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The Swell Pod

Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor

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What does it take to create something that never existed before? What does it take to challenge the status quo? What does it take to change the world? ​ Join us on our journey to find out.
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The Nonprofit Architect Podcast is the premier 'how-to' podcast designed to build, launch, and improve your nonprofit! We interview nonprofit leaders, business leaders, consultants, and those with special skills to give you the actionable steps needed to build stronger nonprofits. Our guests dive into their expertise, pull back the curtain, and give you the actionable steps you've been looking for! We go in-depth into these great topics: Board of Directors How to Build your Board World-Class ...
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In Episode 054 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Erin Pfeifer, Co-Founder & Head of Product at Lead Belay Check out today’s episode and every other installment of the Kiln.Roadtrip by listening, watching, and subscribing to the podcast here - https://linktr.ee/theswellpod le…
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In Episode 053 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Taryn Davis, Founder & Strategist at tbd strategies. Check out today’s episode and every other installment of the Kiln.Roadtrip by listening, watching, and subscribing to the podcast here - https://linktr.ee/theswellpod https:…
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In Episode 052 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Toby Kraus, Co-Founder and CEO at Lightship. Lightship is America's first all-electric RV company on a mission to reimagine the road trip and travel experience by designing and producing aerodynamic, all-electric travel traile…
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In Episode 051 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Max Rosencrantz, Co-founder and CEO at Cardova. Check out today’s episode and every other installment of the Kiln.Roadtrip by listening, watching, and subscribing to the podcast here - https://linktr.ee/theswellpod Find out mo…
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In Episode 050 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Victoria Olson, Owner & Founder of Expand Mentoring. Victoria shares her extensive experience in mental health and her passion for mentoring, particularly in aiding those recovering from addiction. She discusses the hands-on a…
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In Episode 049 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview TJ McIntyre, CEO at Bobos. Bobo's is a baked goods company celebrating its 20th anniversary, known for simple, delicious, and wholesome snacks. TJ discusses the company's growth from a single mom's kitchen to a $100 million re…
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In Episode 048 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Yuval Laor, an Author working on an upcoming book titled Fervor: What Cults Teach Us About the Evolution of Religion. We delve into the evolution of religious psychology and the human capacity for fervor and sudden conversion.…
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In Episode 047 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Bryan Conklin, CEO & President of Simuwatt. Conklin discusses his transition from management consulting to clean tech, his passion for sustainability, and the functionality of Simuwatt's software platform, Buildee, which aims …
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In Episode 046 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Haley Halteman, Brand Manager at Origine. They discuss Origine's mission to produce organic, regenerative spices, herbs, and botanicals, and the challenges they face entering the US market. The conversation also touches on the…
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In Episode 045 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Alan Clarke, Chief Strategy & Product Director at Ayyeka. Alan discusses his company's work in providing IoT and AI solutions to help cities manage environmental impacts. He shares his journey from running an environmental mon…
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In Episode 044 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Morgan Gilliam from Fiddle during their Kiln Road Trip. They discuss the inception of Fiddle, a cloud-based inventory management software, and its impact on small to medium-sized CPG companies. Morgan shares his journey from s…
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In Episode 043 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Robbie Law, CEO of Posture, on their journey across five states. They explore how Posture empowers people to become elite communicators and drive revenue through speaking engagements. The conversation delves into creating move…
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In Episode 042 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Derrin Hill, the founder and CEO of RevRoad. The discussion centers on RevRoad's commitment to assisting entrepreneurs in maximizing their company's potential. They delve into the various challenges and opportunities present w…
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In Episode 041 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Michelle McCullough, CEO of Dream Board Media, during their Kiln Road Trip. Michelle shares her story of becoming an accidental entrepreneur and happiness coach, emphasizing the importance of happiness and resilience in the wo…
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In Episode 040 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview John Cho, a seasoned startup strategist and advisor, at Kiln Provo. As they traverse five states to interview 100 innovative minds, John Cho contributes his valuable perspective on the intricacies of building a startup. He del…
