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Tropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder Lifestyle#814 Growth vs. Optimization — 90% of Growth Comes from 10% of Activities?What happens when you’ve optimized everything… and growth still stalls? In this episode, Dan and Ian break down a powerful distinction most founders miss: the difference between optimization (making your business run smoother) and growth (finding and testing new paths to scale). They unpack insights from Growth Levers by Matt Lerner, a framework that helped PayPal and other startups unlock massive growth and why it still applies to bootstrappers today.
You’ll also get a behind-the-scenes look at how Dan and Ian run operations in under 5 hours per week using the “Four Bricks”: financials, a measured plan, indi...
2025-07-0339 min
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 92: A Night to Remember with Dave FrezinaIts Episode 92 (Not 29 like it says in the recording, Dan)! This time around, it’s just Dan at the mic, as Ian couldn’t make it to the recording. But not to worry — longtime friend of the show Dave Fresina joins in for a great chat about the 1958 classic A Night to Remember. The two dive into what makes this version of the Titanic story so compelling, from its understated approach to the powerful way it handles real-life tragedy. It’s a thoughtful, nostalgic, and at times surprising look at a film that still holds up decades later.Check...
2025-05-0644 minDan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 91: Dune (1984) with our friend SeanThe sleeper has awaken! In this episode of Dan and Ian Have Questions, the hosts are joined by special guest Sean Jones to dive deep into the 1984 film, Dune, directed by David Lynch. They explore Lynch's unique vision for Frank Herbert's iconic science fiction novel, dissecting its surreal style, complex themes, and unforgettable visuals. The conversation also takes a turn toward the movie’s legendary soundtrack, composed by the band Toto and Brian Eno. Tune in as they unpack the film’s influence, its cult following, and how the music perfectly complements the epic story. Whether you’re a Dune f...
2025-03-1757 minTropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder Lifestyle#790 The 2024 Recap: Business Updates, Financial Insights & Family MattersDan and Ian reflect on their personal and business highlights from 2024, discussing parenting, travel, finance, making hard decisions in business and gaining clarity. They also dive into the systems and frameworks that have driven meaningful progress for them and their coaching clients over the past year.
Learn more at [dynamitecircle.com](dynamitecircle.com)
Chapters
(00:00:27) New Year Reflections and Personal Updates
(00:02:54) Exploring Relationships and Parenting Dynamics
(00:08:00) Travel Goals: Family and Wifi
(00:10:16) Year of Changing Views on Finance
(00:15:01) What people who are making progress have in common
(00:22:10) What those who...
2025-01-1747 min
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 90: roller coastin' for a living with Amanda MercadoDan and Ian interview Amanda Mercado, who built roller coasters around the world. You've ridden them now you get to find the amount time and effort to make them!Check out the company Amanda works for: https://rideentertainment.com/Here is a video of one projects she petsonally worked on: https://youtu.be/R3b5R_Jva2I?si=B3rVMjHckir2OrL-Show Email:Danandianpod@gmail.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/Dan-and-Ian-have-questions-podcast-101763072012202Music by Ian SavageMusic recorded and produced by Shaun Vanek:https://vanekinc.com...
2024-11-1149 min
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 89: Georgia Savory loves Big TroubleDan and Ian have another visit with previous guest, Georgia Savory to talk about her favorite movie, Big Trouble in Little China!Whats your favorite movie?Please visit her links.https://natickprayingindians.org/Georgia's Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/geosavvy88/Show Email:Danandianpod@gmail.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/Dan-and-Ian-have-questions-podcast-101763072012202Music by Ian SavageMusic recorded and produced by Shaun Vanek:https://vanekinc.com/https://www.facebook.com/Vanik666https://vanik.bandcamp.comMusic recorded at:https...
2024-10-161h 03
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 84: Katie Avila and the nomad lifeThis week is Artist and cleveland native, Katie Avila. She takes us through her journey of being a manager of a ska band to working for (Dan and Ian’s favorite topic) Lucasfilm all the way to how she found her true passion. Please visit the links below for all of her information. Katie Brain Projector Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/katiebrainprojector?igsh=eHNqdDUycDY5bWRp78th St studios:https://www.instagram.com/78ststudios?igsh=aTI5d2I1bHVuanA5Show Email:Danandianpod@gmail.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/Da...
2024-07-221h 04Tropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder Lifestyle#763 10 ideas for businesses seeking $1 Mil in RevenueIn this week's conversation, Dan and Ian discuss 10 ideas that provide valuable insights and strategies for entrepreneurs looking to grow their revenue to $1 Million and beyond.
From years of experience and countless coaching calls, Dan and Ian cover topics such as finding a product with a tailwind, getting out of delivery, hiring a key badass, understanding your business model, optimizing your marketing funnel, and much more…
These strategies can provide a roadmap for entrepreneurs to focus on the most impactful areas of their business and make informed decisions to drive growth.
Dan & Ian’s St...
2024-07-1146 min
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 83: Disney trippin and Connecticut cruisinHey all! Dan and Ian are back from their various trips and they want to talk all about it to you!This time we have John Zancanaro and Liz Roger's to fill in the Disney gaps!What trips are you planning on this summer?Show Email:Danandianpod@gmail.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/Dan-and-Ian-have-questions-podcast-101763072012202Music by Ian SavageMusic recorded and produced by Shaun Vanek:https://vanekinc.com/https://www.facebook.com/Vanik666https://vanik.bandcamp.comMusic recorded at:https://www...
2024-06-081h 11
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 82: Din Strikes BackDin from F-105 sits down with us again to discuss his new EP release, "Baby makes three". We go through each song and ask him what was the inspiration.Din also announces his New Album that will be coming out this Fall called, "F-105 2 Side A". Check out Din and F-105 when they go out on tour!Main Site:https://skysinger.wixsite.com/f105Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/f105dinInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/f105music/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR1SWExgQz93GaJF4m8BlYwKJrj9CQiU7WbCqJftJHDaxThfC0OwGFjgIyI...
2024-05-311h 06
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 81: Trivia Round 3 (The Finale???) with Dale Morristhis week is round 3 of trivia with our friend Dale. Is this the end for Ian? Listen and find out. Enjoy!Follow Dale here:https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2F_u%2Fdalestoys%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2zQxOX6L19vDvz_9wKJufPXg_G230j0JXYagEyWreA83K2rtUkgVlGtpI_aem_AaD9NGn4ZEHSEGy6auVYiaW3qf3a4fYDpEQoLIy8I0E5hiwiUFEr7wx6uDT79APQCd5JQOgTOwDKzG_7r3CwSgWF&h=AT005ykPuBkzY0wNzty2YdKhdwinXR8kUINUU_gR0PDVctltoyJvpGf9Xiq5nbFhD5Lsl9BWXl1Z5PDk-lUnk7ifAb9UUFlzlmZzStugkBfmgeT_SCZHybPCDgaVwnLONjO77tY1YLJJZNMWShow Email:Danandianpod@gmail.com
2024-05-1718 min
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastMay the 4th be with youThis week its a look back at some of our past Star Wars related guests. Dan Madsen, Angie Mayhew, Cliff Cramp, Cris Macht and Larry Elig. May the force be with you and enjoy!Laurence Elig-ScuptorWebsite: https://www.lawrenceelig.com/Angie Mayhew-Mayhew FoundationWebsite: https://www.mayhewfoundation.org/FB: https://www.facebook.com/thePMF/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheWookieeRoarsCliff Cramp:https://www.cliffcramp.com/https://m.facebook.com/cliffcrampillustrationCris Macht:Machtails from the cantina Patreon page:https://www.patreon.com/machtails...
