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Startup Ignition PodcastDan Caffee: Sold Teem to WeWork for $100M, Startup Mistakes, Personal Family TragedyIn this episode of the Startup Ignition Podcast, Tyler and John sit down with Dan Caffee, a veteran entrepreneur, investor, and the current CEO of Voiso. Dan shares his incredible journey through the Utah tech scene, from his early days bootstrapping companies to the massive success of Teem, a conference room scheduling platform he sold to WeWork for over $100 million in an all-cash deal. Beyond the business wins, Dan challenges the "startup as a baby" mentality, discusses the importance of solving problems for industrial sectors rather than just other "tech bros," and opens up in a deeply moving segment about...
2026-02-121h 32Startup Ignition PodcastSam Stoddard: TurboTax for Immigration, YC, VC, ExitsIn this episode of the Startup Ignition Podcast, we sit down with Sam Stoddard, the co-founder and CEO of Simple Citizen—a platform often described as "TurboTax for immigration." Sam shares his journey from an accounting student at BYU to navigating the complex US immigration system for his wife, which sparked the idea for his startup. We dive into his unique path of raising venture capital before joining Y Combinator, the crisis that almost sank the company during their YC batch, and the eventual acquisition of Simple Citizen by the world's largest immigration law firm.(00:00:00) Introduction and th...
2026-02-051h 26
The Nation's Leaders from Coast to CoastProfile of President John TylerJohn Tyler is the first Vice President to ascend to the presidency upon the death of a predecessor, earning him the mocking nickname "His Accidency." His stubborn refusal to accept the title of "Acting President" set the "Tyler Precedent," establishing that a Vice President becomes the President in full, not just a temporary caretaker.
He was a man without a party. Although elected on the Whig ticket (as the "Tyler Too" in "Tippecanoe and Tyler Too"), he was a lifelong Democrat at heart who opposed the Whig agenda. After he vetoed his own party's banking bills, the...
2026-02-0105 minStartup Ignition PodcastMatt Stapleton: Turning Excel Sheets into $480M, SaaS Ideas, Strategy, StartupsIn this episode of the Startup Ignition Podcast, we sit down with Matt Stapleton, a multi-time founder who recently exited Spiff to Salesforce for nearly $480 million. Matt shares his journey from "dialing for dollars" as a commission-only rep to building and exiting two successful FinTech companies: Capshare and Spiff. We dive deep into the importance of clean cap tables (including a horror story about 16 classes of preferred stock), why the best SaaS ideas are often hidden in manual Excel spreadsheets, and the strategic nuance of taking investment from corporate venture arms. Matt closes the episode with his "2% rule" for productivity...
2026-01-291h 11Startup Ignition PodcastDave Bateman: How he kept 60% of a Unicorn, Entrata, Bootstrapping, Magic Mushrooms, Silver, ScalingIn this episode of the Startup Ignition Podcast, Tyler and John sit down with Dave Bateman, the co-founder and former CEO of Entrata, one of Utah’s most successful SaaS unicorns. Dave shares his incredible journey from running a letter-delivery service for missionaries to bootstrapping a multi-billion dollar property management platform. They dive deep into his philosophy of "building it right" versus building it fast, how he taught himself to code to save the company, his unique strategy for scaling offshore teams, and the intense litigation battles that ultimately strengthened Entrata. Dave also opens up about his exit, health challenges, an...
2026-01-161h 12Startup Ignition PodcastCydni Tetro: Disney R&D, Innovation, 3D Printing, Brandless, Startups, Coke, Tenacity, Women in TechIn this episode of the Startup Ignition Podcast, Tyler and John are joined by Cydni Tetro, a serial entrepreneur, tech executive, and absolute legend in the Utah tech scene. Cydni takes us through her remarkable career journey, from balancing a computer science degree while hex editing networks at Novell, to leading innovation at Disney Imagineering’s Blue Sky Group. She shares fascinating stories about creating immersive customer experiences, founding and selling companies like 3D Plus Me and ForgeDX, and her time leading Brandless. We also discuss the importance of tenacity over talent, the risks of building on third-party platforms, and he...
2026-01-011h 19Startup Ignition PodcastJohn & Tyler go over the Carta Q3 Pre-Seed Analysis, Early Stage Trends, VC, SaaSIn this episode of the Startup Ignition Podcast, Tyler and John Richards break down the latest data from Carta’s Q3 2025 State of Pre-Seed report. They analyze the current venture landscape, discussing why funding has seen a seasonal decline, the bifurcation of round sizes into "tiny" and "monster" deals, and why capital efficiency is becoming the new standard. The duo also plays a "fill in the blank" icebreaker covering pitch deck mistakes and founder superpowers, and they debate whether AI has dethroned SaaS as the king of investment sectors.(00:00:00) The "Unicorn Whirlpool" and the dangers of raising to...
2025-12-1853 minStartup Ignition PodcastRyan Westwood: Slow Down to Speed Up, His $250M Exit to Infosys, Buying 7 Competitors, ScalingIn this episode of the Startup Ignition Podcast, we sit down with Ryan Westwood, a prolific entrepreneur and investor who recently scaled Simplus from zero to 600 employees and sold it to Infosys for $250 million. Ryan shares his incredible journey from weeding gardens to earn his first pair of Air Maxes to executing a massive "roll-up" strategy in the Salesforce ecosystem. We dive deep into the mechanics of acquiring companies to increase valuation multiples, the importance of "slowing down to speed up," and how he is applying his playbook to his newest venture, Fullcast. Ryan also opens up about family philanthropy...
2025-12-111h 10Startup Ignition PodcastPaul Ahlstrom: The Origins of Nail It Then Scale It, Market Timing, Utah VC, AIIn this episode of the Startup Ignition Podcast, we sit down with Paul Ahlstrom, a serial entrepreneur, investor, and one of the key architects of the Utah venture capital ecosystem. Paul shares his incredible journey from early failures—including a software bug that wiped out his first business overnight—to founding vSpring Capital and helping transform Utah into a tech powerhouse. He also discusses his pioneering work building the VC infrastructure in Mexico, the personal struggles that led to co-authoring the foundational book Nail It Then Scale It, and his predictions for the future of the "autonomous economy" and agentic AI.
2025-12-041h 09Startup Ignition PodcastJohnny Hanna: Entrata’s $4B Journey, Homie’s Disruption, and Entrepreneurs Mental HealthIn this episode of the Startup Ignition Podcast, we sit down with Johnny Hanna, a true legend in Utah Tech. Johnny shares his incredible journey from co-founding Property Solutions (now Entrata), a company now valued at $4 billion, to disrupting the real estate industry with Homie, and his latest ventures. He opens up about the challenges of innovation, facing lawsuits from industry giants like Zillow and Yardi, and the emotional toll of entrepreneurial highs and lows. Johnny also offers invaluable advice to aspiring founders on self-belief, managing people, and the importance of relationships in business.(00:00:00) The cease and desist...
2025-11-1359 minStartup Ignition PodcastAdam Weber: Sold Service Business to Build a SaaS Startup, Fundraising, Pest, Finding ConfidenceIn this episode of the Startup Ignition Podcast, host Tyler Richards sits down with Adam Weber, the co-founder and CEO of Driven, a SaaS performance management tool for the home services industry. Adam shares his unconventional journey from feeling like an academic underachiever to becoming a serial entrepreneur. He details his first venture in custom suits, the lessons learned from various businesses including a pest control company and even a porta-potty rental service, and how the pain points of running his own service business led to the creation of Driven. Adam offers incredible insights on customer validation, his "irrational confidence,"...
