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Sportsmen's Empire - Whitetail HuntingWestern Rookie - Public Land Elk & Alaskan Grizzly BearIn this episode, Dan Johnson and Kurt Belding discuss their experiences and challenges in elk hunting, particularly focusing on the transition from flatland to mountainous terrain. They share insights on training, mental toughness, and the importance of understanding elk behavior. The conversation covers various strategies for hunting, including the differences between targeting herd bulls and raghorns, the role of calling, and the significance of location and timing. Kurt emphasizes the lessons learned from mistakes in the field and the value of guided hunts for new hunters. In this engaging conversation, Dan Johnson and Kurt discuss various aspects of elk...
2025-12-111h 39
Sportsmen's Empire - Western Big Game HuntingWestern Rookie - Public Land Elk & Alaskan Grizzly BearIn this episode, Dan Johnson and Kurt Belding discuss their experiences and challenges in elk hunting, particularly focusing on the transition from flatland to mountainous terrain. They share insights on training, mental toughness, and the importance of understanding elk behavior. The conversation covers various strategies for hunting, including the differences between targeting herd bulls and raghorns, the role of calling, and the significance of location and timing. Kurt emphasizes the lessons learned from mistakes in the field and the value of guided hunts for new hunters. In this engaging conversation, Dan Johnson and Kurt discuss various aspects of elk...
2025-12-111h 34
The Western Rookie - Hunting PodcastPublic Land Elk & Alaskan Grizzly BearIn this episode, Dan Johnson and Kurt Belding discuss their experiences and challenges in elk hunting, particularly focusing on the transition from flatland to mountainous terrain. They share insights on training, mental toughness, and the importance of understanding elk behavior. The conversation covers various strategies for hunting, including the differences between targeting herd bulls and raghorns, the role of calling, and the significance of location and timing. Kurt emphasizes the lessons learned from mistakes in the field and the value of guided hunts for new hunters. In this engaging conversation, Dan Johnson and Kurt discuss various aspects of elk...
2025-12-111h 34
The Typical SportsmanEp. 54: Cheating DeathDylan is joined by Kurt Belding of Western Obsession TV to relive a hunt he’ll never forget!
The hunt of a lifetime - Alaska Intercoastal Grizzly - that turned into a WILD RIDE with charging grizzlies, grizzlies coming into camp at night, and Kurt cheating death to punch his tag and live to tell the tale!
2025-12-021h 18
Drawn WestCharged by Two Grizzlies w/ Kurt BeldingIn this episode of the Drawn West podcast, I’m joined by Kurt Belding of Western Obsessions TV — and we dive into a story that honestly feels too wild to be real. Kurt just got back from a spring grizzly hunt deep in Alaska’s Chugach Range, and the trip had everything you’d expect from interior bear country: endless daylight, brutal weather swings, days and days behind the glass, bush planes, moose paddles, and country so vast it makes Colorado feel like a county park.But the part that’ll stick with you long after this episode?
2025-12-021h 35
The Hunting Stories PodcastThe Thrill of the Chase: Elk and Grizzly AdventuresIn this episode of the Hunting Stories podcast, we welcome back Kurt Belding from Western Obsessions TV. We discuss Kurt's journey from being an entrepreneur to focusing on filming hunting adventures, his commitment to hunting until he's 80, and the importance of mental toughness in hunting. Kurt shares stories from his recent elk hunting season, including a memorable hunt with his daughter, and a thrilling grizzly bear hunt in Alaska. The conversation also touches on the impact of human activity on elk populations and the challenges of hunting in remote areas.
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2025-12-0159 min
Wild Strength PodcastA Grizzly Bear Hunt To Remember w/ Kurt BeldingIn this episode I chat with Kurt Belding, who shares his journey into hunting and his recent grizzly bear hunt in Alaska. From 13 hours days spent behind the glass, to getting charged and eventually having a grizzly walk by camp, this is a story you don’t want to miss! We also discuss the challenges of hunting, perceptions of success in the hunting community, and the thrill of danger that comes with hunting large predators.
2025-11-281h 00Wild Strength PodcastA Grizzly Bear Hunt To Remember w/ Kurt BeldingIn this episode I chat with Kurt Belding, who shares his journey into hunting and his recent grizzly bear hunt in Alaska. From 13 hours days spent behind the glass, to getting charged and eventually having a grizzly walk by camp, this is a story you don’t want to miss! We also discuss the challenges of hunting, perceptions of success in the hunting community, and the thrill of danger that comes with hunting large predators.
2025-11-281h 00
The Typical SportsmanEp. 19: Mid-Life Adjustment
Dylan is joined by Kurt Belding, host of Western Obsession TV. After taking a look at his life, Kurt made a mid-life adjustment to be out in the woods more, going to wild places, and doing wild things. The two discuss how so many people need to look at their lives, how they spend their time, money, and resources, and work to build the life they actually want.