2024-05-0444 min
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 77: Rockin' with The Clemenzi CrusadersThe Clemenzi Crusaders! Dan and Ian sit down with this rocking father-son duo and talk about how their style came about. We had a great talk that we know you will enjoy!Check them out at these events!Saturday/Sunday, April 20/21st - Maine Toy and Comic in PortlandSaturday/Sunday, April 27th/28th - Maine Cosplay ExtavaganzaSaturday, May 4th - Free Comic Day Granite StateSaturday, May 4th - PLAY in New BedfordSaturday, May 11th - Kids Con ConcordSaturday, June 15t...
2024-04-1840 min
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 76: Helping Students by Mentoring with Nicole LewisLooking to help mentoring a student in your community? Dan and Ian site down with Nicole Lewis, Program Director of the Mentor RI. A Non profit organization dedicated in helping student from around the state of Rhode Island.Please enjoy and if you want to be involved, please click the links below for more info.National Mentoring Resourcing Center:https://nationalmentoringresourcecenter.org/Mentor RI:https://mentorri.org/How to Donate:Mentor Rhode Island: The Rhode Island Mentoring Partnership Inc - 2024 MENTOR Rhode Island Annual Campaign (networkforgood.com)
2024-03-2939 min
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 74: Vampires and Lisa Cooper with J.M. CeliThis weeks theme is Vampires. We figured there’s no better way to talk about this subject than with author J.M. Celi. His love of vampires and storytelling has transformed into his book, The Unlife of Lisa Cooper. Sit back and listen while we talk vampires. Website: https://www.jmceli.com/https://www.youtube.com/@authorjmceliFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jm.celi.54Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/jm_celiInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jm_celiShow Email:Danandianpod@gmail.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/Dan-and-Ian-have-questions-podcast-101763072012202
2024-03-1439 min
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 73: Getting to know the Tribe with Georgia SavoryThis week Dan and Ian sit down with Georgia Savory of the Massachusetts Natick Praying Indian tribe. We learn about the history and how do tribes survive to modern times. We learned alot and we hope you do too!To learn more about the Massachusetts Natick Praying Indians check out their site:https://natickprayingindians.org/index.htmlIf you're curious about the Native Americans that once lived and still are active in your area, check out this site:https://native-land.ca/Show Email:Danandianpod@gmail.comFacebook:htt...
2024-03-0538 min
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpoisode 72: The history and love of Werewolves with John Grover and David ChrisomThis week we have our good buddies John and Dave on to talk about werewolves . They both have a love for all things monsters but they have written a book together “Call of the pack : Dark werewolf tales”. They also share their favorite mythologies and pop culture moments of the creatures. Please check out the links below to follow and purchase their great works. Enjoy!Get the book here:Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/Call-Pack-Dark-Werewolf-Tales-ebook/dp/B09KMMVSGS/ref=sr_1_1?crid=30DWGZN5807NE&keywords=call+of+the+pack+chrisom&qid=1642128444&s=books&sprefix=Call+of+the+pack...
2024-02-0533 min
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 71: Comic strip heroes to heroes in scriptureThis week we talk the origins of superheroes. First we talk, The Phantom and his origins in the comic strips. Then we have a great buddy of ours, Craig join us to talk about early historical heroes in scripture. Enjoy!Show Email:Danandianpod@gmail.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/Dan-and-Ian-have-questions-podcast-101763072012202Music by Ian SavageMusic recorded and produced by Shaun Vanek:https://vanekinc.com/https://www.facebook.com/Vanik666https://vanik.bandcamp.comMusic recorded at:https://www.facebook.com/MercinaryStudios/Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple...
2024-01-311h 06Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 70: Dan at Rhode Island Comic ConBetter late than never. Here are some interviews from Dans trip to RICC 2023.Show Email:Danandianpod@gmail.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/Dan-and-Ian-have-questions-podcast-101763072012202Music by Ian SavageMusic recorded and produced by Shaun Vanek:https://vanekinc.com/https://www.facebook.com/Vanik666https://vanik.bandcamp.comMusic recorded at:https://www.facebook.com/MercinaryStudios/Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/.../dan-and-ian.../id1587402809Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/4Japfp4HSBjXlfEL2d0J7SStitcher:https://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=654153Podcast...
2024-01-1850 min
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 69: Dan and Ian catch upthis week........... Dan and Ian Catch up after a long time.Show Email:Danandianpod@gmail.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/Dan-and-Ian-have-questions-podcast-101763072012202Music by Ian SavageMusic recorded and produced by Shaun Vanek:https://vanekinc.com/https://www.facebook.com/Vanik666https://vanik.bandcamp.comMusic recorded at:https://www.facebook.com/MercinaryStudios/Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/.../dan-and-ian.../id1587402809Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/4Japfp4HSBjXlfEL2d0J7SStitcher:https://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=654153Podcast Addict:...
2024-01-1137 min
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 69: Dan and Ian catch upthis week........... Dan and Ian Catch up after a long time.Show Email:Danandianpod@gmail.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/Dan-and-Ian-have-questions-podcast-101763072012202Music by Ian SavageMusic recorded and produced by Shaun Vanek:https://vanekinc.com/https://www.facebook.com/Vanik666https://vanik.bandcamp.comMusic recorded at:https://www.facebook.com/MercinaryStudios/Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/.../dan-and-ian.../id1587402809Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/4Japfp4HSBjXlfEL2d0J7SStitcher:https://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=654153Podcast Addict:
2024-01-1137 min
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 68: Getting your voice out there with Chris CiullaThis week Dan and Ian talk to Actor, Audiobook Narrator, Voiceover Guy, CEO and Founder of Leonardo Audio, Chris Ciulla.Chris was nice enough to sit with us to talk about his experience as an actor and what lead him to Voiceover and Audio Book Narration.We talk about what is like to do voice over work for video games such as Fallout and starting a school to help young, up and comers navigate through the career if Voice Over work.Please check out his school and his personal site to listen to some s...
2023-10-021h 27
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 67: SVICIDEGHOSTThis week Dan brings his new bud on the show, SVICIDEGHOST. He tells us about his start in music, how he morphed into his own project and life as a solo musician. We also talk production, anime and some other ramblings. Enjoy and check out his stuff in the links below. Opening song "Medicated" by SVICIDEGHOSTFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077424145556Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCubxbfQrBMPj57m8N2T-d0QInstagram:instagram.com/svicideghostSpotify:https://open.spotify.com/artist/4vBheIKsF1kT6P3Sk1Jwby?s...
2023-09-1943 min
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 66: Dan and Ian ReturnHey all! Dan and Ian are back from their various trips and they want to talk all about it to you! Which spins off to a discussion of amusement parks, Fairs and festivals! Now that we are recharged we are ready to go into September with more interviews and pop culture discussions!Email us at:Danandianpod@gmail.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/Dan-and-Ian-have-questions-podcast-101763072012202Music by Ian SavageMusic recorded and produced by Shaun Vanek:https://vanekhalloween.com/https://www.facebook.com/Vanik666https://vanik.bandcamp.comMusic recorded at:https://www.facebook.com/MercinaryStudios/Apple Po...