2025-11-061h 13Startup Ignition PodcastJeff Kearl: The Playbook for Iconic Brands, Stance, Skullcandy, EntrepreneurshipIn this episode of the Startup Ignition Podcast, hosts John and Tyler Richards sit down with Jeff Kearl, a partner at Pelion Ventures and a legendary entrepreneur in the consumer products space. Jeff shares his incredible journey, from his early days in venture capital to co-founding iconic brands like Skullcandy and Stance. He recounts memorable moments, including a breakfast meeting with Will and Jada Smith, receiving a term sheet just minutes into a pitch with Benchmark Capital, and the lessons learned from the dot-com crash. Jeff offers deep insights into building a brand, the importance of product innovation, financing inventory...
2025-10-301h 07
The Buck Starts Here - Presidents, Policies, Hilarious HistoryJohn Tyler Part II: Whigging OutJohn Tyler is back and Whigging Out. He’s vetoing everything that moves, picking fights with Congress for sport, and casually dropping foreign policy hot takes about Hawaii. Tariffs? He’s mad. The Whigs? They’re furious. Daniel Webster? Probably stress-drinking tea somewhere.This episode’s got it all: tariff tantrums, Florida joining the Union, Texas waiting in the wings like a messy situationship, and the Tyler Doctrine arriving out of nowhere like that guy who crashes every party. Manifest Destiny isn’t official yet, but you can smell it coming.👀 Join the chaos:🌐ChinaShopProduct...
2025-10-1758 minStartup Ignition PodcastDavid Bradford: The Master Connector, Wozniak, Jobs, Gates, Eric Schmidt, Sergey, Novell, MicrosoftIn this episode of the Startup Ignition Podcast, we are honored to host David Bradford, a true OG of Utah tech. David takes us on a journey through his iconic career, from his early days as a Hollywood lawyer to becoming the General Counsel at Novell during its legendary battles with Microsoft. He shares the inside stories of taking Fusion-io public with a $1.2 billion valuation, recruiting Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak, and scaling HireVue from $1 million to over $30 million in revenue. David reveals his timeless principles of networking, the four pillars every great company needs, and his number one piece of...
2025-10-161h 06Startup Ignition PodcastJeron Paul: From Spreadsheet Idea to $419M Exit, SaaS, Salesforce Acquisition, Founder JourneyIn this episode of the Startup Ignition Podcast, hosts John and Tyler Richards sit down with 4x founder Jeron Paul. Jeron shares the incredible journey of his latest company, Spiff, from a simple idea to replace commission spreadsheets to a stunning $419 million acquisition by Salesforce. He discusses his entire entrepreneurial path, including his early ventures in venture capital, founding the cap table management company CapShare, and his core thesis for building startups around the concept of an "effective surprise." Jeron also offers his perspective on the SaaS vs. AI debate, his current strategy as an active angel investor, and invaluable...
2025-10-091h 07Startup Ignition PodcastStartup War Stories That Will Save Your Company | Equity Splits, Bad Investors, HiringIn this episode of the Startup Ignition Podcast, hosts John and Tyler Richards dive into the most popular part of their boot camp: the war stories. They share real-world, personal experiences to illustrate fundamental startup principles. The episode kicks off with a rapid-fire icebreaker, translating common venture capital terminology into plain English. From there, they tackle the critical mistakes entrepreneurs often make, sharing cautionary tales about why 50/50 equity splits are a recipe for disaster, the dangers of partnering with misaligned investors, the fallacy of hiring a "white knight" salesperson too early, and the catastrophic cost of building a product based...
2025-10-0243 minStartup Ignition PodcastBen Knell: Building a $100M+ Sales Engine, Family & Leadership, FBI, Pest Control, BusinessIn this episode of the Startup Ignition Podcast, hosts John and Tyler Richards are joined by Ben, the founder and CEO of BK Marketing. Ben shares his incredible entrepreneurial journey, from his early days in door-to-door alarm sales to revolutionizing the pest control industry. He details the creation of his unique business model, which focuses on building elite, outsourced sales teams for pest control companies nationwide. Ben opens up about the significant challenges he's overcome, including a business partner's FBI investigation, losing over a million dollars in bad investments, and the industry pushback he received for offering unprecedentedly high commissions...
2025-09-251h 00
Sequel RightsEp 290 - Anaconda (GUEST: John Brady)Come along on a journey with us through the Amazon!! To find lost tribes, fight giant snakes, and eat some fish RIVER STYLE!!
Special guest John Brady joins us as we kick-off yet another multiple franchise-spanning universe with 1997's Anaconda!
Star ratings help us build our audience! Please rate/review/subscribe to us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen, and share us with your favorite failed priest from Paraguay! Email us at sequelrights@gmail.com with feedback or suggestions on future franchises!Special Guest: John Brady.
2025-09-241h 30Startup Ignition PodcastJeff Burningham: From Real Estate Tycoon to VC, Startups, Becoming Wise in the Age of AIIn this episode of the Startup Ignition Podcast, hosts John and Tyler Richards sit down with Jeff Burningham, a seasoned entrepreneur, prolific investor, and now, author. Jeff shares insights from his incredible journey, from launching his first tech company in college and co-founding the multi-billion dollar real estate firm Peak Capital Partners, to shaping Utah's tech scene with Peak Ventures (now Element Ventures). The conversation dives deep into the themes of his new book, "The Last Book Written by a Human," exploring how we can become wiser in the age of AI. Jeff also opens up about his run for...
2025-09-181h 07
Collisions YYCJohn Hetherington, AI That Transforms Finance TeamsIn this episode, our host Tyler Chisholm reconnects with returning guest John Hetherington—consultant, systems thinker, and trusted advisor to finance leaders navigating complexity in the AI era. John’s mission? Help financial teams in mid-sized companies (100–500 employees, $50–100M revenue) close their month-end books twice as fast through systems thinking, automation, and a clear-eyed approach to change management.They explore why chaos can’t scale—but systems can—and how finance teams can avoid burnout by building smarter processes. John shares his “Absorb, Assemble, Align” model for introducing AI responsibly and emphasizes the need to clarify how tea...
2025-09-1655 minStartup Ignition PodcastCase Lawrence: From Elon's Lawyer to Trampoline King, Sky Zone, Startup, Founder StoryIn this episode of the Startup Ignition Podcast, hosts John and Tyler Richards sit down with Case Lawrence, the visionary founder behind Circus Trix, now known as Sky Zone. Case shares his incredible journey from being a Silicon Valley lawyer for tech pioneers like Elon Musk to facing near-bankruptcy during the Great Recession. He recounts the serendipitous moment he discovered a trampoline park, a concept he turned from a "side hustle" into the world's largest indoor trampoline park franchise with over 300 locations. Case details his scrappy, creative financing, the "jet fighter" strategy he used to scale across the country, and...
2025-09-0457 minStartup Ignition PodcastKurt Workman: Owlet Baby Sock’s $100 Million Journey | Startup, SPAC, FDA, Turn AroundIn this episode of the Startup Ignition Podcast, we are joined by Kurt Workman, the co-founder of Owlet. Kurt shares the deeply personal story that inspired the creation of the Owlet Smart Sock, a device that has now been used by 1 in 10 babies born in the US. He takes us through the entire journey, from a $50 student prototype to building a $100 million revenue company. Kurt opens up about the immense challenges faced along the way, including a three-year development cycle, navigating a complex and difficult relationship with the FDA, the rollercoaster of going public via a SPAC, and nearly facing...
2025-08-221h 14
Profit & Grit with Tyler5 Red Flags That Kill Profits in HVAC and Plumbing - John WilsonClick below to book a complimentary intro meeting and learn how to get control of cash flow in your business while scaling with confidence.How do you take a family plumbing shop from $1M to over $30M in less than a decade?In this episode of Profit & Grit, John Wilson, CEO of Wilson Plumbing & Heating and host of Owned and Operated, shares his raw journey of scaling through acquisitions, fighting through financial chaos, and building a leadership team capable of running a $30M+ operation.You’ll hear how John turned low moments including la...
