Best West Obsessed Podcasts (2024)

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Our obsession with ownership 39:25

1h ago39:25

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We are obsessed with the need to own things, not least, our homes. But for younger people that is increasingly becoming a pipedream, unless they are lucky enough to gain a healthy inheritance. Even then it’s going to come later in life. In the meantime, we save like crazy, and even when we do get a house, we spend decades paying it off though a hef…

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Customer Obsessed: Proven Methods for Building a High-Standard Roofing Company with Robin Scherer 53:23

2h ago53:23

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Ready to transform your roofing business into a powerhouse? Join us as we sit down with Robin, owner of Trust Roofing Company, who shares his incredible journey from modest beginnings with his parents to scaling an eight-figure empire. Discover the core values that Robin swears by—integrity, hard work, and customer obsession—as he explains how thes…

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Alien 3 (1992): A Misunderstood Masterpiece Or A Violently Awful Cash Grab? Definitely... 1:07:00

14h ago1:07:00

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Ben and Rob leap into the fire of controversy with ‘Alien 3’, the debut feature film of legendary director David Fincher and widely considered a staggeringly disappointing film both critically and commercially. Starring Sigourney Weaver, Charles Dance and Lance Henriksen, ‘Alien 3’ follows Ellen Ripley after her Sulaco escape pod crashes on a plane…

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Too big for their boots? Are bigger companies slowing the economy. 37:02

1h ago37:02

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The global share market has always been dominated by the US, now we’re seeing a number share of very large tech companies claiming a larger slice of that pie. Even though they are trading with price to earnings ratios well beyond the historic average, these companies won’t fail. They dominate the market, with billions of customers, low production c…

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AI for Roofers: Boosting Efficiency and Profits in Your Business with Jonathan Mast 52:42

8h ago52:42

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Can AI revolutionize the roofing industry? Join us as we sit down with Jonathan Mast, an AI expert, who reveals groundbreaking ways artificial intelligence is transforming how roofing businesses operate. From automating tedious tasks like writing professional emails and creating standard operating procedures (SOPs) to enhancing efficiency and boost…

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X (2022): Ti West's Love Letter To Seventies Horror and Pornography Has Shocking Depth! 1:03:20

1h ago1:03:20

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Ben and Rob get steamy with ‘X’, Ti West’s first movie in his trilogy of period piece horrors starring Mia Goth. With the all-star cast rounded out by Jenna Ortega, Martin Henderson, Brittany Snow, Owen Campbell, Stephen Ure, and Scott Mescudi, ‘X’ paints the screen red when an adult movie crew rent the airBnB from hell from a couple of rural farme…

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Andy Chlebana C.M.P.C., C.C.A.: Teacher, Coach, TV Star 43:29

2d ago43:29

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Upon completing an AAS in Culinary Arts from Joliet Junior College in Joliet, Illinois, Andy Chlebana attended the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park to study baking and pastry. He began his career working for the Four Seasons Chicago, focusing on fine-dining desserts. Chef Chlebana’s career has included positions at The Ritz-Carlton Amelia…

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Labour’s Energy Halfway House 38:29

3d ago38:29

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Labour has romped to victory in the UK and they need to get cracking on all their election promises. One of those is the creation of Great British Energy. Keir Starmer points to the number of foreign interests owning energy generation in the UK. But, as Phil highlights this week, foreign companies are also heavily invested in energy distribution an…

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Special Episode 2: Unlocking Unstoppable Roofing Sales Teams: Recruitment, Compensation, and Retention Strategies with Adam Bensman 56:15

4d ago56:15

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https://roofingsuccesspodcast.com Unlock the secrets to creating an unstoppable roofing sales team with insights from Adam of the Roofing and Solar Reform Alliance. Ever wondered how to attract top-tier talent and keep them loyal? Adam shares his insider knowledge on crafting compelling pay plans and identifying those key traits that make a sales s…

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Aliens (1989): The Single Greatest Sci-Fi Sequel Of All Time Covered By Obsessed Idiots 59:17