2023-09-0528 minDan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 66: Dan and Ian ReturnHey all! Dan and Ian are back from their various trips and they want to talk all about it to you! Which spins off to a discussion of amusement parks, Fairs and festivals! Now that we are recharged we are ready to go into September with more interviews and pop culture discussions!Email us at:Danandianpod@gmail.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/Dan-and-Ian-have-questions-podcast-101763072012202Music by Ian SavageMusic recorded and produced by Shaun Vanek:https://vanekhalloween.com/https://www.fa...
2023-09-0528 minTropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder Lifestyle#714 Profit vs. Revenue and the Inside Scoop on Events for FoundersDan and Ian give the inside scoop about their upcoming events strategy and the realization that prompted them to relaunch their hiring search not for an events planner but a business-minded community organizer.
In light of resetting the event strategy for 2024, Dan also chats with the DCx London hosts Seonaid Beckwith, Noel Andrews, and John Ainsworth about how they pulled off one of the best all-time DC events in London last month.
They also give their thoughts in response to a listener's email: should you optimize for revenue growth, profit growth, or both? Dan and...
2023-08-101h 14
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 65: Din of “F-105” and “The Soles”This week Ian goes solo and talks to the amazing Din. We talk music, art and our nerdy exploits. Enjoy!F-105https://www.facebook.com/f105music?mibextid=LQQJ4dThe soleshttps://www.facebook.com/thesolesband?mibextid=LQQJ4dDanandianpod@gmail.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/Dan-and-Ian-have-questions-podcast-101763072012202Music by Ian SavageMusic recorded and produced by Shaun Vanek:https://vanekhalloween.com/https://www.facebook.com/Vanik666https://vanik.bandcamp.comMusic recorded at:https...
2023-08-021h 03Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 64: My backyard, The Bridgewater TriangleToday on Dan and Ian Have Questions Podcast, the gang talks about the recent episode of, "Beyond Skinwalker Ranch", where they visit Dan's stomping grounds and home of alot of Hauntings and strange creatures, The Bridgewater Triangle!We also expand out and talk about a few Myths and legends from around the US.Ian quizes Dan on what are the 5 most internet searched Cryptids.So bring your most unreliable flashlight and camp out in the middle of woods bc this gets creepy. (Jk. no it won't)Danandianpod@gmail.com
2023-07-2632 min
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 61: Defined by Defiance with Hydro 74This week Dan and Ian, Dan goes solo with incredit Artist, Joshua "Hydro74" Smith.Josh took time out of his busy schedule to talk about how he got to where he is today.Working with a Major Companies such as Nike, and Adidas all the way to Lucasfilms and Playstation.He definitely lives by his motto, "Defined by Definace".Please enjoy the show and support you local artist!Website:https://hydro74.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/hydro74
2023-06-141h 07
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastICCC part 2 John Z, Liz and leftover interviewsThis week it’s Ian with his friends Liz and John. We talk to him a little about his trip to iccc. Then after that stay tuned for the rest of the interviews Ian snagged while at the con. Show Email:Danandianpod@gmail.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/Dan-and-Ian-have-questions-podcast-101763072012202Music by Ian SavageMusic recorded and produced by Shaun Vanek:https://vanekhalloween.com/https://www.facebook.com/Vanik666https://vanik.bandcamp.comMusic recorded at:https://www.fac...
2023-06-0947 min
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 59: ICCC 2023 pt.1This week the guys talk about their trip to Tennessee for ICCC 2023. Ian was walking the floor solo on his first adventure recording interviews with guests. We Sleepily talk about our experiences in the con and outside the con. Plus we play a couple interviews snagged by Ian. So enjoy this first part of our ICCC 2023 coverage. check the description for links to all the fine folks we talked to on this episode. ENJOY!Tim Hebel:https://youtube.com/@TheEebelLeia Cameron:https://instagram.com/artbyprincessleia?igshid=ZWQyN2ExYTkwZQ==Show Email:
2023-06-0442 min
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 56: Partyin' at PAX!Dan was at PAX East a few weeks and got some great interviews! Alot of great games you should try out and organizations you should help out!He has so much fun enjoy it all!Interview1:Nate Flynn-Mega Cat StudiosPromoting: WrestlequestInterview 2: Pat-Daedalic EntertainmentPromoting: The Lord of the Rings – Gollum™,Barotrauma, Potion Tycoon, Life of Delta, Rough Justice ‘84, Inkulinati, Children of Silentown, Unrailed!, Hidden Deep, War Pips, Insurmountable, Fling to the finish, Shadow Tactics: Aiko’s Choice, Destroyer...
2023-04-111h 05Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 55: Dan and Ian Go to the movies: The MessengerThis week Dan and Ian take a trip down Ian's High Schools days when he would sit around after school and watched this classic all the time.We drill down to what was accurate and what was just Hollywood fluff. Did it hold up as well as Ian remembers it?Why don't you find out!If you have a movie to suggest don't hesitate and send us message of you own at:Danandianpod@gmail.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/Dan-and-Ian-have-questions-podcast-101763072012202Music by Ian SavageMusic...
2023-03-2449 minDan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 55: Dan and Ian Go to the movies: The MessengerThis week Dan and Ian take a trip down Ian's High Schools days when he would sit around after school and watched this classic all the time.We drill down to what was accurate and what was just Hollywood fluff. Did it hold up as well as Ian remembers it?Why don't you find out!If you have a movie to suggest don't hesitate and send us message of you own at:Danandianpod@gmail.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/Dan-and-Ian-have-questions-podcast-101763072012202Music by Ian Savage...
2023-03-2449 min
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastCliff Cramp ReturnsThis week Ian goes solo. We have returning guest Cliff Cramp. We are so honored to have him talk to us for second time. Cliff is a prolific artist. He does art across all genres of pop culture (Disney, Marvel, Lord of the rings, Star Wars, and more) to the simplicity of American life and now the works of his own whimsy in his new phase of his artistic career. we touch on the subjects as well as, Star Wars Celebration where we were able to meet him in person. please enjoy the show and make sure to purchase o...
2023-02-0353 min
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 50: You worked on that?!?! With Mike CoughlinThis week in Dan and Ian it's just Dan! So I sit down with my good friend Producer, Production Manage, and Additional Crew Member, Mike Coughlin! We go through his Career as he starts at Jim Henson Company, all the way to becoming a Producer to on Big City Greens!I learned lot of on what it really goes on behind the scenes in a movie or cartoons. Mostly the unseedy stuff. But I still had lots of fun talking to Mike!Show Email:Danandianpod@gmail.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com...
2023-01-1253 min
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 48: Dan and Ian Have Questions Holiday SpecialIt's a very special episode this week. Dan shares some memories about Christmas specials of the past. Ian brings the gift of trivia to Dan via some of our good pals. Happy Holidays Everyone!!! Show Email: Danandianpod@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dan-and-Ian-... Music by Ian Savage Music recorded and produced by Shaun Vanek: https://vanekhalloween.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Vanik666 https://vanik.bandcamp.com Music recorded at: https://www.facebook.com/MercinaryStu... Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../dan-an... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Japfp4... Stitcher...