2025-08-1940 minStartup Ignition PodcastDustin Robins: Following Lean Startup all the way to $30M, Don’t Skip Steps, ScalabilityIn this episode of the Startup Ignition Podcast, we sit down with Dustin Robins, the CEO of Corporate Traditions, a company that has scaled to tens of millions of dollars in annual revenue. Dustin shares his incredible journey from being unexpectedly laid off from Adobe to starting a service-based video company, and the pivotal moment at a Startup Ignition boot camp that changed his entire perspective on business. Learn how he applied lean startup principles to transform a "turkey voucher" side-hustle into a scalable, tech-enabled corporate gifting powerhouse. This is a masterclass on validation, not skipping steps, the power of...
2025-08-071h 04Startup Ignition PodcastStartup Elephants vs Unicorns: Why We Invest in Elephants, Valuations, VC, Fundraising, StrategyIn this episode of the Startup Ignition Podcast, hosts John and Tyler Richards dive deep into the venture ecosystem, contrasting two prominent startup philosophies: the "Unicorn" versus the "Elephant." They argue that the post-ZIRP (Zero Interest Rate Period) era calls for a shift away from the "growth at all costs" unicorn mentality. Instead, they champion the "elephant" approach, which prioritizes capital efficiency, sustainable growth, early profitability, and maximizing founder equity. This method, they contend, offers a more realistic and enjoyable path to a life-changing exit for the vast majority of entrepreneurs, avoiding the immense pressure, high dilution, and low success...
2025-07-3155 minStartup Ignition PodcastGarrett Gee: The Secret $54M Snapchat Sale, Bucket List Family, Shark Tank, Raising VCIn this episode of the Startup Ignition Podcast, we're joined by the legendary Garrett Gee for a surprise interview! Garrett, the co-founder of Scan and father of The Bucket List Family, shares his incredible journey from being a college student who didn't know what "entrepreneur" meant to selling his app to Snapchat for $54 million. He unpacks the entire wild ride: the lightning-fast negotiation with Evan Spiegel, the truth about his Shark Tank appearance, the lessons learned from pitching on Sand Hill Road, and the pivotal moment with Jack Dorsey that changed his life's direction. Garrett also reveals the origin story...
2025-07-181h 34Startup Ignition PodcastAdam Edmunds: $4B Entrata CEO on Podium's Growth, Allegiance Sale to MaritzCX, SaaS & GTM MetricsIn this episode of the Startup Ignition Podcast, we're joined by Adam Edmunds, the CEO of the $4B real estate tech powerhouse, Entrata. Adam shares his incredible journey from a student entrepreneur who didn't know what a cap table was to a seasoned operator leading multi-billion dollar companies. He dives deep into the "secret sauce" behind Podium's explosive growth from $1M to $100M ARR in just four years, the critical importance of being "maniacally obsessed" with go-to-market metrics, and the differences between founder-led and operator-led success. Adam also opens up about the personal toll of hyper-growth, his burnout and departure...
2025-07-101h 09Startup Ignition PodcastPhil Kirkeiner: $150k to $7M with an Offshore Sales Team | Startup Scaling, SaaS, Remote Teams, CEOIn this episode of the Startup Ignition Podcast, John and Tyler Richards are joined by Phil Kirkeiner, the CEO of Baton ( https://www.batonleads.com/ ), a rapidly growing referral platform for the home services industry. Phil, a former student of John's, shares his incredible journey from being a music major and accountant to a successful entrepreneur.We dive deep into the origin story of Baton, born from a problem Phil discovered while working at a pest control company. Phil discusses the tough decisions he's made, including going with an offshore sales team and how it led to more...
2025-07-031h 09Startup Ignition PodcastScott Johnson: Bootstrapping to a $1.5B Adobe Acquisition, Workfront, Motivosity, Product-Market FitIn this episode of the Startup Ignition Podcast, hosts John and Tyler Richards sit down with Scott Johnson, the visionary founder behind Workfront (acquired by Adobe for $1.5 billion) and his current venture, Motivosity. Scott shares his incredible entrepreneurial journey, from bootstrapping Workfront (formerly @task) for over six years to navigating the dot-com bust and the 2008 financial crisis. He offers a transparent look at the challenges of scaling, including the difficult moment he was asked to step down as CEO, and how that experience ultimately inspired the creation of Motivosity. This conversation is packed with invaluable wisdom on achieving product-market fit...
2025-06-191h 05Startup Ignition PodcastAndrew Smith: From Tech to Restaurants, Problem Hunter Building a Food Empire, Scaling & InvestingIn this episode of the Startup Ignition Podcast, hosts John and Tyler sit down with Andrew Smith, the managing partner of Savory Fund and a serial entrepreneur defined as a true "problem hunter." Andrew shares his incredible journey, starting in the tech world during the dot-com boom with a revolutionary streaming media company. He details the highs of a near-IPO and the crushing lows of the bubble bursting, and how he pivoted to create two more successful tech companies by solving problems he encountered in his own life. The conversation then shifts to his unexpected entry into the restaurant industry...
2025-06-131h 05Startup Ignition Podcast"This Is a DEAL KILLER": VC's Pre-Seed Due Diligence Checklist, Cap Table, Rule 83B, Founder EquityIn this episode of the Startup Ignition Podcast, hosts John and Tyler Richards dive deep into the world of pre-seed due diligence. They outline the critical checklist they use as venture capitalists to evaluate early-stage companies, providing invaluable insights for founders preparing to fundraise. The discussion covers essential legal and financial structures, including the importance of a C-corp for QSBS benefits, the deal-killing implications of messing up the Rule 83B election, and how to maintain a "clean" cap table. They reveal common red flags like 50/50 founder splits, undocumented equity promises, and misaligned deal terms. Beyond the paperwork, they emphasize the...
2025-06-061h 04Startup Ignition PodcastTravis Cook: The AI Software Revolution, Building a Top Dev Shop, Blockchain, Startup InvestingIn this episode of the Startup Ignition Podcast, hosts John and Tyler are joined by seasoned entrepreneur, investor, and mentor Travis Cook. They dive into Travis's journey, starting with his early days as a Java developer in 1996, co-founding Solution Stream, a pioneering custom software development shop that significantly impacted Utah's tech scene. The conversation explores his experiences as CEO of Apigo (now Taskfire) and President of Nerd United, a blockchain-focused venture. Travis shares deep insights into the evolution of software engineering with the advent of AI, the pros and cons of service-based versus product-based businesses, the tumultuous world of blockchain...
2025-05-301h 10
Presidential ChroniclesEpisode #95: John Tyler #5: Accidental President (1841)John Tyler #5: Accidental President (1841); Topics covered include: Notified of death of President William Henry Harrison, takes oath as President, gives Inaugural Address, dismisses notions of being an "Acting President," retains Harrison's Cabinet, joined by family, Letitia Tyler suffers stroke, and repeals the Sub-Treasury statute
Key people: Fletcher Webster, John Quincy Adams, William Cranch, Daniel Webster, Thomas Jefferson, Letitia Tyler, John Tyler (son), Robert Tyler, Priscilla Tyler, and Martin Van Buren
For more information on the "Presidential Chronicles" series, please visit https://www.presidentialchronicles.com/
2025-05-1607 minStartup Ignition PodcastCraig Earnshaw: Destructive Founder Splits & Pitching Investors Confidently, Angel Investing, ExitsIn this episode of the Startup Ignition Podcast, hosts Tyler and John Richards sit down with Utah startup legend, Craig Earnshaw. Craig shares his incredible entrepreneurial journey, from his early days as a programmer to founding, selling, rebuying, and re-selling his software company, LifeLK Corporation, including a dramatic experience during the dot-com bust with GE and ChannelPoint. He discusses his transition into angel investing, becoming a founding member of Park City Angels, and his influential role as an adjunct professor at BYU. Craig dives deep into his investment philosophy, emphasizing the importance of investing at the earliest stages, the critical...
