payroll, this episode is packed with valuable information to help you avoid common pitfalls and protect your business. ✅ The hidden dangers of ghost employees and how to spot them ✅ Common payroll errors that lead to IRS penalties ✅ How payroll mistakes can affect your business financially ✅ Why payroll compliance is crucial for long-term business success ✅ Charles' advice on choosing the right payroll system and avoiding mistakes ✅ How to manage and optimize payroll for growth 📌 CHAPTERS 00:00 – Intro 00:08 – Meet Charles Read 01:25 – What makes Charles a US tax court practitioner? 02:50 – Payroll fraud and ghost employees in the workplace 05:57 – Common payroll mistakes and IRS penalties 09:25 – Payroll fraud examples: cutting checks and falsifying hours 10:09 – Errors in payroll and potential consequences 12:09 – Common payroll errors in small and large businesses 14:15 – Challenges veterans face when entering the job market 15:49 – Charles' popular book and what it's about 17:22 – Advice for entrepreneurs managing payroll and accounting 20:07 – Where to find Charles Read 🎧 Subscribe for more episodes with experts offering practical advice for business owners, HR professionals, and entrepreneurs. 📣 Share this episode with someone handling payroll or compliance for their business.

    21 min
  2. Dead Bedroom Fixes and Broken Marriages | Ralph Brewer #social333podcast #81

    DEC 19

    Dead Bedroom Fixes and Broken Marriages | Ralph Brewer #social333podcast #81

    Dead Bedroom Fixes and Broken Marriages | Ralph Brewer #social333podcast #81 In this candid and raw episode of the Social 333 Podcast, host Chris D. Bentley sits down with Ralph Brewer, a leading expert on relationship dynamics, intimacy, and communication. Ralph shares deep insights into how couples can overcome common obstacles in their relationships, particularly in the often taboo area of intimacy and the "dead bedroom." Ralph breaks down why so many marriages face intimacy issues, how neglecting emotional and physical needs leads to bigger relational problems, and what couples can do to reignite the spark in their relationship. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to strengthen their connection, communicate more effectively with their partner, and build a healthier, more fulfilling relationship. ✅ How intimacy problems affect marriages and relationships ✅ The biggest reasons marriages suffer from the “dead bedroom” ✅ Practical solutions to reignite intimacy and passion in a relationship ✅ How to communicate about intimacy without shame or blame ✅ Ralph’s advice for couples facing emotional or physical disconnection ✅ Breaking the silence: overcoming fear and shame around intimacy 📌 CHAPTERS 00:00 – Intro 00:08 – Meet Ralph Brewer 00:27 – The Help Brotherhood and Ralph’s books 01:00 – Ralph’s story: divorce, betrayal, and starting over 02:30 – Sexless marriages: causes, myths, and reality 07:40 – The temptation of infidelity and modern challenges 09:53 – Why marriage is not the “end all, be all” solution 12:16 – The importance of therapy and breaking the stigma for men 14:55 – Changing perspectives on addiction and emotional support 18:03 – The impact of tribalism and religion on modern relationships 20:58 – The reality of lasting relationships: commitment and weathering storms 22:22 – The search for the “perfect” partner and unhealthy expectations 23:12 – Ralph’s support group and how it helps men overcome struggles 25:00 – Where to find Ralph Brewer 🎧 Subscribe for more real, unfiltered conversations about relationships, communication, and improving the most important connections in our lives. 📣 Share this episode with someone who’s ready to break free from relationship stagnation and reconnect with their partner.

    26 min
  3. Smartcups Printed Technology and Winning Food Stars | Chris Kanik #social333podcast #80

    DEC 17

    Smartcups Printed Technology and Winning Food Stars | Chris Kanik #social333podcast #80