17d ago59:17

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Ben and Rob revisit LV246 for the seconds of their full Alien franchise series, this week tackling the sci-fi classic ‘Aliens’. Directed by James Cameron and starring Sigourney Weaver, Michael Beihn, Paul Reiser, Bill Paxton and Lance Henriksen, ‘Aliens’ is often cited as the ultimate sci fi action film of the nineteen-eighties and for setting the …

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Special Episode 1: Proven Strategies for Explosive Roofing Sales Growth with Adam Bensman [210] 58:19

10d ago58:19

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https://roofingsuccesspodcast.com Subscribe to our YouTube Channel! In this special episode of the Roofing Success Podcast, host Jim Ahlin welcomes Adam Bensman, the Roof Strategist, to share his proven formula for explosive roofing sales growth. Adam, known for his valuable insights in sales training, breaks down his complete sales strategy that l…

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Paying for our old age 39:32

10d ago39:32

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In the UK the proportion of the population aged over 65 has grown from 16 percent in 2000 to over 19% today. It’s a similar story throughout the western world as the population ages. That’s seen as an enormous liability for governments who will have to pay out pensions to their old folk. Hence the drive to get people to put money into private schem…

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Pacific Rim: Guillermo Del Toro Shows Michael Bay How To Kaiju 54:49

13d ago54:49

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Ben and Rob drift together and pilot ‘Pacific Rim’, Guillermo Del Toro’s homage to all things kaiju and gundam. When kaiju invade Earth through a hole in reality, it’s up to a plucky team of humans to pilot giant mecha suit Jaegers in order to cancel the apocalypse. Starring Charlie Hunnam, Idris Elba, Rinko Kikuchi, Charlie Day, Robert Kazinsky, M…

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Greens Manifesto: An Opportunity Lost 39:53

23d ago39:53

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Carla Denyer and Adrian Ramsay recently launched the Greens Manifesto in the run up to the UK election. Phil and Steve discuss it on this week’s podcast and conclude the one thing that seems to have slipped down the priority list, is all the green stuff. They talk about fixing broken Britain, like every party, and correcting wealth inequality. They…

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Mastering Video Marketing for Roofing Companies: Expert Tips and Tricks with Paul West [209] 1:02:10

18d ago1:02:10

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Dive into the world of video marketing for roofing companies with industry expert Paul West from Sky High Cinema. In this episode of the Roofing Success Podcast, Paul shares invaluable insights on creating compelling content, choosing the right equipment, and building a consistent brand presence online. Learn how to: • Craft engaging video content …

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Alien (1979): The Single Greatest Horror SciFi Of All Time Covered By Obsessed Idiots 1:05:21

20d ago1:05:21

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Ben & Rob get sticky with Ridley Scott’s 1979 masterpiece ‘Alien’, starring Tom Skerritt, Sigourney Weaver, Veronica Cartwright, Harry Dean Stanton, John Hurt, Ian Holm, and Yaphet Kotto. When the overworked and underpaid crew of the USS Nostromo dock on a derelict planet, what they find on the surface might just be the deadliest organism in existe…

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The West’s vote on immigration 41:52

25d ago41:52

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The UK election debate changed tune when Nigel Farage agreed to stand for Reform, promising to cut migration and rid the UK of all the problems these nasty foreigners are responsible for. Elsewhere the recent European Union elections saw a sharp shift to the right, again driven by concerns over migration. If Donald Trump wins again in the US at the…

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From Reactionary to Intentional: Transforming Your Roofing Business Mindset with Dave Carroll [208] 51:09

27d ago51:09

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Are you tired of constantly reacting to the demands of your roofing business instead of proactively steering it towards success? In this insightful episode of the Roofing Success Podcast, host Jim Ahlin sits down with Dave Carroll, a seasoned entrepreneur and founder of Dope Marketing, to discuss the powerful shift from a reactionary to an intentio…

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Godzilla Minus One (2023): Japan Reclaims It's Crown As King Of The Monsters 1:00:29

27d ago1:00:29

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Ben & Rob watch ‘Godzilla Minus One’ wipe out our tissue box for ALL the reasons; 2023’s Japanese Toho franchise entry became a global sensation, winning the Oscar for Best Visual Effects and making over $100million at the box office. Directed by Takashi Yamazaki and starring Ryunosuke Kamiki, Minami Hamabe and Yuki Yamada, ‘Godzilla: Minus One’ te…