2025-03-251h 33
RedBeard Outdoors391. THE OBSESSION, Western Obsession TV w/ Kurt BeldingKurt Belding loves the pursuit that Western Hunting brings. So much so that you might call him Obsessed! We delve into the obsession that is western outdoorsmanship and how we can make the most of every moment we are out there. Enjoy this conversation and get to know Kurt as we can all relate to the passion for the pursuit of the outdoors!JOIN The Day 1 Crew on FB:https://www.facebook.com/groups/redbeardsfitcrew/Join the 1st Phorm Outdoors Group on FB:https://www...
2024-09-211h 15
The Fair Chase PodcastTurkeys, Jaguars and Entrepreneurship with Kurt BeldingIn this episode of the Fair Chase podcast, James talks with Kurt Belding of Western Obsessions TV
Here's a breakdown of the conversation:
- Kurt's history of starting businesses
- Getting into hunting television
- Genetics and houndsmen
- Finding ancient artifacts in Mexico
- The fauna of the Mexican jungle
- Hunting in the jungle with a bow
- Birds of Mexico and the raccoon of the jungle
- The micro deer of Mexico
- Filming a jaguar
- Planning a filmed...
2024-06-1045 min
Solid Steps Radio#435 Part I How To Honor, Value And Encourage Our Seniors 5/31/24This week’s radio show is about honoring and valuing our seniors. Our guests are Murphy Belding, who ministers to the over 65, and Larry Garwood, a senior who ministers to his contemporaries. They talk with Kurt and Chad about the challenges facing our seniors, as well as ways we can engage and encourage them. Listen now and learn some simple ways to help seniors thrive, rather than just get by. (This is a repeat episode - enjoy!)
2024-06-0223 minSolid Steps Radio#435 Part II How To Honor, Value And Encourage Our Seniors 5/31/24This week’s radio show is about honoring and valuing our seniors. Our guests are Murphy Belding, who ministers to the over 65, and Larry Garwood, a senior who ministers to his contemporaries. They talk with Kurt and Chad about the challenges facing our seniors, as well as ways we can engage and encourage them. Listen now and learn some simple ways to help seniors thrive, rather than just get by. (This is a repeat episode - enjoy!)
2024-06-0223 min
Wild Strength PodcastTurning Hunting Into A Lifestyle with Kurt BeldingIn this episode, Kurt Belding from Western Obsessions TV shares his journey of transitioning from a corporate job to hunting full-time. He discusses the challenges and rewards of archery elk hunting and the importance of setting realistic expectations. Kurt emphasizes the value of finding your own hunting style and not being swayed by others' opinions. He also highlights the mental toughness required for hunting and the importance of training for longevity. Kurt and Whitney also discuss the physical and mental preparation required for elk hunting. They emphasize the importance of endurance and mental fortitude. They also debunk the misconception that...
2024-03-291h 01Wild Strength PodcastTurning Hunting Into A Lifestyle with Kurt BeldingIn this episode, Kurt Belding from Western Obsessions TV shares his journey of transitioning from a corporate job to hunting full-time. He discusses the challenges and rewards of archery elk hunting and the importance of setting realistic expectations. Kurt emphasizes the value of finding your own hunting style and not being swayed by others' opinions. He also highlights the mental toughness required for hunting and the importance of training for longevity. Kurt and Whitney also discuss the physical and mental preparation required for elk hunting. They emphasize the importance of endurance and mental fortitude. They also debunk the misconception that...
2024-03-291h 01
Archery Talk 101E172. Interview with Kurt Belding of Western Obsession TVIn this episode, we with Kurt about how he got started filming hunts. And the story behind Western Obsession TV
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2024-03-011h 17
Totally 80s and 90s RecallSaved by the Bell (1989-1993)What would the early 90’s have been without the coolest teens on Saturday morning cruising the halls of Bayside High. Zack, Slater, Kelly, Jesse, Lisa, Screech and Mr. Belding taught us young teens what it was like to be cool in High School. From the Max, to the Malibu Sands, to Palm Springs and beating Valley in sports, Bayside High School was the place to be. In this episode, Dave, Rob and Kurt will take a look back at the highs and lows that the gang experienced during their High School years. So pop some caffeine pills, strap on a...
2023-08-221h 51
Dry GroundKurt Belding of Western Obsessions TVToday Western Obsessions TV host Kurt Belding comes on to talk about some recent hunts in Mexico. We have some incredible opportunities just across our Southern Border!
2023-05-2951 min
Grit Outdoor CollectiveEP 2 | Kurt Belding | Grit Outdoor CollectiveThis week we are joined on the GOC podcast by Kurt Belding. Kurt is an entrepreneur, an athlete and a hunting show host of Western Obsessions TV. In the outdoor industry Kurt stands out as someone who knows the ins and outs of how to navigate an industry that is full of talented people. Tune in for a great conversation about his outdoor journey.
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2023-05-2433 min
The Business Of Glam PodcastCreate Your Reality, Trust Your Intuition, And Follow Your Joy - A Mini EpisodeWe put together this compilation of our favorite clips of the show that discuss trusting yourself and your intuition, creating your reality, and following your passions. Featuring Photographer Brien Hollowell, Medium and Medical Intuitive Davie Blu, Western Obsessions Host Kurt Belding, and Licensed Therapist and Counselor Melissa Raddatz.