    Smartcups Printed Technology and Winning Food Stars | Chris Kanik #social333podcast #80 In this fascinating episode of the Social 333 Podcast, host Chris D. Bentley sits down with Chris Kanik, the innovative founder of Smartcups and a winner on Food Network’s Food Stars. Chris shares the story behind one of the most disruptive packaging technologies in the food and beverage industry — a patented printed technology that changes how products are stored, transported, and consumed. From early invention and setbacks to landing on national television and scaling a physical product brand, Chris breaks down what it really takes to innovate in a crowded consumer market. This conversation dives deep into entrepreneurship, product development, branding, licensing, and the realities of bringing a physical product to market. Whether you’re an inventor, entrepreneur, brand builder, or simply curious how breakthrough ideas become real businesses, this episode offers rare insight into innovation at scale. ✅ The story behind Smartcups and printed hydration technology ✅ How printed tech is changing food and beverage packaging ✅ What it takes to build and protect a patented product ✅ Lessons from winning Food Network’s Food Stars ✅ The challenges of manufacturing, scaling, and distribution ✅ Advice for inventors and consumer product entrepreneurs 📌 CHAPTERS 00:00 – Intro 00:08 – Meet Chris Kanik 02:04 – Early fascination with science and experimentation 06:33 – Blowing things up and curiosity-driven learning 06:57 – What Smartcups does and who the product is for 07:46 – Raising capital and automating the business 09:15 – Why Smartcups could change access in third-world countries 10:31 – Interest from the military and government use cases 10:58 – Winning Food Stars and working with Gordon Ramsay 12:12 – Gordon Ramsay off-camera vs on-camera 14:55 – The dark side of fame and sudden visibility 18:33 – Dealing with strangers, money requests, and attention 19:40 – Meeting Mike Tyson and celebrity encounters 23:40 – TIME Best Invention recognition and company momentum 24:43 – What Chris would change to reach success faster 26:10 – Where to find Chris Kanik 🎧 Subscribe for more conversations with founders, inventors, and innovators pushing industries forward. 📣 Share this episode with someone building a product or chasing a big idea.

    27 min
  4. Wrongful-Death and Catastrophic-Injury Cases | Rusty Reynolds #social333podcast #79

    DEC 12

    Wrongful-Death and Catastrophic-Injury Cases | Rusty Reynolds #social333podcast #79

    Wrongful-Death and Catastrophic-Injury Cases | Rusty Reynolds #social333podcast #79 In this powerful and informative episode of the Social 333 Podcast, host Chris D. Bentley sits down with Rusty Reynolds, a nationally recognized trial attorney who specializes in wrongful-death and catastrophic-injury cases. Rusty shares what really happens behind the scenes of high-stakes litigation, how families are impacted after life-altering accidents, and why accountability matters when negligence changes lives forever. From tragic loss to complex injury cases, Rusty explains how these cases are built, what victims and families should know before taking legal action, and the biggest misconceptions people have about personal injury law. This episode offers clarity, education, and real-world insight into a system most people only encounter during the worst moments of their lives. Whether you’re a legal professional, business owner, or someone seeking to better understand your rights, this conversation delivers practical knowledge and hard-earned perspective. ✅ What qualifies as a wrongful-death or catastrophic-injury case ✅ How these cases are investigated and litigated ✅ The emotional and legal realities families face after tragedy ✅ Common myths about personal injury and trial lawyers ✅ Why accountability and justice matter in civil cases ✅ Rusty’s experience handling complex, high-impact litigation 📌 CHAPTERS 00:00 – Intro 00:08 – Meet Rusty Reynolds 01:11 – What qualifies as catastrophic injury, malpractice, and wrongful death cases 02:49 – Real examples of high-impact cases Rusty has handled 07:07 – Video evidence, elder abuse, and nursing home accountability 09:53 – When medical outcomes cross the line into wrongful death 12:48 – Medical malpractice explained: when a bad surgery becomes a case 15:10 – Truck collisions, liability, and separating facts from fear-based narratives 16:59 – Settlement trends vs long courtroom battles 19:04 – Practical advice for patients, families, and hospital safety 23:10 – Hospital technology, monitoring systems, and patient protection 24:09 – Allergies, exposure, and quality-of-care issues in facilities 25:27 – Lessons from 25 years of trial law: what Rusty would do differently 28:54 – Where to find Rusty Reynolds 🎧 Subscribe for more conversations with experts who operate at the highest level of their profession. 📣 Share this episode with someone who should understand how wrongful-death and injury cases really work.