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Susan Bae: Bright Star of the D.C. Pastry Scene and James Beard Award Nominee 31:08

1M ago31:08

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Susan Bae is the Executive Pastry Chef and founding member of Moon Rabbit restaurant in Washington, D.C. Born and raised in Los Angeles, Bae is a 2024 James Beard Foundation Semifinalist for Outstanding Pastry Chef. Before coming to Moon Rabbit, Bae worked as Pastry Chef at the Fairmont Hotel in Austin, Texas, and the Michelin-starred Kali in Los A…

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Two parties obsessed with government debt 36:01

1M ago36:01

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Imagine if Keir Starmer, the UK Labour leader, had said, let’s not get too obsessed with government debt. If we go down that road we won‘t be able to provide the public services we need, our infrastructure will crumble further and we’ll simply see the country’s productivity erode further by the day. Unfortunately, he didn’t say that. Instead, he ha…

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Culture, Communication, and Adaptation: Keys to Thriving as a Roofing Entrepreneur with Cason Curriden [207] 1:00:23

1M ago1:00:23

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In this inspiring episode of the Roofing Success Podcast, host Jim Ahlin sits down with Cason Curriden, the owner of Olympus Roofing in Salt Lake City, Utah. Cason shares his fascinating journey of acquiring a long-standing roofing company and the valuable lessons he learned along the way. Throughout the episode, Cason emphasizes the importance of …

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Abigail (2024): Fresh New Blood In The Genre or Cold To The Touch? 1:09:00

2M ago1:09:00

1:09:00

Ben & Rob take a bite of ‘Abigail’, the 2024 horror comedy from the directors of ‘Ready or Not’ Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett. When six criminals kidnap a young vampire, they swiftly become child’s prey rather than child predators. Starring Alisha Weir as the titular character alongside Melissa Barrera, Dan Stevens, Kathryn Newton, Will C…

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Rising margins, higher inflation, lower wages. No wonder you feel worse off. 43:04

1M ago43:04

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There’s been a debate brewing post-pandemic about how much inflation has been elevated by companies increasing their margins. The evidence of that is the increased profits, not just in the tech sector, which has helped increase the share prices of these companies, evidenced by record levels across the US share market indices. This week Steve Keen s…

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How to Streamline Processes and Boost Profitability in Your Roofing Company with Nick Pagnani [206] 1:02:20

1M ago1:02:20

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In this episode of the Roofing Success Podcast, we sit down with Nick Pagnani from the Professional Services Team at JobNimbus, who shares invaluable insights on how to take your roofing company to the next level. With years of experience working with businesses ranging from $2 million to $75 million, Nick reveals the key strategies to streamline y…

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Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire (2024): Stop Thinking And Just Have Fun Watching A Monkey Punch A Lizard 55:58

2M ago55:58

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Ben & Rob roar back to life as they revive The Legendary MonsterVerse series, with this year’s box-office kaiju ‘Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire’! Despite an awkward name and a lukewarm reception from critics, this movie is not only the second highest grossing film of the series but of the entire 2024 box-office! Starring Rebecca Hall, Brian Tyree …

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Productivity – the election winner that Rishi Sunak failed on 42:34

2M ago42:34

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The UK is heading to the polls on July 4th and the Conservative Party is heading for annihilation. Yet, when it comes to espousing sensible ideas from textbooks, Rishi Sunak had the making of a good Prime Minister. For example, tackling productivity by building the necessary infrastructure, investing in education and building cities and regions whe…

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Scaling a Hybrid Roofing & Solar Business: Systems, Processes, and Culture for Exponential Growth with Hunter Adams [205] 51:09

2M ago51:09

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In this episode of the Roofing Success Podcast, we sit down with the founder and CEO of Detach Reset Solar, a pioneering company that has carved out a unique niche in the roofing and solar industries. Our guest shares his compelling entrepreneurial journey, from his humble beginnings as a solar panel technician to becoming the leader of the nation'…