Listen to Brien's Full Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/listen-to-your-inner-voice-ft-photographer-brien-hollowell/id1445473771?i=1000577337434
Listen to Davie's Full Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-your-joy-with-medical-intuitive-medium-and/id1445473771?i=1000588719899
Listen to Kurt's Full Episode : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dont-take-life-too-seriously-with-kurt-belding-host/id1445473771?i=1000591512206
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2023-05-0520 min
The Business Of Glam PodcastCreate Your Reality, Trust Your Intuition, And Follow Your Joy - A Mini EpisodeWe put together this compilation of our favorite clips of the show that discuss trusting yourself and your intuition, creating your reality, and following your passions. Featuring Photographer Brien Hollowell, Medium and Medical Intuitive Davie Blu, Western Obsessions Host Kurt Belding, and Licensed Therapist and Counselor Melissa Raddatz.
Listen to Brien's Full Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/listen-to-your-inner-voice-ft-photographer-brien-hollowell/id1445473771?i=1000577337434
Listen to Davie's Full Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-your-joy-with-medical-intuitive-medium-and/id1445473771?i=1000588719899
Listen to Kurt's Full Episode : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dont-take-life-too-seriously-with-kurt-belding-host/id1445473771?i=1000591512206
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2023-05-0520 min
The Journey WithinEP 43 | Conversations with Kurt Belding of Western Obsession TVOn this episode of The Journey Within Podcast Mark Peterson's learns a little bit more about Kurt Belding the host of Western Obsession TV. Kurt shares how he got started hunting and his entrepreneurial spirt that has led him to have a successful career in the outdoors. Then Mark and Kurt share some stories about past hunts. Listen in!If you want to book any of the hunts you hear on my journeys go to: https://worldwidetrophyadventures.comFollow Me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markvpeterson/
2023-02-211h 08The Business Of Glam PodcastDon’t Take Life Too Seriously with Kurt Belding Host of Western ObsessionsSeason 2 Episode 12
In this Episode of The Business of Glam, we interview our friend and host of Western Obsessions Kurt Belding. He dives deep into his background as a serial entrepreneur, how he completely changed the direction of his business, and why he thinks we don't need to take life so seriously.
Connect with Kurt : IG and Youtube @WesternObsessionsTV https://www.westernobsessionstv.com/
Connect with us : IG , FB, and Tik Tok @thebusinessofglam
Connect with our host Lyndsay : @the_queen_of_glam
Connect with our editor/producer Sarina : IG and Youtube @sarinala
2022-12-2853 minThe Business Of Glam PodcastDon’t Take Life Too Seriously with Kurt Belding Host of Western ObsessionsSeason 2 Episode 12
In this Episode of The Business of Glam, we interview our friend and host of Western Obsessions Kurt Belding. He dives deep into his background as a serial entrepreneur, how he completely changed the direction of his business, and why he thinks we don't need to take life so seriously.
Connect with Kurt : IG and Youtube @WesternObsessionsTV https://www.westernobsessionstv.com/
Connect with us : IG , FB, and Tik Tok @thebusinessofglam
Connect with our host Lyndsay : @the_queen_of_glam
Connect with our editor/producer Sarina : IG and Youtube @sarinala
2022-12-2853 min
The Hunting Stories PodcastEp 020 The Hunting Stories Podcast: Kurt BeldingSend us a textWelcome to Episode 20 of The Hunting Stories Podcast!Today we hear a group of great stories from a Kurt Belding of Western Obsessions TVKurt has been hunting his entire life and today he tells some great stories from his beginnings as a hunter to his Moms first elk hunt. I hope you enjoy as much as I do and please check out all the links below to learn more about Kurt and Western Obsessions TV!InstagramThe Hunting Stories PodcastWestern Obsessions TV
2022-10-0357 min
ElkShapeThe Top Predator Challenge with Kurt BeldingKurt Belding of Western Obsession Hunting TV joins us today to discuss off-season preparation, his new TOP PREDATOR challenge and how he balances things at home from a hunting standpoint. We also have a discount code for anyone wanting to enter the Top Predator challenge - elkshape20 - gets you $20 off registration.Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:The Elk Collective - $25 off our Digital Elk Hunting Course - elkshapepodcastWilderness Athlete 30% off your first purchase, discount code elkshape30 Vortex Wear - elkshape - 20% off ApparelPnuma Outdoors - elkshape20 ...
2022-04-041h 04
The Performance Project PodcastHow Self-Perception Holds You Back...and Moves You ForwardIn this episode we chat with Serial Entrepreneur Kurt Belding, owner and operator of One Beat CrossFit and CEO of Western Obsessions TV. We dive DEEP into the role self-perception plays in our health and wellness and how we can break the cycle of perpetuating our own negative behaviors to become the best version of ourselves.