2022-12-2931 min
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 48: Dan and Ian Have Questions Holiday SpecialIt's a very special episode this week. Dan shares some memories about Christmas specials of the past. Ian brings the gift of trivia to Dan via some of our good pals. Happy Holidays Everyone!!! Show Email: Danandianpod@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dan-and-Ian-... Music by Ian Savage Music recorded and produced by Shaun Vanek: https://vanekhalloween.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Vanik666 https://vanik.bandcamp.com Music recorded at: https://www.facebook.com/MercinaryStu... Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../dan-an... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Japfp4... ...
2022-12-2931 minDan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 46: May the force Bea Arthur with Andrew OsborneOn this episode we sit down with Andrew Osborne as he sends us on a journey through his time at the legendary film company Troma.What was it like to write for a video games and even a play about the making of the infamous, Star Wars: Holiday Special.So please enjoy this week's dish of the Dan and Ian Have Questions Podcast.Check out some of Andrew's early films that we spoke during the showPuke: https://youtu.be/J3p4-HKMwuUApocalypse bop: https://youtu.be/z45...
2022-12-071h 09
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 44: Dan goes to Rhode Island Comic ConThis week we hear about Dan's adventures at Rhode Island Comic Con 2022. Contact info.Jason Banks-Tattoo ArtistInsta: https://www.instagram.com/jasonbanksart/FB: https://www.facebook.com/jasonbanksartJason Leone-Free Play BarWebsite: https://freeplaybar.com/Laurence Elig-Scuptor/Previous GuestWebsite: https://www.lawrenceelig.com/Kevin Liell-Norse LegionWebsite: https://norselegionstore.com/FB: https://www.facebook.com/norsetee/John Marks-Brazen Monkey-ScupltorFB: https://www.facebook.com/brazenmonkeyInsta: Brazenmonkey_by_john_marksAngie Mayhew-Mayhew FoundationWebsite...
2022-11-171h 12
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 41: Dan and Ian's Halloween HorrorsHello there ghouls. Its that time of year once again. We get together to discuss some of our favorite creepy movies as well as some new additions to the horror movie database. Enjoy!!!!! give us a call at 216-512-1991.Make suggestions! Give Recommendations! Ask Questions!Show Email:Danandianpod@gmail.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/Dan-and-Ian-have-questions-podcast-101763072012202Music by Ian SavageMusic recorded and produced by Shaun Vanek:https://vanekinc.com/https://www.facebook.com/Vanik666https://vanik.bandcamp.comMusic recorded at:https://www.facebook...
2022-10-1552 min
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 41: Dan and Ian's Halloween HorrorsHello there ghouls. Its that time of year once again. We get together to discuss some of our favorite creepy movies as well as some new additions to the horror movie database. Enjoy!!!!! give us a call at 216-512-1991.Make suggestions! Give Recommendations! Ask Questions!Show Email:Danandianpod@gmail.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/Dan-and-Ian-have-questions-podcast-101763072012202Music by Ian SavageMusic recorded and produced by Shaun Vanek:https://vanekinc.com/https://www.facebook.com/Vanik666https://vanik.bandcamp.comMusic recorded at:https://www...
2022-10-1552 min
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 40: Trippin with Dan and IanThis week Dan and Ian interview...each other!We took time from our busy schedules and catch up on what we've been doing during the Summer time!Dan talks about packing the car for the family vacation to Maine, mastering his 'mean mug' face while visiting NH's premier Christmas amusement park Santa's Village, and touching the moon at a Mineral and Gem Museum.Meanwhile, Ian regales us with his many adventures and lessons learned in Amish Country. Not to mention visiting the Worlds Largest Cuckoo clockIts one for the record books...
2022-09-0833 min
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 40: Trippin with Dan and IanThis week Dan and Ian interview...each other!We took time from our busy schedules and catch up on what we've been doing during the Summer time!Dan talks about packing the car for the family vacation to Maine, mastering his 'mean mug' face while visiting NH's premier Christmas amusement park Santa's Village, and touching the moon at a Mineral and Gem Museum.Meanwhile, Ian regales us with his many adventures and lessons learned in Amish Country. Not to mention visiting the Worlds Largest Cuckoo clockIts one for the record...
2022-09-0833 min
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 39: Digging up the past with Dr. Matt RooneyThis week Dan and Ian dig in with Archaeologist, Dr. Matt Rooney .We had alot of questions and he was more than happy to answer them.Like, anything discovered, even their trash can tell the history of the land and the people who lived in a particular location.We more importantly talk about his work with the Chickasaw Explorer program, which brings a group of young Chickasaw leaders every year to their ancestral homelands to participate in archeological investigations and become immersed in Chickasaw heritage at their historic and cultural sites....
2022-08-291h 17
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 38: Bringing Pop Culture to your Christmas Tree with Tim BodendistelThis week we learn what it takes to be part of the premiere card and Christmas ornament company, Hallmark as we are joined by Master Designer, Tim Bodendistel! Tim gives us some insider info on what it exactly takes to get an idea off the paper and into the stores. It was a fascinating and educational time we spent with him and we hope you enjoy the episode just as must as we did recording it. It's another Dan and Ian Have Questions classic coming your way!Enjoy!https://corporate.hallmark.co...
2022-08-151h 02
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 37: Dreaming of Disney with John Zancanaro (special guest host Liz Rogers)This week Ian is joined with special guest host Liz. We talk to our good friend John Zancanaro. Since Liz and myself visited Disneyland this past May we were hooked. John is a SEASONED veteran of both Disneyland and Disney world (so many times he cant count). In our quest to visit Disney World we have MANY questions. So I couldn't think of one person better to talk to than John. Please enjoy!! -Ian SavageShow Email:Danandianpod@gmail.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/Dan-and-Ian-have-questions-podcast-101763072012202Music by Ian SavageMusic recorded and...
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Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 31: Celebration Shenanigans and Disney DilemmasThis week we recap some of our celebration trip and Disney fun. Ian sounds like a jet lagged Darth Vader. Dan and Mia are recovering from covid and we ramble about our trip to California! please join us and try to enjoy this weeks episode.Show Email:Danandianpod@gmail.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/Dan-and-Ian-have-questions-podcast-101763072012202Music by Ian SavageMusic recorded and produced by Shaun Vanek:https://vanekinc.com/https://www.facebook.com/Vanik666https://vanik.bandcamp.comMusic recorded at:https://www.facebook.com/MercinaryStudios/...
2022-06-211h 27
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 30: Create, Share, Inspire with Brett IsaacsThis week Dan and Ian have the founder of the “SWAG Crew” , Brett Isaacs. We had a very long discussion about what SWAG is all about, how he started the group and how he had used the group to the help benefit such charities as the Pediatric Oncology Treasure Chest Foundation treasurechest.orgPlease consider donating to this worthy cause.So keep a the look out during your next convention, there might be somebody there who wants to give you, “Something We All Get”.Enjoy!Show Email:Danandianpod@gmail.co...
2022-05-091h 30
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 29: The art of Star Wars, Marvel and Disney with Cliff CrampThis week Dan and Ian have a special guest with them. Illustrator, painter and storyteller, Cliff Cramp. He had a very long and interesting converstation with him in regards he career in commerical art. How he has been so well respected with the big IP francises such as Star Wars, Disney, Lord of the Rings and Marvel.He tells us the process of how one of his works of art made it into being a cover of the Bluray box set collection of the first six Star Wars films.He was so gracious...
