In this episode of 'Tycoons of Small Biz,' hosts Austin Peterson and Landon Mance discuss the importance of small businesses, particularly in Arizona and Nevada, and the entrepreneurial environment in these states. They dive into the growth of small businesses, highlighting the significant increase in new business applications and the underrepresentation of successful small businesses. They also emphasize the need for supporting small businesses over large corporations and share personal stories of entrepreneurial experiences. The episode includes an announcement of an upcoming webinar on buying and operating small businesses, featuring insights from acquisition entrepreneur Jed. The hosts advocate for recognizing and backing small businesses as a critical part of the American economy.