2022-01-3144 min
Paddle N' FinS4E212 Feather & Fur-Kurt Belding (Western Obsessions TV)Join us this week as we talk about being driven for success not only in the field but also in the outdoor industry with Kurt Belding, creator of Western Obsessions TV! Waypoint TV- https://waypointtv.comPatreon-https://www.patreon.com/paddlenfinPodcast & Website- www.paddlenfin.comYouTube- https://www.youtube.com/paddlenfinEmail- paddlenfin@gmail.comSocial Media- @paddlenfinYak Gadget- www.yakgadget.com153 Baits- www.the153anglers.comPelican Professional- www.pel...
2021-08-141h 14
Real Estate Re-Defined93: Kurt Belding - Entrepreneur, Hunter, and Owner - Western Obsession TVKurt Belding is a serial entrepreneur with a great story of his ups and downs through multiple business ventures. In this podcast he discusses his entrepreneurial ventures and the lessons he's learned along the way. Now he enjoys life doing what he loves. Creating and producing a hunting TV show called Western Obsession.
2021-04-071h 57
The Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowWellness & Fitness-Men's Physique Pro Adam Bonilla / Blue Collar Entrepreneur Show #44On the 44th Blue Collar Entrepreneur Show, we bring on guest, Adam Bonilli! Adam is a Colorado-based wellness & fitness- men's physique pro, head coach, master trainer and certified nutritionist. Adam is currently the Owner and lead trainer at, Team Elite Physique. Some of the things Kurt and Adam discussed: -Adam's story and how he came up, as well as what he does now - The importance of life-style balance -What is the best way to build your legacy -Giving back to your community when you're successful HAVE A QUESTION? Drop it in the comments below for next week's Blue Collar...
2020-01-141h 09The Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowIronman Athlete and Angel Investor Eric Hinman / Blue Collar Entrepreneur Show #43On the 43rd Blue Collar Entrepreneur Show, we bring on guest Eric Hinman! Eric is a Denver-based five-time Ironman athlete, serial entrepreneur, Crossfitter, and brand ambassador. Eric is also a health + wellness, tech, and hospitality angel investor. Eric is the co-founder of Original Grain, a multi-unit, healthy-fast-casual restaurant, XO Taco, a trendy-Mexican restaurant in Syracuse, NY, and Urban Life Athletics, a fitness facility in Syracuse, NY. He had a lot of interesting things to say. Some of the things Kurt and Eric discussed: -Being present, and how it translates into success -Eric's story and how he came up, as wel...
2020-01-0833 minThe Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowThe BCE Show Episode #42 Kayla ScottOn the 42nd Ask the BCE Show, the topics Kurt discusses include: - Does your social media following change how people perceive you? - Social medias impact on kids - Tik-Tok and the future of social media Viewer Questions: 1. How do you evaluate a potential employee’s social media, what things are you looking for? 2.What impact has social had on your businesses? 3.With Tik-Tok's growth, how do you plan on leveraging it for your businesses? HAVE A QUESTION? Drop it in the comments below for next week's BCE show!! Want to watch the BCE show LIVE? Tune in every We...
2020-01-0832 minThe Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowThe BCE Show Episode 41 - An inside look at Corporate VideographyInterview with Photographer and videographer, Reese ST.Germain On the 41st Ask the BCE Show, kurt Has on Reese ST.Germain, who is his in-house Videographer/Photographer : - How did Reese start doing Photography and Videography? - whats is a good way for people who are interested in learning Photography/Videography, to gain experience? - Is it important to go to College to learn about Photography/Videography? - What type of content is important for companies to create Viewer Questions: 1. Do you think it is necessary to invest in high end gear for productions, or can you do it with c...
2020-01-0823 minThe Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowThe BCE Show #40 - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu IndustryOn the 40th Ask the BCE Show, Kurt interviews BJJ Promoter, Seth Daniels. Seth tells Kurt about all the ups and downs of starting his own business and talks about the road that he took to get where is is today. Seth currently runs the biggest Brazilian Jiu Jitsu event in the United States, Fight To Win Pro. Viewer Questions: 1. How do you balance your business and family life? 2. Having two boys who are both active in sports, hos do you keep healthy competition and equal enthusiasm? 3. As a father how do you keep your oldest son humble? HAVE A Q...
2020-01-081h 15The Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowThe BCE Show episode #39 DEALING WITH CHANGE AND NEGATIVE THOUGHT PATTERNSOn the 39th Ask the BCE Show, the topics Kurt discusses include: - Change - Meditation - New business ventures Viewer Questions: 1. What new business ventures do you have? 2. How do you remotivate yourself when you're tired? 3. How do you turn off those negative thoughts when going through change? HAVE A QUESTION? Drop it in the comments below for next week's BCE show!! Want to watch the BCE show LIVE? Tune in every Wednesday @ NOON on Kurt’s FB/IG (links below)! Kurt's Website & Social media: https://www.kurtbelding.com/ https://www.instagram.com/kurtbelding... https://www.facebook.com/KurtB...