2022-05-041h 42
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 27: Part one, Dan and the developers Pax east 2022This week we have part 1 of a great two parter. Dan went to #paxeast2022. And interviewed some amazing folks. I myself (Ian) was completely blown away and pumped to bring you fun talks Dan had with developers of such games as Hello neighbor 2, Evil west, Lego Bricktales and much much more!!(Part 2 airing later this week) Show Email:Danandianpod@gmail.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/Dan-and-Ian-have-questions-podcast-101763072012202Music by Ian SavageMusic recorded and produced by Shaun Vanek:https://vanekinc.com/https://www.facebook.com/Va...
2022-04-2652 min
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 26: Mallrats Review ShowThis week Dan and Ian Take some time off and enjoy a little movie. We honor the Season of renewal with a Kevin Smith classic, "Mallrats". We talk about what we remember back in the seeing it for the first time and how it was back in the day. Our special guest, Mia, who chimes in on her prespective. Its a shorty but as usual a goody.Enjoy the show!Warning: This show will contain spoilers.Show Email:Danandianpod@gmail.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/Dan-and-Ian-have-questions-podcast-101763072012202...
2022-04-1954 min
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 25: Dan and Ian crossover w/ Machtails live from the cantinaThis week we had the pleasure of being on our good friend Cris Machts show, "Machtails: Live from the cantina". We discuss the upcoming Celebration "10" in Anaheim California. As well as memories from celebrations in our past. Please sit back and enjoy this weeks episode of Dan and Ian Have Questions.Machtails from the cantina Patreon page:https://www.patreon.com/machtails?fan_landing=trueThe Force Within Us:https://watch.amazon.com/detail?gti=amzn1.dv.gti.b6ab61eb-a58d-d995-18da-00588cf9a032&ref_=atv_dp_share_mv&r=webThe F...
2022-04-131h 12
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 25: Dan and Ian crossover w/ Machtails live from the cantinaThis week we had the pleasure of being on our good friend Cris Machts show, "Machtails: Live from the cantina". We discuss the upcoming Celebration "10" in Anaheim California. As well as memories from celebrations in our past. Please sit back and enjoy this weeks episode of Dan and Ian Have Questions.Machtails from the cantina Patreon page:https://www.patreon.com/machtails?fan_landing=trueThe Force Within Us:https://watch.amazon.com/detail?gti=amzn1.dv.gti.b6ab61eb-a58d-d995-18da-00588cf9a032&ref_=atv_dp_share_mv&r=webT...
2022-04-131h 12
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 24: Across the “Stars” with Dan MadsenToday we have a special guest with us. Author, Writer, Actor, Fan ambassador extraordinaire, Dan Madsen. He was very gracious with his time and we had so much fun talking to him About his history of organizing fan clubs for two of the biggest franchises, Star Trek and Star wars!What is it like being part of a Star Wars movie? What is it like to creating giant Fan Convention event that is still around today? What does a man who has such great history have in his personal collection? The answer may surprise you!
2022-04-0549 min
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 23: Convention ConundrumThis week Dan and Ian sit down and have a discussion about conventions big and small, 3D printed works of art and the pros and cons of the “cons”. Follow us down this weeks rabbit hole and enjoy. Show Email:Danandianpod@gmail.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/Dan-and-Ian-have-questions-podcast-101763072012202Music by Ian SavageMusic recorded and produced by Shaun Vanek:https://vanekinc.com/https://www.facebook.com/Vanik666https://vanik.bandcamp.comMusic recorded at:https://www.faceb...
2022-03-281h 12
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 22: Kenobi TalkWith the release of the teaser trailer for the new Obi-Wan Kenobi limited series, exclusively on Disney+. Dan and Ian do their best to unravel what they saw. We meander around with theories and what we might expect when we see it starting on May 25th. Show Email:Danandianpod@gmail.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/Dan-and-Ian-have-questions-podcast-101763072012202Music by Ian SavageMusic recorded and produced by Shaun Vanek:https://vanekinc.com/https://www.facebook.com/Vanik666https://vanik.bandcamp.com
2022-03-2353 min
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 21: Davids Dark Arts PodcastOn the first episode of David's Dark Arts, Dave discusses the classic films "Gojira" and "Godzilla, King of the Monsters" with Dan and Ian. Enjoy!Get Davids book here:Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/Call-Pack-Dark-Werewolf-Tales-ebook/dp/B09KMMVSGS/ref=sr_1_1?crid=30DWGZN5807NE&keywords=call+of+the+pack+chrisom&qid=1642128444&s=books&sprefix=Call+of+the+pack%2Cstripbooks%2C102&sr=1-1Barnes and Noble:https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/call-of-the-pack-david-chrisom/1140514856?ean=2940160906928Show Email:Danandianpod@gmail.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/Dan-and-Ian-have-questions-podcast-101763072012202Music by Ia...
2022-03-121h 03
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisdoe 20: Dan and Ian Have Friends The Book Of Boba Fett Season 1 ReviewThis week we are changing the format! Ian is talking the driver seat as we have your cohost Dan, our good friend Rich Brendle, Dale Morris (Episode 4: A Collector's Journey), and Brian Klein (Episode 15: Getting down to the source) while we have a round table discussion about the recently ended The Book of Boba Fett on Disney+.We had a fun time talking about and we hope thay this will be a regular thing.Enjoy the show!Warning: This show will contain spoilers.Show Email:Danandianpod@gmail.com
2022-02-251h 35
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisdoe 20: Dan and Ian Have Friends The Book Of Boba Fett Season 1 ReviewThis week we are changing the format! Ian is talking the driver seat as we have your cohost Dan, our good friend Rich Brendle, Dale Morris (Episode 4: A Collector's Journey), and Brian Klein (Episode 15: Getting down to the source) while we have a round table discussion about the recently ended The Book of Boba Fett on Disney+.We had a fun time talking about and we hope thay this will be a regular thing.Enjoy the show!Warning: This show will contain spoilers.Show Email:Danandianpod@gmail.comFacebook:https://www.facebook...
2022-02-251h 35Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 19: Bad guys doing good with Jason DeveauThis week Dan goes at it alone! Thats right! Dan enjoyed his converstion with Jason Deveau, 501st Legion Commanding Officer of the New England Garrison. We had a great talk about how he became a Member and the amount of work it takes to create the cotumes that he has today. Also sports, movies and collecting.I had a great time and learned alot, so check it out and enjoy this week's show!501st New England Garrison website:https://www.501neg.com/roster/501st New England Garrison info:https://www.501neg.c...
2022-02-131h 03
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 18: A Musicians Journey with Vic StownThis week Dan and Ian sit down with Vindicator's shred extraordinaire Vic Stown. We talk about growing up with a musically talented family, how he grew into his own voice.We also talk about his love of anime and what else he enjoys collecting.So please enjoy this week's show!Bandcamp:https://vindicator.bandcamp.com/musicFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/vindicatormetalInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/vindicatormetal/ReverbNation:https://www.reverbnation.com/vindicatormetalYoutube:https://www.youtube.com/user...
2022-01-3156 min
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 17: Getting down to business with Wrecking Crew Brew WorksThis week Dan and Ian sit down with Ryan Primiano and Bob Vokac, the Founding fathers of Wrecking Crew Brew works in Medina, Ohio. We talk about how they got started, the amount of work that is put in to brew beer and and how to survive a during the Pandemic when you just opened your tap room.So whenever you are in their neck of the woods, they deserve your patronage.So please enjoy this week's show!Check out their website:https://www.wreckingcrewbrewworks.com/...
