What Thad Thinks (Not Neel)

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Brought to you by Better Beans Branding, What Thad Thinks (NOT Neel) is exactly what it sounds like. Best friends and business partners Thad Joiner and Neel Sengupta talk through politics, business, culture, and whatever else comes up, with no topic off limits. Thad brings loud, audacious, and unapologetic opinions. Neel’s role? Mostly to be picked on, with the occasional calculated interjection. Episodes kick off with free-flowing conversation, land on real business advice, and wrap with a final solo thought from Thad once Neel exits. Because at the end of the day, this show is about what Thad thinks. Not Neel.

Episodes

  1. Jul 23

    Goals, Governance, and Gratitude

    After a month-long hiatus, Thad and Neel are back behind the mic. From World Cup excitement and the Sunshine Protection Act to voter ID laws and immigration, the duo tackles some of today's biggest headlines before turning to leadership. They close the episode with practical strategies for rewarding employees, fostering personal growth, and making confident decisions.

  2. Jun 25

    Tournaments, Training, and Tough Choices

    As the World Cup captures attention across the country, Thad and Neel turn their focus to a different kind of competition: solving problems. From stubborn business challenges and employee accountability to the value of practice and role-playing, they discuss why the quickest solution is often better than the cheapest one and what separates high-performing organizations from everyone else.

  3. Jun 12

    Ballots, Betting, and Blunders

    Not every business mistake becomes a disaster. Between discussions on election integrity, sports gambling, and the future of SpaceX, Thad and Neel explain how great companies can respond when they've disappointed a customer and why accountability beats excuses every time.

  4. Jun 2

    Economics, Engagement, and De-Escalation

    From foreign aid and political participation to customer retention and summer activities, Thad and Neel discuss the importance of listening, building trust, and creating lasting relationships, both in business and in life.

  5. May 14

    Reliability, Responsiveness, and Reputation

    From Bobby Cox and the Braves to Spirit Airlines and customer loyalty, Thad and Neel mix candid commentary with practical business advice on building lasting relationships.

  6. Apr 22

    Masters, Mentorship, and Moments of Truth

    Taking cues from the Masters, Thad digs into the art of lifelong customer relationships, covering the moments of truth that make or break loyalty, why great service goes unrewarded, and the mentorship lessons worth passing on.

  7. Mar 26

    Showdown, Standards, and Strength

    As they close out their three-part series on leading from strength, Thad and Neel blend travel chaos, current events, and unfiltered debate with practical insight on confrontation, recognition, and leadership, ending with Thad’s rapid-fire "this or that" takes.

  8. Mar 19

    Classic, Conflict, and Confrontation

    From United States military operations to the excitement of the World Baseball Classic, Thad and Neel mix candid commentary with real talk on leadership, confrontation, and building strong relationships, ending with Thad's take on tipping culture (again).

  9. Feb 27

    Patriotism, People Skills, and Pro Hockey

    From actionable leadership advice to candid commentary on patriotism and immigration, this episode covers both relationship-building in business and Thad’s personal convictions, with a final take on tipping culture.

  10. Feb 12

    What Neel Thinks: Super Bowl Special

    In Neel's speaking-est episode to date, Thad and Neel break down Super Bowl advertising and celebrity endorsements, complete with a halftime performance from Thad himself.

  11. Jan 30

    Deals, Discipline, and Devotion

    Thad and Neel move from global headlines and sports talk to negotiation, loyalty, and leadership, with special guest Jennifer Williams weighing in on building trust and long-term commitment.

  12. Jan 20

    Football, Fraud, and Fresh Starts

    After a two-year hiatus, Thad and Neel dive into everything from hot-button headlines to the cardinal rules of customer service, with a special appearance from industry expert Andy Sherrard.

  • 12 Episodes

Ratings & Reviews

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About

Brought to you by Better Beans Branding, What Thad Thinks (NOT Neel) is exactly what it sounds like. Best friends and business partners Thad Joiner and Neel Sengupta talk through politics, business, culture, and whatever else comes up, with no topic off limits. Thad brings loud, audacious, and unapologetic opinions. Neel’s role? Mostly to be picked on, with the occasional calculated interjection. Episodes kick off with free-flowing conversation, land on real business advice, and wrap with a final solo thought from Thad once Neel exits. Because at the end of the day, this show is about what Thad thinks. Not Neel.

Information

  • Creator
    Better Beans Branding
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Better Beans Branding