2020-01-0811 minThe Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowThe BCE Show #36 Ups and Down of running a businessOn the 36th Ask the BCE Show, the topics Kurt discusses include: - handling the ups and downs of the emotions of business - doing good things for people because it is the right thing to do - how to establish and sustain culture in the workplace - you are the average of the people you surround yourself with Viewer Questions: 1. As a business owner, how do you do good things for people, without getting taken advantage of? 2. How do you go about establishing positive culture in the workplace and how do you sustain it? 3. How much do your comm...
2020-01-0810 minThe Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowThe BCE Show Episode 35 HOW TO LIVE FOREVERHOW TO LIVE FOREVER On the 35th Ask the BCE Show, the topics Kurt discusses include: - what it is like to work your way up the ranks of a company - whats the difference of working for a large company to a small company - how Alex got started with Fit Republic - taking a chance on a small company for larger growth - how "skin in the game" changes the game - you can only really learn through failure - growing your personal brand - how to become immortal Viewer Questions: 1. Besides Fitness what are you other pass...
2020-01-0819 minThe Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowThe BCE Show Episode #34 Is Marrying an entrepreneur worth it?On the 34th Ask the BCE Show, the topics Kurt discusses include: - what it is like to be married to an entrepreneur - work life balance - maintaining a successful marriage while owning a business - riding the roller coaster of entrepreneurship - making family your #1 priority - developing tools to handle stress - over communicate - weight loss Viewer Questions: 1. What is the biggest challenge being married to a business owner? 2. How do you help Kurt De-stress from the ups and downs? 3. What would be your advise to someone else getting into a relationship with an entrepreneur? 4. What...
2020-01-0821 minThe Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowTHE BCE SHOW EPISODE #33 The business of glam with Lyndsay WilsonOn the 33 rd Ask the BCE Show, Kurt has guest Lyndsay Wilson on the show and the topics they discusses include: - Beauty and Fitness - The Business of Glam -The Customer Experience -The Jump of Starting Your Own Business - The Value of Business Plans - Entrepreneurship Growing Pains - Evolution of Entrepreneurship - Always be Innovating HAVE A QUESTION? Drop it in the comments below for next week's BCE show!! Want to watch the BCE show LIVE? Tune in every Wednesday @ NOON on Kurt’s FB/IG (links below)! Kurt's Website & Social media: https://www.kurtbelding.com/ https...
2020-01-0839 minThe Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowBCE Show #32 the value of social media marketingOn the 32nd Ask the BCE Show, the topics Kurt discusses include: - Losing key employees in a small business - Eating healthy - Staying innovative - Building a brand - The value of social media marketing - Social media marketing tools Viewer Questions: 1. Can you travel and still eat healthy? 2. Can fast food be healthy? 3. How do you stay innovative? It’s easy to follow the trends of what big players in the game are doing. Is it best to do what they’re doing or not? 4. What do you think about CrossFit pulling all of their social media...
2020-01-0829 minThe Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowAsk The BCE Show #31 Brick and Mortar retailers need to change this NOWOn the 31st Ask the BCE Show, the topics Kurt discusses include: - The importance of goal setting - Why retail stores are hurting - The non-profitable aspects of business - The importance of social media pages for businesses - Pricing strategies - One of the big moves for Kurt’s business this year Viewer Questions: 1. If you know your retail store needs something, but you may not necessarily have the money for it, what should you do? 2. What parts of your business are not profitable? What is your pricing strategy and why? 3. What’s your next big move for y...
2020-01-0812 minThe Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowBCE EPISODE #30 Company Culture & how to find great employeesBCE EPISODE #30 Company Culture & how to find great employees
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The Franchise Story Podcast55: The Glamour Vs. The Reality Of Entrepreneurship, with Kurt BeldingStories from Franchisees & Founders In this episode, we're with Kurt Belding of Fit Republic. He is a franchisor and also has a podcast called the BCE Show. He also started the Fit Republic Foods. Brian and Kurt discuss how people generally see entrepreneurship versus how it really works. They share valuable insights on the reality of starting and making the business grow that will surely encourage and give you more perspective. What are you waiting for? Check out this episode now and learn more about what making the business work really looks like.
2019-10-2236 min
2019-08-1900 min
Solid Steps Radio#189 Gray Divorce (Empty Nester Divorce) is on the Rise - There's Help For That! 6/22/19In America, 1 out of 4 divorces involve people over the age of 50, and the number has doubled since 1990. Being empty nesters can be a blessing or it can be a burden. What will it be for you? On this week’s show, Kurt and Chad welcome Senior Adults Minister Murphy Belding to discuss the realities of being empty nesters. He talks about avoiding the pitfalls that might lead to divorce, as well as precautionary measures that can actually lead to empty nesters thriving when the kids are gone. With some planning, you can say to one another “We are better together.” Murphy...