2022-01-2442 min
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 16: Oh The Horror With Dave ChrisomThis week Dan and Ian sit down to talk with novelist, writer, and artist Dave Chrisom. We had a wonderful time talking about what inspires his writing and what it was like writing his first novel with fellow writer John Grover. So please enjoy this week's show!Production Notes: We had some technical issues on Dan's end. He's showed up on the best parts and faded on the boring talk. Get the book here:Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/Call-Pack-Dark-Werewolf-Tales-ebook/dp/B09KMMVSGS/ref=sr_1_1?crid=30DWGZN5807NE&keywords=call+of+t...
2022-01-2059 minDan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 15: Getting to the source with Hayley Hobbs and Brian KleinThis week Dan and Ian sit down to talk with fellow podcasters, Brian Klein and Hayley Hobbs, who can be found on the Stranded Panda Network! We chat about how their podcast "Source Pages: a reading collective" came about, their love of pop culture, and of course, their personal collections! As we're all big collectors, we get kinda nerdy and discuss how being a completest type collector is not always the best way to show your devotion to a genre. Sit back, relax, and enjoy! Also, don't forget to check out The Stranded Panda Network f...
2022-01-1059 min
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 13: Dan and Ian's awkward Holiday SpecialHappy Holidays everyone! Shipping deadlines have passed but there's still time to frantically search stores for that perfect gift. Take us with you as this week we asked our listeners what were some of the strangest gifts they got during a Secret Santa exchange, White Elephant Exchange, Yankee Swap, or even as Christmas presents! Oh wow, you all did not disappoint! We also talk about our most memorable Christmas stories.So gather around the radio with the kiddos and some ‘nog, enjoy some fun stories with your two hosts as they go traipsing around Me...
2021-12-201h 00
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 13: Dan and Ian's awkward Holiday SpecialHappy Holidays everyone! Shipping deadlines have passed but there's still time to frantically search stores for that perfect gift. Take us with you as this week we asked our listeners what were some of the strangest gifts they got during a Secret Santa exchange, White Elephant Exchange, Yankee Swap, or even as Christmas presents! Oh wow, you all did not disappoint! We also talk about our most memorable Christmas stories.So gather around the radio with the kiddos and some ‘nog, enjoy some fun stories with your two hosts as they go traipsing around Memory Lane.Show Em...
2021-12-201h 00
Dan and Ian Have Questions PodcastEpisode 12: Shapeshifting with Brandon ClarkeThis week Ian goes rogue and flies solo as he sits down with amazing cosplayer and author extraordinaire, Brandon Clarke. The two discuss how Brandon first got into cosplay and how much it has changed his life for the better! Enjoy the conversation of how he took the characters in his stories and brought them to real life at various conventions through cosplay.It was a fantastic conversion and we just know you’ll enjoy it too! So take a listen and be inspired.Check out his website:https://darkmysteries.org/FB...
2021-12-131h 12Tropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder LifestyleTMBA516: Dan and Ian: The Full Backstory. Part 2In last week's episode, we took a look at the early days of Dan and Ian's relationship and the circumstances that led to their business partnership.
Today's podcast is the second part of that series, and it's all about the next chapter.
In this episode, you'll hear how Dan and Ian bought their business partner out of their product company, the origins of this podcast, how they started their membership community The Dynamite Circle, and much more.
2019-10-2454 minTropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder LifestyleTMBA515: Dan and Ian: The Full Backstory. Part 1In the ten years that Dan and Ian have been recording this podcast, the number one thing that they hear from listeners is that they want to know more about their story.
Today's episode is the first part of a two-part documentary series where Dan and Ian open up about their own personal history.
In this episode, you will hear why they each decided to move to San Diego, California, the circumstances that led to their meeting, how they became friends, and ultimately how they decided to become business partners.
2019-10-171h 02Tropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder LifestyleEpisode 428: TMBA427: Dan and Ian’s Consulting Cornerhttp://www.tropicalmba.com/consultingcorner1/ Dan and Ian receive a lot of emails from listeners of this show.
They don't always have time to respond to them, but one recent email caught their attention.
The message was from a listener named Jay Clouse.
Jay wrote that he was struggling with some of the common issues that early-stage entrepreneurs face. Jay recently left his position at a tech startup and has started a new business facilitating mastermind groups.
Rather than email him back, Dan and Ian decided it might be helpful to ca...
2018-02-0841 minTropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder LifestyleEpisode 425: TMBA425: Meet The Deal Masterhttp://www.tropicalmba.com/artofthedeal/ A few months back, Dan and Ian shared a conversation on this show about a failed negotiation that Ian was involved in for a used car.
The response we received about that episode was pretty overwhelming, and the results were unanimous: people want to hear more about these types of dealmaking situations.
In pursuit of that information, we decided to invite a very special guest on to the show.
Corey Reuth is Ian's mentor in the world of wheeling and dealing. Over the past few years, Corey has gr...
2018-01-251h 12Tropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder LifestyleEpisode 423: TMBA423: It’s a Boy!http://www.tropicalmba.com/parenting1/ Today's podcast is a very special episode.
Dan and Ian are taking some time this week to celebrate the birth of Ian's new son.
On this episode, you'll hear all about how Ian is transitioning to his new role as a parent.
Ian isn't alone in this adventure, though. Many of our listeners and members of our entrepreneurial community are parents as well.
Balancing parenting with entrepreneurship can be quite the challenge, and today's guest understands it as well as anyone.
Martijn Reintjes is the...
2018-01-1140 minTropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder LifestyleEpisode 373: TMBA373: Should You Base Yourself in Southern Europe?http://www.tropicalmba.com/spainandportugal/ This episode is the first in a series in which Dan and Ian attempt to answer one of the fundamental questions that all location-independent entrepreneurs eventually ask themselves: If I can live anywhere, where should I live?
On this week's show, they will be focusing on two countries in Southern Europe: Spain and Portugal.
To learn a bit more about Portugal, Dan reached out to Dr. Shannon Weeks, a Natropathic Doctor and Applied Kinesiologist, to share his experience about establishing residency in Portugal and his home city of Lisbon.
2017-01-2636 minTropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder LifestyleEpisode 367: TMBA367: The Business Idea Bonanza with Dan Norrishttp://www.tropicalmba.com/businessideas3/ A few weeks ago, Dan and Ian mentioned that they would be inviting their friend Dan Norris back onto the program.
Dan Norris is the author of The 7 Day Startup, and for lack of a better term, he is a business idea generating machine. There have been success stories on this show that came from many of Dan's business ideas.
In this conversation, Dan donates a ton of business ideas, as well as sharing how he has been able to create a six-figure side hustle through self-publishing books. If you...
2016-12-1544 minTropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder LifestyleEpisode 353: TMBA353: On the Bike with Patrick Bradyhttp://www.tropicalmba.com/cycling/ In the first part of a new three part series, Dan and Ian are going to be talking about some of their personal obsessions and the people who have turned those obsessions into businesses.
This week, you'll hear about one particular obsession that Ian introduced into Dan's life: cycling. Patrick Brady of Red Kite Prayer has become one of Dan's favorite bloggers and podcast hosts. Patrick has been able to make a living writing and speaking about cycling.
This episode is about more than just riding a bike, though. Patrick...