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In Episode 039 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Trey Stewart, a BYU basketball player and fashion designer for Default Happiness, during the Kiln Road Trip. Trey discusses his passion for art, his self-taught journey into fashion design, and his charity work. He emphasizes …
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Breaking the Mold: Grit Marketing's Creative Vision for Direct-to-Home Sales In Episode 038 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Josh Nilsen, managing partner of Grit Marketing, shares his personal story and the company's innovative approach to direct-to-home sales. He discusse…
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In Episode 037 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Ty Cottle, a video producer and tech enthusiast, during their Kiln Road Trip. The trio discusses Ty's content creation journey, focusing on mechanical keyboards and tech reviews, and his experiences with social media platforms…
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In Episode 036 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Jeff Burningham, founder of Peak Capital Partners and Peak Ventures. They delve into Jeff's enthusiasm for mindfulness and artificial intelligence, discussing the potential impacts of AI advancements. Jeff provides personal an…
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In Episode 035 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Bentley Wilson, founder of Cardagraph, during their Kiln Road Trip. Wilson discusses the challenges of creating accurate product roadmaps for software companies and how Cardagraph's tool integrates with engineering data to imp…
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In Episode 034 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Nelson Pace, an epidemiologist and data scientist at AbbVie, during their Kiln Road Trip. They discuss Nelson's career in cancer research, the development of cancer therapies, and the impact of his work on patient outcomes. Ne…
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In Episode 033 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview James Lincoln, the founder of Goodly Growth, a digital marketing agency. They discuss James's entrepreneurial journey, his strategy of acquiring established businesses from retiring owners, and the challenges he faces in the p…
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In Episode 032 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview John Moore and Justin Brey, co-founders of Heare Brotherhood, a community aimed at fostering a global brotherhood for men's support and growth. They discuss the company's origins, the importance of creating a safe space for me…
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In Episode 031 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Jeff Handy, CEO of Qualiti, about the transformative role of AI in software testing. They delve into Jeff's journey in the tech industry and discuss how Qualiti's AI-driven platform streamlines the test automation process, enh…
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In Episode 030 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Ben Peck, co-founder of Front Utah. In this episode, Ben discusses his path into product design and the evolution of his company, which offers inspiration and training for UX designers and product managers. The episode explore…
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In Episode 029 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Marty McDonough, CEO of Shadow Draw. Marty discusses his app, which helps users learn to draw on an iPad with step-by-step guides, highlighting its accessibility and upcoming Vision Pro feature. He shares his inspiration for c…
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In Episode 028 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Josilyn Olsen, the Co-Founder & CMO of Modwella. Modwella is a company offering in-home concierge health and wellness services. This episode explores how Olsen and her company are disrupting the traditional health industry by …
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In Episode 027 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Andrew Howlett, the CEO of Struck. Andrew recounts his upbringing in Las Vegas, his transition from finance to creative industries, and the evolution of his companies. Struck, a creative agency, excels in brand transformation,…
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In Episode 026 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Paul Shin, CEO of Tacos Together. Paul shares his vision of fostering community through events and tacos. Paul reveals his charity event, "Operation Santa's Stash," and reflects on his journey to creating Tacos Together. Join …
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In Episode 025 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Renato Villanueva, CEO of Parallel, during their Kiln Road Trip. Renato discusses his Peruvian roots, entrepreneurial influences, and experiences at Qualtrics and Divvy. He highlights the challenges of starting a business, the value…
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In Episode 024 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Scott Porter, the CEO of San Diablo Churros and Vitamin T, shares his entrepreneurial journey from nursing home administration to the gourmet churro industry. He discusses his passion for Mexican culture and creating memorable…
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In Episode 023 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Nate Sanders, CEO and Co-Founder of Artifact, during their Kiln Road Trip. They delve into Artifact's Origin Story and the impact it will have for businesses. Join The Swell Pod on the Kiln.Roadtrip by listening, watching, and…
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In Episode 022 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Zach Barney, CEO of Mobly, during their Kiln Road Trip. They delve into Mobly's mission to streamline the process of capturing and enriching contact information for in-person leads via a mobile app. Zach discusses the inceptio…