2019-06-2446 min
The Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowAsk the BCE Show #28 | How Brick-And-Mortar Retailers Compete with Online BusinessesOn the 28th Ask the BCE Show, the topics Kurt discusses include:
- The purpose behind the BCE Show
- How small businesses deal with competition
- Work/life balance & priorities
- Why other Brick-And-Mortar businesses should take his advice
- The importance of building relationships to grow a business
Viewer Questions:
1. How do you compete with online stores, like Amazon and Bodybuilding.com?
2. Do your priorities have to change when you own a business? Does family come first or d...
2019-05-0212 min
The Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowAsk the BCE Show #27 | Influencer Marketing is ChangingOn the 27th Ask the BCE Show, the topics Kurt discusses include:
- Influencer marketing and follower count
- How to choose a protein shake
- Sacrifices of starting a business
- Benefits of being your own boss
- Raising capital for a new business concept
- Long-term thinking
- The importance of building a personal brand
Viewer Questions:
1. Can you recommend a low carb protein shake?
2. What is the biggest sacrifice of starting a business?
2019-05-0225 min
The Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowAsk the BCE Show #26 | Marketing Strategies for Brick & Mortar StoresOn the 26th Ask the BCE Show, the topics Kurt discusses include:
- Brick & Mortar marketing tactics
- The importance of executing your business ideas
- Marketing an online business vs brick & mortar store
- Non-digital marketing relevance today
Viewer Questions:
1. How do you execute marketing for an online business?
2. Is there any relevance to non-digital marketing today?
HAVE A QUESTION? Drop it in the comments below for next week's BCE show!!
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2019-05-0216 min
The Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowAsk the BCE Show #25 | Tactical Business AdviceOn the 25th Ask the BCE Show, the topics Kurt discusses include:
- Why you should start a podcast
- Sometimes your best defense is a better offense
- Kurt’s first business failure
- Positivity in business
- Helpful tips to change negativity/anxiety
Viewer Questions:
1. What was your first business and did it succeed, or did it fail? What was the biggest thing you learned and how did you overcome your experience?
2. What are some ways to take pe...
2019-05-0215 min
The Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowAsk the BCE Show #24 | Know Your Numbers in BusinessOn the 24th Ask the BCE Show, the topics Kurt discusses include:
- Kurt’s experience on how important numbers are in business and life
- How to not let numbers overwhelm you
- Negatives of looking at numbers too much
Viewer Questions:
1. How do you not let numbers overwhelm you when looking at profit goals whether that be monthly, quarterly etc.?
2. What are the negatives of always looking at numbers in your business?
HAVE A QUESTION? Drop it in...
2019-05-0212 min
The Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowAsk the BCE Show #23 | Take Responsibility for Your LifeOn the 23rd Ask the BCE Show, the topics Kurt discusses include:
- Taking responsibility for your own life
- How to get out of a slump
- What keeps Kurt going
- How to refocus
- Combating negativity
- Preparing for seasonal slumps in business
- Perception
- How Kurt got into the supplement business
- How to improve mental strength
Viewer Questions:
1. How do you get re-fired up after hitting a slump?
2019-05-0224 min
The Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowAsk the BCE Show #22 | 3 Vital Tips to Grow A Small BusinessOn the 22nd Ask the BCE Show, the topics Kurt discusses include:
- Tips to grow your business
- Keeping your mental game on point
- Inspiring employees
- The proper capital to have in the bank when starting a business
Viewer Questions:
1. How do I inspire my employees to be better salesmen?
2. Compared to the initial investment, how much money should I have in the bank?
HAVE A QUESTION? Drop it in the comments below for...
2019-05-0222 min
The Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowAsk the BCE Show #21 | Misconceptions of Starting Your Own BusinessOn the 21st Ask the BCE Show, the topics Kurt discusses include:
- The delusions of what it’s like to start your own business
- Taxes
- Time management
- Differences between owner investor and owner operator
- New Fit Republic locations?
Viewer Questions:
1. What can I do to avoid getting destroyed on taxes?
2. How do I lower my stress level?
3. How do I manage my time between business and family?
4. What is the biggest di...
2019-05-0216 min
The Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowAsk the BCE Show #20 | Small Business AdvertisingOn the 20th Ask the BCE Show, the topics Kurt discusses include:
- Advertising for tomorrow, not today or 10 years ago
- Digital Advertising
- Staying on track during hard times
- Selling custom welded furniture
- College experience and starting a business
Viewer Questions:
1. Why do you get up so early?
2. Do you feel like throwing in the towel when things get tough? What does it take to keep you going when you feel everyone around you including your...