2016-09-081h 01Tropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder LifestyleEpisode 316: TMBA316: How Much Should I Be Meeting With My Team?http://www.tropicalmba.com/meetings/ In this episode Dan and Ian offer thoughts, suggestions and ideas on the best way to handle meetings as your business – and number of employees - grows. You’ll also get the chance to ‘listen in’ on a Tropical MBA/Dynamic Circle team meeting involving Dan, Ian, Jessica and Alex – and hear about Dan and Ian’s very different styles of management.
2015-12-2432 minTropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder LifestyleEpisode 176: TMBA 176 (LBP147) – Trade Shows and Low BlowsDan and Ian hook up from opposite sides of the world this week to bring you some down to earth advice in a cloud based time. Dan is hammering away in Ho Chi Minh City while Ian is getting things done on the ground in Las Vegas.
Though we’re not sure what Ian spent his time doing after the show, the day hours were spent representing their portable bar products and doing a little industry research at the trade show. In this week’s episode, Dan interviews Ian on the old fashioned, hittin’ the bricks style of market...
2013-03-2120 minTropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder LifestyleEpisode 164: TMBA 164 (LBP141) – Rocking the Rockefeller Processes : “H” is for HireDan and Ian are coming together again this week from across the seas. Ian graces us with his presence while still on his Tokyo trip with Dan getting his hands dirty down in Davao, Philippines. The fellas pull together this episode as the next chapter in the breakdown of the 1,000 Day Principle using the Rockefeller Process.
This week’s discussion focuses on the next and perhaps most difficult step of growing your business through hiring employees. You’ll hear why the race to hire your first full time employee is often a crucial step in building a business inst...
2013-02-0730 minTropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder LifestyleEpisode 158: TMBA 158 (LBP135) – 8 New Year’s ResolutionsDan and Ian are now back in Bali just in time for the New Year’s festivities. Between celebrations, they’ll be putting together their game plan for 2013 and setting some lofty goals for 2013.
The turn of the new year marks Dan and Ian’s fifth year in business which sparks a discussion on goal setting and identifying keystone habits. These help form their New Year’s resolutions where they’ll push past just talking revenue and business growth. You’ll hear about Dan’s professional aspirations, Ian’s plan to step up his business relationships and the pairs’ health fo...
2012-12-2724 minTropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder LifestyleEpisode 156: TMBA 156 (LBP133) – Deferred Life Plans and the Action Jackson StrategyDan and Ian are making plans to rendevous in Bali again. Dan is still there working on his book, while Ian is in Orlando avoiding the M3 service industry guys and spending time with his family.
Ian’s recent trip to a race prompted a discussion between the guys about deferred life plans. There’s a built in assumption that retirement is worth 30 years of investment, but is that true?
2012-12-1326 minTropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder LifestyleEpisode 154: TMBA 154 (LBP132) – “The Imagination Economy” and Other Predictions for 2013Dan’s set a Sunday deadline for finishing his first book and getting it to a group of Beta readers. Ian and Dan have laid out the upcoming meetups for DCers with definite meetups in April (Europe) and October (Bangkok – #DCBKK) and a potential get together in the Phillipines in March.
In today’s episode Dan and Ian make some predictions for 2013 and beyond. Turns out, they think Seth Godin is a pretty smart guy.
2012-12-0631 minTropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder LifestyleEpisode 148: TMBA 148 (LBP129) – ROUND 1 – Business Idea Smackdown – Dan “Coconut Crusher” Andrews vs. Ian “Benjamins by Birth” SchoenDan’s bean bag sitting in Bali, intermittently nuking himself off the internet to make sure he gets his book taken care of on time while Ian’s in San Diego taking care of business like a boss.
After getting some inspiration from the Adsense Flippers, Dan and Ian decided to go for a knock down drag out four-rounder this week. They asked Taylor, the new guy on the team, to put together 4 unique business premises. Dan and Ian come up with unique solutions to each premise and it’s up to you guys to decide who came o...
2012-11-1537 minTropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder LifestyleEpisode 144: TMBA 144 (LBP127) – Generating Wealth and Re-Considering Retirement for EntrepreneursDan and Ian are homeward bound. Ian just got back San Diego and Dan’s headed to Bali for November to write his first book.
Both still coming down from the high and energy of DCBKK, they wanted to tackle a tough question on the real meaning of wealth and entrepreneurship. Everyone knows that society has certain scripts and most people blindly assume the numbers support those. Dan and Ian sit down to look at the facts of a 20 year trajectory for a professional job vs. an entrepreneur and then look at how they and their network got th...
2012-11-0132 minTropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder LifestyleEpisode 141: TMBA 141 (LBP125) – How to Avoid your Entrepreneurial Blindspots – Dan’s Stick-On Mirror TheoryAfter two weeks in Puerto Galera with the October TMBA session, Dan and Ian celebrated Dan’s birthday in style at the classic Filippino restaurant TGIFriday’s and then curled up under a staircase in the Mall of Asia to bring this episode to you.
Having done three sessions with various TMBA participants and being asked weekly similar questions from folks starting their own businesses, they’ve come to notice some consistent things that happen with every new business owner. The good news is that these are generally fixable, you just need to know how to adjust your m...
2012-10-1822 minTropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder LifestyleEpisode 140: TMBA 140 (LBP124) – How Marketing Beats Sales and Why Capacity Is A Number With James SchramkoComing to you live from Badladz Resort in the Philippines, complete with patented LBP cafe noise and janky wi-fi upload speeds.
This week Dan jumped on the phone with the man, the myth, the Aussie legend in content marketing and helping customers online, James Schramko of Super Fast Business and one of Dan’s new favorite podcasts Freedom Ocean. A super-sized episode that caused Dan to spend the past week to say to Ian “Did I tell you what Schramko told me? Have I told you about my interview with Schramko? James has this baller way of dealing with...
2012-10-1244 minTropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder LifestyleEpisode 138: TMBA 138 (LBP121) – How Solving Problems For 500,000 Users Inspired the Idea for SupportBeeThis week Dan is the one hard at work and Ian is asleep on the job. Stranger things have happened…ever seen a tabloid alien story?
Dan took the opportunity to chat up Prateek Dayal, founder of startups like Muziboo and recently SupportBee. Dan and Ian met Prateek as they traveled across Vietnam this summer meeting up with folks from the Dynamite Circle and LBP listeners.
Having started companies from India, Santiago Chile, and now Saigon Vietnam, they knew they had to have him on the show to learn more about his travel adventures and su...
2012-09-2026 minTropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder LifestyleEpisode 116: TMBA 116 (LBP105) – The Entrepreneur’s DNA ChecklistThis week Dan and Ian are dreaming of Ferraris. A slight departure from their regular dreams of Porsches and BMW’s.
Ian might even by considering taking up a bartending job to bootstrap his new ride. Maybe he can get a gig working a portable bar somewhere?
Mostly they are planning the shenanigans set to transpire when they are both on the same continent (in the same place even!) later this month at Badladz Resort in the Philippines.
In this episode Dan & Ian once again get such a humdinger of a question that it’s a full...
2012-05-3135 minTropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder LifestyleEpisode 112: TMBA 112 (LBP101) – The Insider’s Guide To Thinking Outside The IndexComing off the euphoric high of 100th Episode bliss, Dan and Ian settled in this week to get back to business making money…for others. That’s right, they’re kicking around some angel investment ideas that would end with a qualified start-up getting some runway to make their lifestyle business dream a reality.