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Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (2024): We Finish Covering Every Ghostbusters Movie Ever!!! 58:58

2M ago58:58

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Ben & Rob get cold feet on the finale of their series covering every Ghostbusters movie EVER, defrosting ‘Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire’, the 2024 Gil Kenan directed latest instalment in the franchise. Take a deep breath for the cast-list, as it features the talents of Paul Rudd, Carrie Coon, Finn Wolfhard, Mckenna Grace, Celeste O'Connor, Logan Kim,…

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Trump's plan. Same old same old, only more so. 29:57

2M ago29:57

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Steve is on hols this week, so Phil takes a look back at a couple of Debunking Economics podcasts from just before Donald Trump took office. In many ways he stuck to his promises. He tried to cut immigration, he introduced protectionism with hefty tariffs on China and he cut taxes. Now he’s promising more of the same, although Biden might have beat…

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Small Town, Big Dreams: Scaling a Roofing Company in Rural America with David Hoisington [204] 54:25

2M ago54:25

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In this episode of the Roofing Success podcast, Jim Ahlin sits down with David Hoisington, co-owner of Complete Roofing Systems (CRS) in Sugargrove, Pennsylvania. David shares his inspiring journey of growing a successful roofing company in a small rural town with a population of just 500 people. Starting as a gutter installer and eventually partne…

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Little Shop Of Horrors (1986): Have We Found Ben's Ultimate Film In A Gardening-Based Horror C0medy SciFi?! 1:01:31

2M ago1:01:31

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In a surprise twist, Ben & Rob stop by the ‘Little Shop Of Horrors’, an incredibly fun remake of Roger Corman’s 1960 original horror comedy, with a musical twist! Starring Rick Moranis, Ellen Greene, Vincent Gardenia, Steve Martin, John Candy and Steve Martin, this animatronic wonder of eighties cinema tells a disturbing tail of space invaders, mur…

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Should the wealthy get away with less tax? 40:43

2M ago40:43

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Should we tax wealth more? The UK’s Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reevs wouldn’t be drawn o the question at an FT forum recently. She said the UK is already a high taxing country. But around the world the wealthy are getting wealthier. Is that a bad thing? Some would say that if they are making money creating growth for the economy, then why would you w…

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Cultivating a Winning Team: The Role of Training and Recruiting in Success w/ John McHughes [203] 1:11:54

2M ago1:11:54

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In this episode of the Roofing Success Podcast, host Jim Ahlin sits down with John McHughes, the driving force behind Mallard Construction and Four Star General Contracting, to discuss the crucial role that training and recruiting play in building a thriving roofing business. John shares his fascinating journey from the oil and gas industry to roof…

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Amy Guittard: Unwrapping the Secrets of America’s Premier Chocolate Company 33:51

2M ago33:51

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Amy Guittard, Chief Marketing Officer at Guittard Chocolate Company, is the great-great-granddaughter of Guittard's founder. As the fifth-generation of the family business her great-great-grandfather started in 1868, Amy has an innate passion for cocoa and chocolate. In addition to leading Guittard's marketing department and spearheading the develo…

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Ghostbusters: Afterlife (2021): Is This The BEST Sequel In The Entire Ghostbusters Franchise? 1:05:08

2M ago1:05:08

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Ben & Rob dig up the dirtfarm of ‘Ghostbusters: Afterlife’ as they continue to cover EVERY Ghostbusters movie EVER! Starring Carrie Coon, Finn Wolfhard, Mckenna Grace, and Paul Rudd as our brand new team of misfits, but also featuring wonderful reprise performances from Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Ernie Hudson, Annie Potts, and Sigourney Weaver, ‘Gho…

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UK Labour’s Half-Baked Nationalisation Plans 44:12

2M ago44:12

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UK Labour leader Keir Starmer has said if he wins the next general election, within 5 years he will have re-nationalised Britain’s railways. Phil asks Steve whether it naturally follows that this will lead to an improvement in services and lower fares? Steve reckons you any need to look at government run services elsewhere in Europe to answer that …

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The Power of Servant Leadership: Inspiring Growth and Success in the Roofing Industry with Lisa Cimarolli [202] 1:05:40