2025-05-161h 15Startup Ignition PodcastBrian Beutler: Pitching Genius Raises $100M at Alianza, VOIP-2-Cloud Pivot, CEO of the Year InsightsIn this episode of the Startup Ignition Podcast, we're joined by the remarkable Brian Beutler, CEO and founder of Alianza, and Utah Business CEO of the Year 2025. Brian takes us on an incredible two-decade journey of building Alianza, a leading cloud communications platform. From its early days as a VOIP disruptor born out of a BYU business plan competition to navigating multiple near-death experiences – including the 2008 financial crisis, competitive pressures, and major customer bankruptcies – Brian shares invaluable lessons in resilience, strategic pivoting, and the art of the investor pitch. Discover how Alianza not only survived but thrived, culminating in a game...
2025-05-081h 18Startup Ignition PodcastEvan Teshima: Bootstrapping ForeUP to a Massive SaaS Exit and the $400k Chess GameIn this episode of the Startup Ignition Podcast, we sit down with Evan Teshima, founder and former CEO of ForeUP, a massive bootstrapped success story in the golf tech SaaS space. Evan shares his incredible journey from meeting John in a BYU classroom, enduring 5-7 rapid pivots during an accelerator program, navigating a near-death convertible note crisis resolved by a $400,000 chess game and desperate calls to family, scaling to over 2,300 golf courses with only $200k in outside capital, and ultimately achieving a huge acquisition with tax-free gains. Hear war stories, lessons on founder-led sales, customer-funded growth, and the true reward...
2025-05-011h 28Startup Ignition PodcastEric Smith: Smart Home Legend, Hotel Internet Inventor, Control4 IPO, & Founder Lessons That MatterIn this episode of the Startup Ignition Podcast, hosts John and Tyler Richards sit down with Eric Smith, a true pioneer and legend in the smart home industry. Currently the CTO of Savvy IQ following a recent merger with Oliver IQ, Eric shares his incredible entrepreneurial journey, starting from building home automation systems as a teenager. He recounts co-founding the iconic Control4, taking it public in 2013, and his earlier ventures like FAST (sold to AMX) and STSN/iBahn, which brought high-speed internet to hotels but faced the .com crash during its IPO process. Eric discusses raising over $400 million in venture...
2025-04-251h 06Startup Ignition PodcastStartup Validation Roadmap, Founder Mistakes, SI's Bootcamp Frameworks, Real-World Pivot StoriesIn this episode of the Startup Ignition Podcast, John and Tyler dive deep into the critical early stages of building a startup. They kick things off with a fun "Startup Snap Associations" icebreaker, revealing John's gut reactions to key industry terms like "pitch deck," "burn rate," "aqua hire," and "FOMO." Tyler shares his experience speaking at a developer meetup, which highlighted a common need: guidance on navigating the path from idea to a validated business. This leads to a detailed discussion about the Startup Ignition Bootcamp, explaining its lean-startup-based methodology designed to help founders "do the right things in the...
2025-04-181h 04Startup Ignition PodcastBryan Christiansen: Bootstrapping to Millions in ARR, Landing Goldman Sachs, & Customer ObsessionIn this episode of the Startup Ignition Podcast, hosts John Richards and Tyler Richards sit down with Bryan Christiansen, the founder and CEO of Limble CMMS. Brian shares his incredible journey from a self-taught developer playing EverQuest to building a major SaaS company. He details his first startup failure, the power of deep customer validation (talking to 200+ potential users!), bootstrapping Limble CMMS to $2.6M ARR, finding a key co-founder through the Startup Ignition boot camp, and strategically raising growth capital from top firms like Elephant, Album, and Goldman Sachs. Learn about the mindset, hard work, and key decisions that fueled...
2025-04-111h 02Startup Ignition PodcastJared Ward & Brendon Beebe: Coding with AI, Overcoming Scaling Challenges, Founding Team DynamicsIn this episode of the Startup Ignition Podcast, Jared Ward and Brendon Beebe, founders of Luminous, share their journey building a modern e-commerce ERP. They discuss the value of technical co-founders, iterative development, and lessons from early mistakes like premature scaling. Jared’s shift from supply chain to CEO and Brendon’s tech leadership highlight the power of complementary skills. They also talk about refocusing Luminous to meet modern commerce needs, their recent funding success, and how AI is boosting software development efficiency.(00:00:00) Introduction to the Startup Ignition podcast with hosts Tyler John and guests Jared Ward (CEO) and...
2025-04-031h 05
Big Game Hunting Podcast - Hunting Africa, North America, & More!365: 338 Lapua Unleashed with Tyler FreelTyler Freel shares insights on hunting big game with the 338 Lapua Magnum in this podcast interview, focusing on terminal performance, favorite loads, and recoil management. Sponsor: Go to https://BigGameHuntingPodcast.com/ebook and sign up for my free e-book on the best hunting calibers at to receive the entertaining and informative emails I send out about hunting, firearms, and ballistics every weekday. In this episode of The Big Game Hunting Podcast, host John McAdams sits down with Tyler Freel to explore the 338 Lapua Magnum—a cartridge renowned for its power and extended range performance. Unlike past...
2025-04-0349 minStartup Ignition PodcastAI Investments, Founding Teams, VC Market Trends, Startup StrategiesThis episode of the Startup Ignition podcast focuses on the current state of the venture capital market, drawing heavily from reports by Silicon Valley Bank (the "Silicon Valley Bank’s State Of The Markets 2025 Report") and PitchBook (the "Pitchbook’s 2024 Annual US VC Valuations Report"). Tyler and John Richards discuss the dominant role of AI in attracting VC funding, noting it as the "oasis in the venture desert" of 2024. While acknowledging the importance of integrating AI strategically, they caution against forcing it into products where it doesn't fit.A key takeaway is the shift in VC focus from grow...
2025-03-271h 09Startup Ignition PodcastJason Peterson: Selling Before Building, SaaS Success, Validation, Lessons LearnedIn this episode, we're joined by Jason Peterson, a seasoned entrepreneur, technologist, and innovator, best known for his successful exit with XOLogic, a leading software provider for the lighting, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing industries, which he sold in 2021. Currently, Jason is involved with Noggin, a company focused on process automation for small businesses, and also dedicates his time to humanitarian efforts, helping build schools, dig wells, and support refugee efforts with youth abroad.(00:00:00) Jason’s pre-selling story.(00:01:14) Intro to Jason Peterson, an entrepreneur & technologist at Noggin.(00:02:19) Focus on small-business process automation & humanitarian work.(00:03:08) Jason’s back...
2025-03-201h 05
Barbells and Black BeltsEp. 4: John Bowman; All-American Discus Thrower, YouTube Creator and CoachOn this episode of Barbells and Black Belts host Tyler Beckley sits down with guest John Bowman from Bowman Throws! John is a 5-time All-American in collegiate Track & Field (Hurdles, Discus, and Hammer), a YouTube coach and creator with over 50,000 subscribers. He also runs a very successful online coaching resource through Patreon - Bowman Throws!Topics on the podcast include:John's background athletically and his time spent in collegeTraining and learning outside of the United StatesCompeting outside of the United StatesCultural differences in coaching styles and views on competitionJohn's thoughts on finding your...