2019-05-0216 min
The Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowAsk the BCE Show #19 | Get More Work Done, Compound Your TimeOn the 19th Ask the BCE Show, the topics Kurt discusses include:
- Compounding time
- The Fit Republic Farm Program
- Entrepreneur vs. Business man
- Goals for Kurt’s business
- Entrepreneurship mistakes
- Integrity in business
Viewer Questions:
1. What’s the difference between a business man and an entrepreneur?
2. What is your 3-year goal?
3. What’s the biggest mistake you see fresh entrepreneurs make?
4. How important is integrity in sales? What impact...
2019-05-0216 min
The Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowAsk the BCE Show #18 | Building Social Media as a Fitness Entrepreneur w/ Guest Tyler HoltOn the 18th Ask the BCE Show, Kurt welcomes personal trainer and Muscle Pharm athlete, Tyler Holt to the show! The topics Kurt & Tyler discuss include:
- Advice for new personal trainers
- Marketing/social media
- What’s next for Tyler
- Diets
Viewer Questions:
1. What’s the biggest change you’ve noticed in Tyler over the last five years?
2. What diet regimen do you currently follow?
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2019-05-0226 min
The Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowAsk the BCE Show #17 | Side Hustles | Q&AOn the 17th Ask the BCE Show, the topics Kurt discusses include:
- Internet trolls
- Taking a step back when necessary
- Sharing your vision with employees
- Mistakes made by leaders
- Understanding your perceptions
- Turning a side hustle into a full time hustle
- College and success
Viewer Questions:
1. How do you manage employees successfully when your views don’t match?
2. What is one mistake you witness leaders making more than others?...
2019-05-0224 min
The Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowAsk the BCE Show #16 | Tips on Managing Your Money | Q&AOn the 16th Ask the BCE Show, the topics Kurt discusses include:
- Money perceptions
- Spending & saving money
- Retirement
- Goals and problems with money for business owners
Viewer Questions:
1. What are good strategies for saving money?
2. Do money problems ever go away as a business owner?
3. What are realistic goals to set, money wise, as a small business owner?
4. Do you have stock investments?
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2019-04-3024 min
The Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowAsk the BCE Show #15 | Steps to Building Self-Confidence | Q&AOn the 15th Ask the BCE Show, the topics Kurt discusses include:
- The importance of self-confidence
- How to deal with self-doubt
- Regaining confidence
- Leadership
Viewer Questions:
1. What situations have you been beat down in and lost confidence? How did you regain it?
2. Do you struggle with confidence in an area of your life today? If so, how are you working on it?
3. If you don’t believe in yourself or what you are working on, how can...
2019-04-3019 min
The Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowAsk the BCE Show #14 | What Happened?! | Business Advice | Q&AOn the 14th Ask the BCE Show, the topics Kurt discusses include:
- The key factor to success
- Innovating in your industry
- Kurt’s make or break moment
- Sacrifices and non-negotiables in business
- Personal growth
- Kurt’s biggest failure
- Lessons from growing up in a small town
- Running social media
- Balancing opening a business and personal life
Viewer Questions:
1. What has been the most important/crucial part...
2019-04-3025 min
The Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowAsk the BCE Show #13 | From Homeless to Serial EntrepreneurOn the 13th Ask the BCE Show, the topics Kurt discusses include:
- The importance of gratitude, and not forgetting where you started
- Maintaining positivity
- Overcoming the fear of failure
- The impact of mentors/leaders
Viewer Questions:
1. How do you stay so positive when things seem to go so badly?
2. After the GNC failure, how did you overcome the fear of failure?
3. Have you had someone who has made a tremendous impact on you as a leader...
2019-04-2917 min
The Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowAsk the BCE Show #12 | The Most Important Piece of Goal-SettingOn the 12th Ask the BCE Show, the topics Kurt discusses include:
- How to set goals you will achieve
- Starting business in a “hot” market or industry
- Who owns Fit Republic, how did it start, and what’s next for the company
- Kurt’s goals for the new year
Viewer Questions:
1. How do you know when you’re taking on too much and when to back it off? As a hungry entrepreneur you want to take advantage of every opportunity.
2. D...
2019-04-2925 min
The Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowAsk the BCE Show #11 | The TRUE VALUE of your Work EthicOn the 11th Ask the BCE Show, the topics Kurt discusses include:
- Work Ethic
- How to manage people
- The struggle of managing multiple businesses
- Work/life balance
- Staying positive when times get tough
Viewer Questions:
1. What’s the biggest problem that comes with the most success?
2. Do you ever feel like you can’t give all your businesses 100% due to having multiple?
3. How do you balance rest and stress?
4. When things aren...
2019-04-2820 min
The Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowAsk the BCE Show #10 | Mark Jackson, Former Denver Bronco, talks BusinessOn the 10th Ask the BCE Show, Kurt welcomes special guest Mark Jackson! Mark played 9 years in the NFL, is currently a Mile-High talk show host and social business entrepreneur. The topics Kurt and Mark cover include:
- Mark’s Professional Football Career
- What Mark is up to now
- Social business
- Lessons from failure
- Sports principles that apply to life and business
- Mark’s top 3 habits for success
Viewer Questions:
1. What do you mean when you...
2019-04-2836 minThe Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowAsk the BCE Show #9 | #1Tip in taking Emotions out of Business | Is Franchising for You?On the 9th Ask the BCE Show, Kurt talks about multiple topics…
- Why change is necessary
- How to set micro vs macro goals
- The difference between franchising and starting your own business
- How to balance daily tasks and solving problems that constantly come up
Viewer Questions:
1. How did you establish your goals when you first started? For instance, what do you decide from short term vs long term goals?