    31 min
  5. Why Do So Many Salespeople Suck and How Can They Improve? | Benjamin Dennehy #social333podcast #78

    DEC 10

    Why Do So Many Salespeople Suck and How Can They Improve? | Benjamin Dennehy #social333podcast #78

    Why Do So Many Salespeople Suck and How Can They Improve? | Benjamin Dennehy #social333podcast #78 In this brutally honest and refreshingly direct episode of the Social 333 Podcast, host Chris D. Bentley sits down with Benjamin Dennehy, famously known as The UK’s Most Hated Sales Trainer. Benjamin exposes why most salespeople fail, why they struggle to close, and why traditional sales tactics simply don’t work anymore. With a mix of humor, candor, and uncomfortable truth, Benjamin breaks down the psychology behind selling, the mistakes nearly every salesperson makes, and the simple mindset shift that can completely transform your results. Whether you're in real estate, high-ticket sales, SaaS, or any commission-driven industry, this episode is a masterclass in selling the right way — without gimmicks, pressure, or cheesy scripts. If you want to understand human behavior, improve your closing rate, or stop sounding like every other salesperson out there, this conversation will change how you sell forever. ✅ Why most salespeople actually suck ✅ The mindset shift that instantly improves your sales performance ✅ How to ask better questions that reveal the real problem ✅ Why pressure and “convincing” kills deals ✅ How to make prospects chase you ✅ The difference between amateurs and true sales professionals 📌 CHAPTERS 00:00 – Intro 00:08 – Meet Benjamin Dennehy 00:33 – Being “the most hated sales trainer” 02:14 – The biggest problems Benjamin sees in salespeople 07:17 – “They’re not interested” — misunderstanding buyer signals 09:46 – Why one-legged appointments fail & lessons from insurance sales 12:09 – Sales is a craft: tonality, pacing, and mastering the fundamentals 14:22 – Ego: the silent killer of sales performance 15:52 – Handling rejection without taking it personally 17:52 – Two years with zero deals: avoiding the “no-prospecting” trap 20:00 – Benjamin’s top advice for anyone entering sales 21:49 – Why every salesperson needs speech therapy 25:39 – Thoughts on today’s sales gurus and high-ticket trainers 28:15 – How new salespeople should actually learn: books, tapes, or seminars? 32:17 – Stop trying to be friends with prospects 35:07 – Why buyers are interested (and how to confirm it) 37:29 – Where to find Benjamin Dennehy 🎧 Subscribe for more raw, unfiltered conversations with top performers who aren’t afraid to tell the truth. 📣 Share this episode with someone in sales who needs to hear this immediately.

    38 min
  6. Military Veterans Living Their Best Life Aboard | John H. Davis #social333podcast #77

    DEC 5

    Military Veterans Living Their Best Life Aboard | John H. Davis #social333podcast #77

    Military Veterans Living Their Best Life Aboard | John H. Davis #social333podcast #77 In this inspiring episode of the Social 333 Podcast, host Chris D. Bentley sits down with John H. Davis, a U.S. military veteran who is now helping other veterans create a life of freedom, adventure, and fulfillment aboard whether that means traveling the world, working remotely, or building a new purpose after service. John shares his powerful personal journey, including the challenges of transitioning out of the military, the mental and emotional toll many veterans face, and how he discovered a lifestyle that brought him peace, purpose, and joy. Now, he’s dedicating his life to helping other veterans do the same through coaching, community, and real-world resources. This episode is a must-listen for veterans, active-duty service members preparing for transition, or anyone who wants a deeper understanding of what life after service can look like. ✅ John’s journey from military service to global freedom lifestyle ✅ The challenges veterans face after leaving the military ✅ How to find purpose, meaning, and direction post-service ✅ Traveling, working, and living abroad as a veteran ✅ The mindset shift needed to build a fulfilling second life ✅ How John helps veterans reinvent themselves through community & mentorship 📌 CHAPTERS 00:00 – Intro 00:08 – Meet John H. Davis 02:58 – PTSD, suffering in silence & how veterans cope 07:04 – John’s books and using writing to help others heal 08:13 – Veterans in Paradise: helping vets rebuild their lives abroad 12:51 – Can veterans live abroad full-time? Residency & return rules 16:10 – John’s favorite countries for veterans abroad 17:00 – The reality of third-world living vs. the U.S. lifestyle 18:55 – Safety abroad: security, tattoos & unexpected cultural moments 19:45 – Gratitude learned from living outside the U.S. 21:49 – Where to learn more about Veterans in Paradise & John’s books 🎧 Subscribe for more powerful conversations with leaders, veterans, and entrepreneurs rewriting what’s possible. 📣 Share this episode with a veteran or active service member who needs encouragement and clarity.