2025-03-191h 05Startup Ignition PodcastDevin Shurtleff: Overcoming Challenges, Strategic Shifts, and Lessons from a CEO’s Leadership LegacyIn this episode, we welcome Devin Shirtle, the newly appointed CEO and co-founder of Opinion, a company that has been revolutionizing feedback and review automation for multifamily residential complexes for the past eight years. Join us as Devin shares the inspiring journey of Opinion, from its humble beginnings to its current success, highlighting key strategies in financial management, customer retention, and leadership. The conversation also delves into the personal impact of losing a co-founder and how the company has persevered through challenges.(00:00:00) - Welcome to the Startup Ignition podcast with guest Devin Shirtle, CEO of Opinion.(00:04:03...
2025-03-131h 06Startup Ignition PodcastSilicon Slopes Legend John Pestana on Omniture’s $1.8B Adobe Exit, Enterprise Sales, & VC TradeoffsIn this episode, we welcome John Pestana, a seasoned entrepreneur best known for co-founding Omniture, a web analytics company acquired by Adobe for $1.8 billion. Currently, John serves as CEO of ObservePoint, a leading data governance company, and as chairman of the board for Libertas Institute, advocating for liberty and free market principles. His induction into the Silicon Slopes Hall of Fame in 2022 underscores his significant contributions to Utah's tech landscape.(00:00:00) - The problem with enterprise sales companies.(00:01:21) - Welcome to the Startup Ignition podcast with guest John Pestana (JP).(00:02:03) - JP's background, co-founding Omniture and current...
2025-03-061h 06Startup Ignition PodcastAvoiding Capital Pitfalls: Sustainable Growth and Effective Networking StrategiesIn this episode, we discuss current fundraising trends, the importance of sustainable business models, and key attributes of fundable startups, offering advice on how to navigate the venture capital landscape.(00:00:00) - An email firing(00:01:29) - Podcast introduction(00:01:51) - Icebreaker: Who's more likely?(00:02:21) - Investing in a terrible idea(00:02:54) - Pitching an existing startup idea(00:03:29) - Ignoring Excel for gut decisions(00:03:56) - Starting and exiting a billion-dollar company(00:06:13) - Launching a startup without validation(00:06:54) - Firing someone via email(00:07:59) - Meeting with an investor just because they're famous(00:09:19...
2025-02-211h 01
Your Message Received!Lost Knees, Found Identity- Tyler KaniaWelcome to another episode of 'Your Message Received' podcast with John Duffin. In this episode, John interviews Tyler Kania —salesperson, rugby player, coach, entrepreneur, and author. Tyler shares his tumultuous journey of life-changing injuries, substance abuse, suicidal thoughts, and mental health struggles, culminating in his diagnosis of bipolar one disorder. We focus on Mental Health, Writing, and ResilienceTyler describes how a manic episode led him to write his book, 'The Maniac with No Knees,' and how he found purpose and community through writing and rugby. Tyler's story is one of resilience and the importance of authenticity and community in...
2025-02-1847 minStartup Ignition PodcastAI Gold Rush, Startup Cycles, and the Art of Bootstrapping: What Every Founder Needs to KnowIn this episode, we explore the evolving entrepreneurial landscape heading into 2025, covering the impact of AI, macroeconomic cycles, venture capital trends, and foundational principles like founder-market fit and business model validation.(00:00:00) - Welcome back to Startup Ignition for episode two.(00:01:24) - Father-son icebreaker: startup terminology.(00:02:01) - Defining "Dulu" in startup lingo.(00:02:28) - Defining "Let them cook" in startup lingo.(00:02:56) - Defining "Riz" in startup lingo.(00:03:49) - Defining "Brainrot" in startup lingo.(00:04:13) - Old school vs. new school: the changing landscape for entrepreneurs in 2025.(00:05:07) - Multi-decade look at venture scalability.(00:06:22...
2025-02-1458 minStartup Ignition PodcastAI Gold Rush, Startup Cycles, and the Art of Bootstrapping: What Every Founder Needs to KnowIn this episode, we explore the evolving entrepreneurial landscape heading into 2025, covering the impact of AI, macroeconomic cycles, venture capital trends, and foundational principles like founder-market fit and business model validation.(00:00:00) - Welcome back to Startup Ignition for episode two.(00:01:24) - Father-son icebreaker: startup terminology.(00:02:01) - Defining "Dulu" in startup lingo.(00:02:28) - Defining "Let them cook" in startup lingo.(00:02:56) - Defining "Riz" in startup lingo.(00:03:49) - Defining "Brainrot" in startup lingo.(00:04:13) - Old school vs. new school: the changing landscape for entrepreneurs in 2025.(00:05:07) - Multi-decade look at venture scalability.(00:06:22...
2025-02-141h 00Startup Ignition PodcastOur Journeys, Lean Startup Insights, Economic Cycles, and AI's Role in Modern Entrepreneurship00:00 Introduction01:06 Startup Insights02:31 Early Experiences04:04 Experiences at Google05:03 Startup Ignition06:04 Startup Challenges07:34 Lean Startup Principles08:10 Validation Importance11:13 Success Stories13:28 Scalable Ventures34:18 Investing Criteria40:23 AI Trends54:20 Economic Cycles56:40 ConclusionJoin our online academy for free:https://startupignition.com/academyApply to be a guest on the pod:https://startup-ignition-podcast.paperform.co/ Follow John & Tyler: https://x.com/trich_https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnrichards/ Subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsuHaUFM83RoVl9XkGmTFig/vid...
2025-02-0758 min
Ranchonomics25. Chicken Curious with Tyler Dawley, Part 2In this episode of the Ranchonomics podcast, host John Haskell welcomes back Tyler Dawley to the podcast to continue their conversation on the challenges of raising chickens. We discuss creating environments that work with chickens’ instincts as well as the logistics of catching and transporting thousands of chickens at a time. Tyler provides information about efficiently sourcing feed for large numbers of birds, managing the rapid growth cycle of chickens, and how he gets chicks in large quantities for his operation.Be sure to listen to Part 1 of this conversation: https://www.ranchrightllc.com/post/chicken-curious-with-tyler-dawley-part-1-episode-24...
2024-12-2420 minRanchonomics24. Chicken Curious with Tyler Dawley, Part 1In this episode, host John Haskell welcomes Tyler Dawley to the podcast to discuss regenerative agriculture and the challenges of chicken processing. We are covering the intricacies of finding a market for chicken products and the complexities involved in USDA versus on-farm processing. Tyler also shares insights into the logistics of large-scale chicken farming, managing contracts, and the potential challenges of unexpectedly needing to sell a large number of chickens. Tyler Dawley is a guy who has lived in one spot his entire life. That spot is Big Bluff Ranch, the family ranch. Since he was a ki...
2024-12-1723 min
The Tyler Dickerhoof ShowJohn Maxwell on the Secrets of Building TrustIn this special episode, recorded live at The Impact Driven Leader Annual Summit, host Tyler Dickerhoof interviews leadership expert John Maxwell to discuss the essence of authentic and effective leadership in today's challenging times. John explains the importance of self-awareness, accountability, and taking the "high road" as a leader. Learn why directional leadership may not be the best approach and how leaders can turn blind spots into growth opportunities. Whether you're aspiring to be a better leader or looking to create a meaningful impact, this episode provides actionable insights to help you rise to your potential.
2024-12-0423 min
5 Minute BiographiesJohn Tyler
John Tyler, the tenth President of the United States, was born on 29 March 1790 at Greenway Plantation in Charles City County, Virginia. His rise to the presidency came unexpectedly after the sudden death of President William Henry Harrison in 1841, making Tyler the first vice president to assume the presidency due to the death of a sitting president. His presidency, which lasted until 1845, was marked by both controversy and significant accomplishments, particularly in foreign policy and territorial expansion. Tyler’s staunch belief in states’ rights and limited government often placed him at odds with his own party and set important precedents for...