2. Are you opening any more Fit Republics?
3. Ho...
2019-04-2017 minThe Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowAsk the BCE Show #8 | What it Takes to be an Entrepreneur | Q&AOn the 8th Ask the BCE Show, Kurt stresses what it means to have your skin in the game and answers various business-related questions.
The areas Kurt discusses include:
- What truly defines an entrepreneur
- How to overcome failure
- Adapting to changes in the industry
- Stress management
Viewer Questions:
1. Have you had businesses that has failed before? And how did you o...
2019-04-2019 min
The Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowAsk the BCE Show #7 ft. Shane Franklin | The Business side of the Music IndustryOn the 7th Ask the BCE Show, Kurt welcomes Shane Franklin. Shane is the CEO of Cornbread Entertainment, a national recording artist, an all-around entertainer and a night show host on 95.7 the Party and 107.9 KBPI. Kurt digs into Shane’s history and expertise in the music industry.
The areas Kurt & Shane discuss include:
- Shane’s history in the music industry
- The relevance of college on a career in the music industry
- The business side of the music industry
- What not to do when s...
2019-04-1925 min
The Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowAsk the BCE Show #6 | Conquering a Lack of MotivationOn the 6th Ask the BCE Show, Kurt Belding explores solutions to a lack of motivation, answers viewers questions, and gives his insight on self-perception.
Areas of Discussion:
- How to stay motivated
- How to motivate others
- The importance of self-perception
Viewer Questions:
1. What do you look forward to most in your personal life that keeps you the most motivated?
2. What do you think triggers your motivational rut?
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2019-04-1920 min
The Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowAsk the BCE Show #5 | #1 MISTAKE in Building a Brand | Halloween Stories | Q&AOn the 5th Ask the BCE Show, Kurt Belding answers multiple business related questions and takes us down his Halloween memory lane.
Areas of Discussion:
- Time management
- Building a brand
- Business funding
- Leadership
Viewer Questions:
1. How often do you audit your time to make sure the projects you are working on and putting effort into are going to move you forward?
2. What areas/suburbs in Denver are your favorites?
3. What would y...
2019-04-1924 min
The Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowAsk the BCE Show #4 | Do you own your business OR does your business own you?On the 4th Episodes of the Ask the BCE Show, Kurt talks about 3 main topics:
1. The difference between owning your business and your business own
2. The pros and cons of owning your own business
3. Stress management
LIVE questions:
1. How many businesses do you run?
2. How did you first start off?
3. How is your business doing?
4. Running a number of businesses, how do you handle your customer success and overall experience? How do you track your customer satisfaction?
2019-04-1923 min
The Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowAsk the BCE Show Episode #3On Episode #3 of the Ask the BCE Show, Kurt talks about what not to do when starting your own business and answers viewer questions!
The important points he discusses:
- Understanding your industry
- Making a business plan
- Asking yourself, "Do I have enough capital to execute the business well?"
Viewer Questions:
1. What are your favorite books to share with people just starting out?
2. What not to do when opening your own business.
3. If you could change anything in...
2019-04-1811 minThe Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowAsk The BCE Show Episode #2On only the 2nd episode of the Ask the BCE Show, Kurt brings on a surprise guest! Kurt and fellow Entrepreneur, Tony Bock (Owner of Titan Applicators), discuss business scalability and answer viewer questions.
Viewer Questions:
1. If you were to invest in someone that wants to flip homes, what kind of business plan would you want to see?
2. What are the benefits of amino acids? Why are they so important in our daily life, with lifting?
3. So you said...
2019-04-1833 min
The Blue Collar Entrepreneur ShowAsk The BCE Show Episode #1This is the 1st episode of the Ask The BCE (Blue Collar Entrepreneur) show! I started this podcast to give back to fellow business owners the knowledge I have gained over the many years of owning and building businesses. I share my failures and successes in an attempt to give the most value to my listeners and give the most practical information I can to help other business owners. I hope you find this show valuable and it helps you not make the same mistakes I have in business.
2019-04-1823 min
Solid Steps Radio#178 Proverbs 27 Verse 17 Says, As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another 4:6:19“Mentoring will make your life better and make you better at life.” Who taught you how to do life? Who do you go to when you just don’t know which direction to turn? Who is sharpening you, and more importantly who are you sharpening? On this weeks show, Kurt and Chad talk with two men (Biddy Bates and Murphy Belding) who have a fortunate and mutually beneficial relationship in a mentoring friendship. You may need someone who’s a little further down the road in life, who can hear and see things about your life that you can’t. Why is thi...
2019-04-0948 minDiscussion with Kurt Belding of Nutrition ZoneWhen you are uncertain about trying a new nutrition product, sometimes talking to a professional helps bring peace of mind. Well, our guest Kurt Belding of Nutrition Zone is definitely an authority you can trust concerning vitamins and other nutrition products. With an emphasis on improving the health and wellness of its customers, Nutrition Zone provides unparallel customer services to bring about positive results for those who seek their help.
During this program we will discuss sports nutrition and other important ways to help young athletes stay healthy the right way. Feel free to join the blog conversation during the...
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