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In Episode 021 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Steve Arntz, CEO of Campfire. Steve discusses Campfire's mission to enhance connections, particularly for leaders and teams in a post-pandemic world. He shares his personal background, including his experience in education tec…
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In Episode 020 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Brandon Gardner, CEO of Sembrar, who talks about his company's fractional product management services and his personal journey, including how his dyslexia shaped his innovative approach to business. The hosts conclude by invit…
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In Episode 019 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Jeanette Padilla Vega, founder of the Food Justice Coalition, in Salt Lake City. Jeanette discusses her background, the Coalition's mission to combat food insecurity in Utah, and the importance of self-awareness in social just…
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In Episode 018 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Brad Romney, CEO of Verdi, discussing the challenges and intricacies of product management. They explore Verdi's platform and its benefits for product managers and entrepreneurs. Additionally, there's a light-hearted exchange …
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In Episode 017 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Tom Kelly, a veteran in strategic communications with a rich history in Olympic sports. Kelly shares his journey from working with the US Ski and Snowboard Team to consulting for sports organizations. He offers insights on goa…
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In Episode 016 of the #kilnroadtrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Rilee Buttars, CEO of Donde, during the Kiln Road Trip. We discuss Rilee's mission to make travel accessible for employees through her company, which partners with businesses to offer travel benefits. Rilee shares her belief i…
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In episode 015 of the Kiln.RoadTrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Earl Foote, CEO of Nexus IT Consultants, during their Kiln Road Trip. Earl shares his unconventional journey in the tech industry, starting Nexus IT at 23 and embracing a rebellious mindset. He discusses the amicable business …
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In episode 014 of the Kiln.RoadTrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Dani Corbett-Tebbs, founder of Lake City Photos. They discuss the mission to explore creativity and challenge norms by interviewing 100 individuals. Danny shares her transition from wedding to business photography, emphasizing…
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In episode 013 of the Kiln.RoadTrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Claire Ginn, CEO of Moonjax. Claire shares her entrepreneurial story of creating a patented baby teether, overcoming challenges like marketing struggles and copycat competitors. The hosts commend her resilience and suggest str…
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In episode 011 of the Kiln.RoadTrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Dave Olsen, CEO of Nimbl and Nimbl Staffing, who shares his entrepreneurial journey and vision for revolutionizing the accounting industry. Olsen discusses his Canadian roots, his move to Utah, and how his company provides fra…
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In episode 010 of the Kiln.RoadTrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Inherent Biosciences co-founders Andy Olson and Kristen Brogaard. The company is at the forefront of epigenetic diagnostics, focusing on male infertility with their innovative sperm quality test. The discussion explores the li…
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In episode 009 of the Kiln.RoadTrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Zach Olson, CEO of Treads, during their Kiln Road Trip. The discussion covers Zach's entrepreneurial background, the creation of Treads—an AI-powered car maintenance subscription service—and the company's expansion to 21 citie…
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In episode 008 of the Kiln.RoadTrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Jason Owen, CEO of Heliose, during their Kiln Road Trip. They discuss Heliose's ambitious goal to cut solar costs by 50% and speed up installation to within 72 hours post-sale. Owen highlights the issues of high sales commissi…
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In episode 007 of the Kiln.RoadTrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Jackie Zehner, founder of SheMoney, during their Kiln Road Trip. Jacki, a former Goldman Sachs partner and financial feminist, discusses her dedication to aligning women with money and power. She highlights the emotional and t…
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In episode 006 of the Kiln.RoadTrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Megan Recher and Haley Nelke from Place Collaborative, a firm dedicated to open-source, sustainable architecture and planning. They discuss their commitment to sharing knowledge and creating regenerative solutions, aiming to m…
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In episode 005 of the Kiln.RoadTrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Ryan Bedinghaus, the executive director of Hyperquake. They explore the significance of storytelling in branding, the necessity of understanding consumers, and the impact of effective communication in launching innovative idea…
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In episode 004 of the Kiln.RoadTrip, created and produced by The Swell Pod, hosts Spencer McKeown and Josh Taylor interview Carly Driscoll of Wasatch Back Media. Carly shares her journey from competitive water skier to digital marketing entrepreneur in Salt Lake City, focusing on skiing inclusivity. She discusses overcoming gender biases and her ef…
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