2024-10-2709 min
Warden's WatchTyler & Chris Johnson – Alaska Bear Attack134 Tyler & Chris Johnson – Alaska Bear Attack While hunting in Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula in August, Tyler Johnson and his father were suddenly charged by a large brown bear. Despite being seriously injured and accidently shot through the leg, the seasoned outdoorsman calmly filmed a video documenting the attack while waiting for rescue. Tyler and his dad join us to share their harrowing story.Our Sponsors: Thin Green Line PodcastDon Noyes ChevroletNorth American Game Warden MuseumSovereign Sports...
2024-09-1840 min
The Truth In This Art: Stories That MatterArtscape 40: John Tyler Showcases Musical Innovation on StageIn the special "The Truth In This Art" series at Artscape 40, I speak with musician and curator John Tyler before his performance on the North of North Stage on Day 3 of the festival. John is a multi-time guest on "The Truth In This Art," known for his innovative approach to music and curation.John Tyler is a versatile musician, producer, and curator from Baltimore, known for his unique blend of genres, including hip-hop, jazz, and R&B. As the founder of the Love Groove Music Festival, John has made significant contributions to the Baltimore music scene by...
2024-08-1128 min
Listen to New Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Legal & PoliticalThe John Tyler Thrillers: Volume 3 by Tom FowlerPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/792685 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The John Tyler Thrillers: Volume 3 Series: #3 of The John Tyler Thriller Collections Author: Tom Fowler Narrator: Ryan Haugen Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 17 hours 6 minutes Release date: June 15, 2024 Genres: Legal & Political Publisher's Summary: A retired Green Beret who can’t walk away from trouble continues to find plenty of it. This omnibus edition collects the standalone John Tyler action thriller novels Forced Induction and The Low Road. Forced Induction: An injured street racer leads Tyler to a gun-running militia and ensnares him in a dangerous vendetta. When the young man...
2024-06-1505 min
Visiting the PresidentsS3 E10 John Tyler's Tomb"Doctor, I am going. Perhaps it is best.” Our First President to die in a foreign country, John Tyler, 10th President of the United States! Learn about his tumultuous post-Presidency; his illness and death; his funeral, burial, and commemorations, plus his controversial gravesite!Check out the website at VisitingthePresidents.com for visual aids, links, past episodes, recommended reading, and other information!Episode Page: https://visitingthepresidents.com/2024/06/05/season-3-episode-10-john-tylers-tomb/Season 1's John Tyler Episode: "John Tyler and Greenway Plantation" on his birthplace!Season 2's John Tyler Episode: "John Tyler and Sherwood Forest" on...
2024-06-0545 min
Enjoy Offering of Full Audiobooks in Non-Fiction, EducationBackfire: A John Tyler Thrilelr - Tom FowlerListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://epod.spaceTitle: Backfire: A John Tyler ThrilelrAuthor: Tom FowlerNarrator: Ryan HaugenFormat: UnabridgedLength: 8:22:32Language: EnglishRelease date: 05-30-2024Publisher: Authors RepublicGenres: Mystery, Thriller & Horror, SuspenseSummary:He’s trying to leave the past behind.
But when darkness comes calling, this vigilant survivor still has a few bloody tricks up his sleeve.
John Tyler refuses to give evil an inch. So after a service friend’s death is quickly followed by an a...
2024-05-308h 22
Rise Up CountryEpisode 25: Tyler Hubbard and Matt Stell | Lessons in HOPEWe're back for a New Episode of Rise Up Country - The Podcast and on this one we've got Tyler Hubbard and Matt Stell as our Guests! We can't wait to hear your stories as well! You can always call us on the HOPE Line 1-844-717-7774 Toll Free and leave us a Message!
2024-05-0721 min
Security DilemmaJohn Byrnes and Tyler Koteskey on Veterans, Reservists and WarshipsThis week on Security Dilemma, John Allen Gay and Patrick Carver Fox talk with John Byrnes and Tyler Koteskey of Concerned Veterans for America. This episode covers how veteran communities have been affected by the Global War on Terror, the use and misuse of reservists and national guardsmen, naval procurement and more.
John Byrnes is strategic director for Concerned Veterans for America. He joined the marine corps in 1991 out of high school and served four years, deployed to Somalia in 1993. He joined the New York National Guard, serving at ground zero after the September 11th terrorist attacks...
2024-04-161h 03
Think Business with TylerJohn Foster's Visionary Model for Tomorrow's EntrepreneursWelcome to Think Business with Tyler, the podcast that dives deep into the minds of entrepreneurs and business owners. I'm your host, Tyler Martin, and today we have a truly inspiring episode in store for you.In this episode, we'll be joined by John Foster, founder of Middle School MBA and former corporate strategist. John's innovative approach to education is transforming the way we prepare our children for the world of business.Get ready to hear about the remarkable impact his program is making, teaching complex concepts like capital structures to students as young as...
2024-01-0832 min
American History HitPresident John Tyler: The 'Accidental' PresidentHe may have been the tenth President, but John Tyler - 'His Accidency' - was a pioneer in many ways.Tyler was the first Vice President to assume the position of commander-in-chief on the death of their running mate, the first President to be kicked out of their own political party, and the only President to renounce their US citizenship.Don is joined by Dr Christopher Leahy from Keuka College to explore the presidency of John Tyler. Chris' book, ‘President without a Party: The Life of John Tyler’, is the first full biography of J...
2023-12-0637 minAmerican History HitPresident John Tyler: The 'Accidental' PresidentHe may have been the tenth President, but John Tyler - 'His Accidency' - was a pioneer in many ways.Tyler was the first Vice President to assume the position of commander-in-chief on the death of their running mate, the first President to be kicked out of their own political party, and the only President to renounce their US citizenship.Don is joined by Dr Christopher Leahy from Keuka College to explore the presidency of John Tyler. Chris' book, ‘President without a Party: The Life of John Tyler’, is the first full biography of J...
2023-12-0637 min
Inquisikids DailyWho Was John Tyler?Who Was John Tyler? Join us today as we learn about the Vice President who had to be the first one to take over the office of President--John Tyler.
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https://www.washingtonpost.com/history/2020/11/29/president-john-tyler-grandson-harrison/
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2022-08-1605 min
Leading in EcommerceTurning Google Search Results into Amazon Revenue | Tyler Gregg, Director of Operations at AmpdPodcast SummaryIn this episode, Tyler Gregg, Director of Operations at Ampd, shares his knowledge about connecting Google and Amazon to bring more traffic to brands. Tyler starts by giving a short recap of his experience at the recent Accelerate event, then he dives into Ampd’s data perspective. He explains why you should focus on driving Google traffic to Amazon, how the ripple effect plays a role in purchases, and how you should experiment with Google. One tip of advice is to build your brand on Amazon. Tyler provides several specific examples of how to do so...
2022-07-0737 min
Visiting the PresidentsS2 E10 John Tyler and Sherwood ForestEvery “outlaw” needs a Sherwood Forest! Head back to the James River area for Sherwood Forest, home of John Tyler, 10th President, outside Charles City, Virginia! Hear about Tyler's complex political rise, his unprecedented ascension, his sprawling family, and his iconic home!Check out the website at VisitingthePresidents.com for visual aids, links, past episodes, recommended reading, and other information!Episode Page: https://visitingthepresidents.com/2022/05/03/season-2-episode-10-john-tyler-and-sherwood-forest/Season 1’s John Tyler Episode: "John Tyler and Greenway Plantation" on his birthplace!Season 3’s John Tyler Episode: “John Tyler’s Tomb” on his gravesite!