Is an angel investment accelerator worth the time, resource, and money effort or should they just stop pansying around and make some real investments?
In the Meat & Potatoes, Dan takes to the interview seat to chat with Matt Paulson, who has saved the LBP fr...
2012-05-0327 minTropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder LifestyleEpisode 111: TMBA 111 (LBP100) – A Bunch Of Stuff We’ve Screwed Up In The Past 1000 DaysSeems like only yesterday Dan was calling Ian from a noisy cafe in the Philippines to do up another episode of the Lifestyle Business Podcast.
Oh wait. That was yesterday!
If sports teams have throwback uniforms, consider this special 100th Episode of the Lifestyle Business Podcast a throwback episode, complete with some of our favorite music, quotes, and outtakes from the past 1000 Days of broadcasting this podcast.
In this episode, Dan and Ian get a little nostalgic. Remembering the times they’ve had here at LBP, remembering the times that they were away. Most importantly they ar...
2012-04-2634 minTropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder LifestyleEpisode 106: TMBA 106 (LBP96) – A Proposition : Start-Up AugustThings are exciting in the TMBA / LBP world as Ian and Dan work to put together a unique experience for 10 aspiring entrepreneurs.
Start-Up August isn’t just some make money quick conference – if they wanted to do that there’d be a lot more hugging and Dan would bring his guitar to strum out some Kum-Ba-Yah ditties.
Instead, this will be an intense three month mastermind process culminating in a two-week all expense paid experience at a resort in the Philippines. You know, that place that Dan and Ian have been gallivanting around for the past month playin...
2012-03-2937 minTropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder LifestyleEpisode 101: TMBA 101 (LBP91) – Are You a Hustler or an Entrepreneur?Ian landed in Bali last Saturday and it’s been all-biznass-all-the-time as we make the most out of his time here. No one should be surprised that they were able to do all their prep at Starbucks before. Good Chai, Ian? ;)
This week Dan and Ian discuss two of the most misunderstood words in business:Hustler and Entrepreneur
Listen to this episode and learn about:
Entrepreneurs Writing Scripts, Hustlers Executing Scripts.
Self Confidence vs.Product Confidence.
Ego / Money Focus vs. Product / Customer Focus.
Self Employed vs. Building Something Bigger.
Short Term vs. Long Term Thinking.
Some of...
2012-02-1634 minTropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder LifestyleEpisode 100: TMBA 100 (LBP90) – Rip, Pivot, and Jam: The Strategy That Launched Our Newest Product LineIan managed to pick himself up from a nasty spin-out on the racetrack this week to join Dan as they reveal their most recent product launch and discuss the strategy that they used to find the niche and then dominate it.
Additionally, with listener questions pouring in they take the time to chat about some real problems people have experienced and how they might be able to get back on track.
Listen to this episode and learn about:
Picking up some contract work to bankroll savings and pay down debt – is it a good path to entr...
2012-02-0933 minTropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder LifestyleEpisode 92: TMBA 092 (LBP83) – A Business Failure Story (Our GoDaddy Account is the Boulevard of Broken Dreams)This week, Dan and Ian talk about some news items and replay one of their most popular classic episodes.
Listen to this weeks episode to learn of:
A new project that Dan and Ian launched this week.
An amazing TropicalMBA-style internship opportunity.
One of Dan and Ian’s biggest business failures (it ended them costing $6k and Ian wasted one month in China because of it).
Have fun. Leave a comment. Give us a ring. 888-554-8428. Go make it happen! :)
2011-12-0136 minTropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder LifestyleEpisode 77: TMBA 077 (LBP77) – If We Were to Start from Scratch, How We’d Do ItThis week, Dan and Ian talk about what they would do if they were to start from scratch in 2011. The answer might surprise you.
Dan and Ian also ask a bunch of listener questions, including
How to increase your chances of success when applying for a job (or the Tropical MBA)?
How to be persistent?
What should I do if I have no time and ressources to start a business?
In the quick-tips section, Dan and Ian talk about the latest iOS version and their favorite iPhone apps.
Do you want to...
2011-10-2023 minTropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder LifestyleEpisode 74: TMBA 074 (LBP74) – 4 Content Business Blueprints for Fast MonetizationAre you interested in content businesses? Dan and Ian certainly are and plan to focus more heavily on web properties like blogs and niche communities in the future.
In this episode Dan and Ian talk about 4 ways to monetize an existing content site starting today. If you don’t already have a site, you’ll get inspiration and information on what kind of projects you should tackle next. They don’t just talk theory, Dan and Ian also announce their latest content site (which is not related to lifestyle/business) to the world.
Other topics discus...
2011-09-2922 minTropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder LifestyleEpisode 72: TMBA 072 (LBP 72) – 4 Things You Don’t Know About HiringThis week, Dan and Ian answer a bunch of listener questions. Topics include
An in depth discussion on hiring (including: how to delegate, how to find cheap talent, …)
Trade show hacks that Dan and Ian use (hustling involved)
How Dan and Ian first got started when they founded their business 4 years ago
The quick tips section features Rob Walling’s (from Startups For the Rest of Us) top 3 sticky apps of 2011.
We just launched DynamiteCircle, our community for entrepreneurs. Check it out.
Have fun. Leave a comment. Give us a ring...
2011-09-1526 minTropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder LifestyleEpisode 70: TMBA 070 (LBP70) – 9 Tough Truths About Running a Business and Changing Your LifeIn this episode, Dan and Ian talk about 9 tough truths about running or starting your business that bloggers won’t tell you about. Starting a business requires a lot of sweat, tears and sacrifices. You’ll feel lost or depressed every once in a while. You’ll have to stay at home while your friends go out and have expensive cocktails. Friends and family won’t understand or support what you’re doing. This episode is dedicated to these less glamourous parts of entrepreneurship.
Dan and Ian also share their top 3 tips for people who are getting started wi...
2011-09-0129 minTropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder LifestyleEpisode 65: TMBA 065 (LBP65) – The Technique That Gets Us $100K Months and How And How You Can Use it In Your BusinessThis week, Dan is speaking to you from Bali while Ian is back in San Diego after a trip to Washington, DC. In order to stick to the promised weekly schedule, this is a re-publish of Episode #28 (Dan and Ian recorded a brand new 4-minute intro.)
This episode is all about visualizing. Dan and Ian visualized their target revenue to be $100,000 a year ago. As of this month, this goal is reached. You will learn how to grow your business by having a clear vision. Dan and Ian also address the difference between wishful thinking and reaching...
2011-07-2826 minTropical MBA: Entrepreneurship & Founder LifestyleEpisode 63: TMBA 063 (LBP63) – What We Believe, Plus a RE-INTRODUCTION to the Lifestyle Business PodcastDan and Ian just finalized their Hong Kong incorporation and announce a new publishing schedule for the Lifestyle Business Podcast.
There has been an incredible explosion of new listeners to the podcast over the last few months. Therefore, Dan and Ian re-introduce themselves and their business beliefs in this episode. They talk about:
How much money Dan and Ian are they making from this podcast
Why there are too many solopreneurs out there
Why you should avoid taking loans
Why niche sites suck
Why having real skills, not following a bullet-proof...
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