    23 min
  7. Holonomics and Maxing Out Your Energy | Kyle Anthony Trautmann #social333podcast #76

    DEC 5

    Holonomics and Maxing Out Your Energy | Kyle Anthony Trautmann #social333podcast #76

    Holonomics and Maxing Out Your Energy | Kyle Anthony Trautmann #social333podcast #76 In this energizing and perspective-shifting episode of the Social 333 Podcast, host Chris D. Bentley sits down with Kyle Anthony Trautmann, a performance strategist and expert in holonomics a framework for maximizing your energy, productivity, and overall human potential. Kyle breaks down how your environment, thoughts, physical routines, and internal systems all interact to shape the results you produce in life and business. From optimizing brain and body function to understanding the deeper mechanics of personal energy, Kyle shares powerful tools you can apply immediately to improve focus, decision-making, and performance. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, executive, athlete, or anyone looking to operate at their highest level, this episode delivers a blueprint for unlocking your full potential. ✅ What holonomics really means and how it works ✅ How your energy system determines your success ✅ Practical tools for maximizing cognitive and physical performance ✅ How to improve discipline, consistency, and daily execution ✅ The science behind focus, burnout, recovery, and optimization ✅ Kyle’s routines, frameworks, and lessons from working with high performers 📌 CHAPTERS 00:00 – Intro 00:08 – Meet Kyle Anthony Trautmann 00:29 – What Kyle’s company actually does 02:28 – Kyle’s overdose experience and what happened afterward 04:00 – Near-death clarity, spirituality, and why it didn’t stop him 07:00 – How his past shaped the creation of his company & mindset 10:10 – Heightened senses, intuition, and post-trauma awareness 12:15 – What Kyle offers high-performers, CEOs, and top salespeople 14:51 – Evaluating energy, drive, and ambition: how the process works 17:44 – The Steve Jobs principle of three daily priorities 20:29 – Where to find Kyle Anthony Trautmann 🎧 Subscribe for more conversations with experts reshaping performance, mindset, and human potential. 📣 Share this episode with someone who wants to become the highest-performing version of themselves.

    21 min
  8. School Choice and Educational Reform | Corey DeAngelis #social333podcast #75

    NOV 28

    School Choice and Educational Reform | Corey DeAngelis #social333podcast #75

    School Choice and Educational Reform | Corey DeAngelis #social333podcast #75 In this bold and thought-provoking episode of the Social 333 Podcast, host Chris D. Bentley sits down with Corey DeAngelis, one of the nation’s leading voices on school choice, educational freedom, and parental rights. Corey breaks down why the education system is failing families, how public school monopolies formed, and why giving parents the freedom to choose their child’s school is transforming the future of education in America. From funding students instead of systems to exposing powerful teachers’ unions, Corey explains the real issues behind declining academic performance — and what reforms are actually working. Whether you’re a parent, educator, policymaker, or simply someone who cares about the future of kids in this country, this episode delivers clarity, facts, and unapologetic truth. ✅ Why school choice is gaining momentum nationwide ✅ How teachers’ unions gained power — and why families are pushing back ✅ The real reason public education outcomes have declined ✅ Funding students vs. funding systems — what it means ✅ The rise of charter schools, homeschooling, and micro-schools ✅ How families can take control of their child’s education 📌 CHAPTERS 00:00 – Intro 00:08 – Meet Corey DeAngelis 05:17 – Do school funds follow the student? How ISD funding really works 07:35 – The role of teachers’ unions and why they oppose school choice 11:43 – Homeschooling: pros, cons, discipline, and socialization 20:08 – Growing up in different school environments: how ZIP codes shape outcomes 22:38 – Public vs private school opportunities and the power of networks 28:05 – Where to find Corey DeAngelis 🎧 Subscribe for more conversations with leaders and thinkers shaping the future of America. 📣 Share this episode with a parent, teacher, or policymaker who needs to hear it.

    29 min
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Welcome to the Social 333 Podcast. The podcast that goes beyond the headlines and dives deep into the minds of controversial, thought-provoking figures. From trailblazing entrepreneurs to polarizing cultural influencers, no topic is off-limits. Join your host, Chris D. Bentley, as he brings you candid unfiltered conversations filed with bold questions, unexpected insights, and authentic dialogue that challenges conventional thinking. Whether you agree or disagree, each episode will leave you questioning the the status quo and thinking in new ways. Tune in for a podcast that dares to go where others won't.

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    Chris D. Bentley
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