2022-05-0343 min
No Pix After Dark PodcastEP 166: Baltimore Music Artist John TylerEP 166: Aaron sat down with Baltimore Music Artist John Tyler to discuss Mental Health and how it has affected him in various stages of his career and currently now. He performed at Firefly Music Festival with Peach Face and that was an experience that changed his life perspective. We spoke on how he wanted to be architect growing up but found the passion of music through an unlikely avenue. He has a new album out & we talk about the next movement with Love Groove Ent/Festival
John Tyler is a 21-year-old artist, multi- instrumentalist, multi-genre producer, Founder of Lo...
2022-02-1434 min
TradFi to DeFiTradFi to DeFi - Episode 0 | Introducing John & TylerWelcome to TradFi to DeFi! We kickoff our journey into the world of crypto with an overview of the mission and goals of TradFi to DeFi. What does it mean to go from TradFi to DeFi? How did we get started on our journey? What inspires us to live work and play in the world of crypto, DeFi and NFTs?Join us on the journey from TradFi to DeFi!
Timestamps:
1:24 What is TradFi to DeFi?
1:43 John's worked in traditional finance for many years, wants to bridge TradFi to DeFi!
2:26 Tyler's story
5:12 We invite...
2022-01-2317 min
No Thank YouWhere We've BeenWelcome back to No Thank you! In this episode, we catch up on where we’ve been. We’re sorry we disappeared for a while. We do tell stories about our trip to Portland, Alicia’s new crazy job, and our brief friend fight. We discuss music burnout, travel plans for the new year, and how JT saved a Jimmy John’s delivery guy’s life. Also, we both agree that flight attendant training should absolutely be a reality television series. P.S. men are always the problem
2022-01-2241 min
The Truth In This Art: Stories That MatterHarmonizing Creativity: Unveiling John Tyler's Journey and Love Groove Music FestivalGet ready to be mesmerized by the art world's wonders as Rob Lee shares the truth behind masterful creations on this podcast. Together with our guest today: John Tyler, the talented 21-year-old artist, is a musician, film scorer, and the visionary behind the Love Groove Music Festival. With an impressive list of achievements, he has collaborated with renowned brands like Under Armour, Bloomberg Philanthropies, Visit Baltimore, and Maryland Public Television for film scoring projects. John's musical journey started early, releasing his first mixtape at the age of 16 and later debuting his album "The Good Side of Things" in 2019, which...
2021-12-3034 min
Old Time Radio ListenerMr. President - John TylerJohn Tyler was the tenth president of the United States and was in the White House from 1841-1845
John Tyler had been elected vice president and became president when William Henry Harrison died after only a month in office. Throughout his term President Tyler fought for a treaty for the annexation of Texas to the United States and this was done during his term by joint resolution of congress. The mutiny on the USS Somers actually happened and Philip Spencer the son of secretary of war John Spencer was executed in a case that...
2021-11-201h 28
Out of the LoopOoTL with storyteller John BucherIn this episode, we hear John Bucher's Out of the Loop story along with a life update. John lived much of his childhood through early adulthood in Tyler and graduated from John Tyler High School. He's a mythologist and storyteller based out of Hollywood, California and serves as creative director for the Joseph Campbell Foundation. John is also an author, podcaster and speaker. He has worked with companies including HBO, DC comics and the History Channel and serves as a consultant and writer for numerous film, television and virtual reality projects. John the author of six books, including...
2021-11-1553 min
unPresidentedUnPresidented: John TylerJohn Tyler
Who are the Whigs, and how does John Tyler, a former Democratic-Republican and low-level House member, find himself on their ticket in the 1840 election? In this episode of Unpresidented, we explore the wild, uncertain politics that emerge out of the Founders Era. Figures like Hamilton, Jefferson and Madison are replaced by a less remembered generation such as John Calhoun, Andrew Jackson, and William Henry Harrison -- that splits up the Democratic-Republican Party into a new era of partisan divide.
John Tyler emerging as President within this new group of political leaders, though, assures...
2021-08-1556 minunPresidentedUnPresidented: John TylerJohn Tyler
Who are the Whigs, and how does John Tyler, a former Democratic-Republican and low-level House member, find himself on their ticket in the 1840 election? In this episode of Unpresidented, we explore the wild, uncertain politics that emerge out of the Founders Era. Figures like Hamilton, Jefferson and Madison are replaced by a less remembered generation such as John Calhoun, Andrew Jackson, and William Henry Harrison -- that splits up the Democratic-Republican Party into a new era of partisan divide.
John Tyler emerging as President within this new group of political leaders, though, assures...
2021-08-151h 04
Elevate with Tyler Chesser - The Real Estate Podcast for Investing, Mindset and Personal DevelopmentE160 John Fortes - Tips and Tactics for High-Level Passive Real Estate InvestingJohn Fortes, also known as The Passive Investor Consultant, founded The Fortes Company, which partners with working professionals seeking to invest in a diversified commercial multifamily fund. John raises funds and acquires commercial real estate that allows investors to truly diversify their investment and create a stream of cash flow.
Tyler and John’s discussion focused on the best practices of passive real estate investing, covering its tips, tactics, mindsets, lessons and benefits. Highlights include:
The five greatest benefits of passively investing in real estate
Lessons John learned as an NCAA basketball referee and applied to pas...
2021-05-1355 min
The Truth In This Art: Stories That MatterSoulful Soundscapes: A Captivating Conversation with Visionary R&B/Jazz Artist John TylerIn this episode of the podcast, join host Rob Lee as he engages in a fascinating conversation with John Tyler, the visionary R&B/jazz artist, producer, and musician. Hailing from Brooklyn, NY, and raised in Baltimore, MD, John draws from his diverse experiences to create a unique blend of sounds in his compositions. Inspired by Guitar Hero video games, he began playing guitar at a young age and later pursued formal musical training at School of Rock Baltimore. Overcoming bullying through music, John released his first album, "True Art," at the age of 16, followed by "True Love" in 2018...
2021-04-1933 min
Visiting the PresidentsS1 E10 John Tyler and Greenway PlantationThe "Accidental President," the first to become president without being elected to the office, John Tyler grew up just down the road (now John Tyler Highway) from his running mate and predecessor, William Henry Harrison in Charles City, VA! The man without a party has a still standing birthplace: come visit the odd road Tyler took the presidency as well as what has happened to his house! Check out the website at VisitingthePresidents.com for visual aids, links, past episodes, and other information! Episode Page: https://visitingthepresidents.com/2021/03/23/john-tyler-and-greenway-plantation/ Season 2's John Tyler Episode: "J...
2021-03-2331 min
Sketch Watch Play#38: Back to the Future Retrospective/Bill & Ted Face the Music (ft. Tyler Moliterno))John catches up with friend of the show and fellow podcaster Tyler Moliterno to finally talk something non-Marvel on the show. Tyler gives his thoughts on the long-time-coming third Bill and Ted movie, and both of them tackle one of the most beloved trilogies of all time by unpacking the Back to the Future series. Not just the stories, too, as Tyler deep dives into the brain-melting alternate timelines, versions of characters, and crazy ramifications of the time travel that blows John's mind, though not before John finally crosses one off the bucket list by watching BttF Pt. 3 for th...
2020-10-292h 27Elevate with Tyler Chesser - The Real Estate Podcast for Investing, Mindset and Personal DevelopmentE87 - Training Your Brain for Unlimited Abundance with Mindset Expert John AssarafJohn Assaraf has built five multimillion dollar companies, written two New York Times bestselling books and featured in eight movies, including the blockbuster hit “The Secret” and “Quest For Success” with Richard Branson and the Dalai Lama. Today, he is founder and CEO of NeuroGym, a company dedicated to using the most advanced technologies and evidence based brain training methods to help individuals unleash their fullest potential and maximize their results.
In this episode, Tyler and John’s discussion focused on training your subconscious mind to live a fulfilling life. John shared his story of overcoming limiting beliefs, fr...
2020-09-1556 minElevate with Tyler Chesser - The Real Estate Podcast for Investing, Mindset and Personal DevelopmentE73 - Multidisciplinary Approach to Enduring Success with Television Personality John BrenkusJohn Brenkus has spent the last decade studying and popularizing the unique characteristics of the world’s greatest athletes. A co-founder of BASE Productions, he co-created Fight Science for the National Geographic Channel. He is also the on-air host, co-creator and executive producer of ESPN’s Sport Science. Sport Science has appeared in and produced over 1800 segments that have been featured on ABC and ESPN's enormous sports platform. Through Sport Science, Brenkus has appeared before 80 million people annually for the last decade, has won six Emmys, and has written a NYT Bestseller "The Perfection Point". His expertise in analyzing sport...
2020-07-2854 min
Speaking of WritersChristopher J. Leahy-President Without a Party- The Life of John TylerHistorians have long viewed President John Tyler as one of the nation’s least effective heads of state. In President without a Party—the first full- scale biography of Tyler in more than fifty years and the first new academic study of him in eight decades—Christopher J. Leahy explores the life of the tenth chief executive of the United States. Born in the Virginia Tidewater into an elite family sympathetic to the ideals of the American Revolution, Tyler, like his father, worked as an attorney before entering politics. Leahy uses a wealth of primary source materials to chart Tyler’...
2020-07-1710 minElevate with Tyler Chesser - The Real Estate Podcast for Investing, Mindset and Personal DevelopmentE46 - Life-Changing Transformation with John CasmonJohn Casmon is a real estate entrepreneur, who has partnered with busy professionals to invest in close to $90 million worth of apartments. John hosts the Target Market Insights podcast where he covers multifamily and marketing insights. He is the co-creator of the Midwest Real Estate Networking Summit, a no pitch event to connect like-minded Investors. With a background in marketing, he has overseen campaigns for General Motors, Nike and Coors Light amongst others. John was even recognized by Black Enterprise Magazine as one of the “Top Executives in Advertising and Marketing”.
The theme of Tyler and John’s disc...
2020-04-2458 min
Redeeming the Time18. I AM - John E9Redeeming the Time is back with the second-to-last installment in our John series. Tyler starts by giving a brief summary of the content we've covered so far:1. Jesus is here to create something even cooler than the Law2. Jesus is the new Moses and is greater than the ancestors (2 Episodes)3. We’ve explored what John thinks about Jesus and His Divine Identity in the intro passages about “The Word”4. John has pounded into the book the theme of truth, and distinguished between those seeking it and those who treat truth with indifference5. In step w...
2020-04-1025 minRedeeming the Time15. Brought to you by the Number 1 - John E7On this week’s episode of the Redeeming the Time Podcast, Tyler’s here to talk about another theme that runs through the Gospel of John. Jesus talks a lot about the idea of “oneness,” especially referring to His own relationship with God the Father before the foundations of the earth. Why does Jesus talk about this so much? What does it matter to us? How does it fit into the rest of the story? Tyler answers all these questions and more in this week’s episode. One important point in particular is how it fits into the story of t...
2019-11-2941 minRedeeming the Time13. What is Truth? - John E5On this episode of the Redeeming the Time podcast, we’re exploring the theme of “The Truth” in John’s Gospel! The truth is possibly THE theme for the book, so it’s important we get it nailed down.The article that Tyler quoted from is https://www.etsjets.org/files/JETS-PDFs/48/48-1/48-1-pp033-062_JETS.pdf which he highly recommends you read for yourself. Andreas Köstenberger’s work is incredible!Tyler also recommends this source as additional reading, including the comments down low: https://oneinjesus.info/2009/04/dialogue-with-robert-prater-what-is-truth-johns-gospel/Finally, the Gospel of...
2019-11-0152 minRedeeming the Time12. The Word is the Word - John E4In today’s episode of Redeeming the Time, Tyler reads how John 1:1 calls Jesus “The Word,” and then he tries to explain that concept without committing major heresy, which proved to be rather difficult. However, it’s well worth the trouble of figuring it out because it takes the huge concept of why Jesus came to earth and uses a perfect metaphor to simplify it for our tiny human minds. All this and more in today’s adventure into the book of John!Here’s the link to the John movie Tyler talked about. It’s...
2019-10-1132 min
Maxwell Leadership PodcastA Story of Success with Tyler PerryIn this episode, we're sharing an impactful conversation between John C. Maxwell and Tyler Perry from last year's Live2Lead event in Atlanta, Georgia. You'll be inspired and encouraged as you hear Tyler's story of overcoming adversity, finally making it, and then realizing the opportunity he has to create a positive impact on so many other lives. John sums it up well when he says, "Success is what I do for myself. Significance is what I do for others." We have a special BONUS resource for you and your team with this episode: a video of the f...
2019-07-3135 min
Shifting Focus with John BunnYour Work Isn't the Most Important Thing with Tyler HerrintonYour work isn't the most important thing. Let that sink in for a second. How many people do you know that have AMAZING work, but only get a couple hundred views on their videos? Why is this? When it comes down to it, a LOT of people focus solely on the creative side of their business, and think everything else will just work out. They think that if they make good enough work, people will come flocking to them. For the most part, unless you hit the jackpot of luck in your business, this isn't the case.
2019-03-041h 04
Discourse in MagicCardistry, Magic, and Getting Noticed with John StesselOur guest this week came across our Instagram feed and we knew we had to have him on the podcast. His work as a cardist is truly awe-inspiring. John first got into magic after his family got him a magic kit when he was 8 years old. He learned the boomerang card throw at age eleven and from that point on cardistry became his obsession. Finding tricks was difficult as he fell into the generation where magic stores started to close but online stores were not yet common. That forced him to develop his own magic and his own style.
2018-01-111h 10
The Real Estate Locker Room Show with John CarneyJC 008: How to maximize cash flow with Tyler SheffMeet Tyler Sheff, the founder of CashFlowGuys.com, is a licensed real estate agent, problem solver, educator, inventor and syndicator. Want more mailbox money? Stop paying retail for your investment properties and boost your cash flow. Tyler shares his strategies for deal structure and offers advice on how to adjust your mindset in order to scale your business. The mission of The Cash Flow Guys is to create successful real estate investors. Tyler teaches investor how to do the math associated with vetting a deal and how to interoperate the results. Tyler’s th...
2017-04-2600 min
Sketch Watch Play#10: Marvel Cinematic Universe/Power Rangers Reboot/WWE Crossover Cartoons (ft. Tyler Moliterno & Chris Wade)We hit the double digits with all we've got, as Tyler Moliterno from Generation Animation joins us for our longest episode ever (We started early and ran long, which explains a lot). We kick things off with a talk about the recent rash of bizarre direct-to-video movies featuring classic cartoons teaming up with WWE superstars, which ended up being the best way for Chris & Tyler to bond without any of us planning for it. Afterwards, John and Tyler dive into their overall thoughts on the recent big-screen reimagining of the Power Rangers, complete with nostalgic thoughts and sp...
2017-04-112h 18
The Other SideHeadliner of State: John TylerJohn Tyler is the answer to a few trivia questions: The first vice president promoted to the big job, the president with the most kids, and the only president who joined the Confederacy. But what about this distinction: Was Tyler the funniest president? Professor Edward P. Crapol (retired from the College of William and Mary) is our guest. His 2006 biography, "John Tyler: The Accidental President," is one of the most significant studies of the 10th president in the last 50 years. Ed helps us understand Tyler's "aristocratic" bearing and shares some choice examples of the Virginian's wit.
2016-10-0438 min