3M ago1:05:40

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In this thought-provoking episode of the Roofing Success Podcast, we sit down with Lisa Cimaroli, the visionary leader behind Cornerstone Restoration, to explore the transformative power of servant leadership and its ability to inspire growth and success in the roofing industry. Lisa shares how prioritizing her team's well-being, development, and h…

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Monkey Man (2024): The Insane Story Of How Slumdog Millionaire Made The Best Debut Of The Decade! 1:02:22

3M ago1:02:22

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Ben & Rob take a jab at ‘Monkey Man’, Dev Patel’s 2024 brand new feature film; his first in the director’s seat, his first in the writer’s room and without question the best starring turn of his career. When ‘The Kid’ (Patel) is wronged by those in power, he will stop at nothing to find the justice he needs and the audience craves, fighting not onl…

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Cheap news is bad news 47:51

3M ago47:51

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The new industry is struggling to survive, with far reaching consequences on public accountability and democracy. Steve says part of the problem could have been fixed with a suitable micropayments system, so readers could consume articles without subscribing to papers in full. Phil’s not so sure, pointing to the fact that an increasingly large prop…

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Boost Your Roofing Sales: Mastering the Art of Building Trust with Customers with Reno Menapace [201] 43:44

3M ago43:44

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In this episode of the Roofing Success Podcast, host Jim Ahlin sits down with Reno Menpace, a seasoned roofing sales professional from Indianapolis, to discuss the art of building trust with customers and boosting your sales performance. Reno shares his inspiring journey from a shy kid to a top-performing salesperson, emphasizing the importance of …

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Ghostbusters: Answer The Call (2016): Why Was This Film So Un-Welcomed By It's Own Audience?! 57:48

3M ago57:48

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Ben & Rob marvel at 'Ghostbusters: Answer The Call', the 2016 reboot of the Ghostbusters franchise starring Melissa McCarthy, Kristen Wiig, Leslie Jones, Kate McKinnon and Chris Hemsworth. Set in a whole new universe where the original cast briefly appear in different roles but still shout fan service catchphrases, this film was unfairly reviled an…

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Fool’s Gold 38:34

3M ago38:34

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There are two types of people who buy gold. Speculators who see it as a risk-adverse asset class to buy when other investments look a little shaky. There are also those who hold onto gold because they believe paper money has no intrinsic value and is therefore susceptible to collapse. Zimbabwe, who’s paper currency has been undergoing decades of in…

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Mastering the Secrets to the Roofing Customer Journey for Raving Fans & Referrals - Jon Broce [200] 58:33

3M ago58:33

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🔥 Discover the secret sauce to turning roofing customers into raving fans and referral machines! 🔥 In this episode of the Roofing Success Podcast, we unlock the vault and share insider strategies from one of the industry's most innovative leaders. Our guest Jon Broce, the COO of MHI Roofing, reveals his proven playbook for mastering the customer jo…

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Limelight (1952): Why Was Chaplin's Most Personal Film Also His Last In Hollywood? 59:35

3M ago59:35

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Ben & Rob close the curtain on their Charlie Chaplin with ‘Limelight’, his 1952 movie about love and regret that proved to be his last American film before his exile for suspected Communist sympathies. Billed as ‘Charles’ rather than ‘Charlie’, Chaplin paints a poignantly tragic tale of a fading star mentoring an up and coming dancer and reflects o…

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Will America ever be great again? 45:50

3M ago45:50

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Sadly for Donald Trump, America seems to have been doing quite well in his absence. It has weathered the pandemic and inflation better than most. GDP pr capita is rising faster than most places and consumer spending is on the up. In fact, the main reason the Federal Reserve isn’t cutting rates is because the economy is doing so well they don’t see …

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199: Exposing the Truth: Hail Damage, Insurance Claims, and Roofing Experts with Matthew Mulholland 58:17

3M ago58:17

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In this episode of the Roofing Success Podcast, Jim Ahlin sits down with Mathew Mulholland, an expert in the roofing industry and founder of the Building Experts Institute. Mathew shares his extensive knowledge and experience in navigating the complex world of insurance claims for hail and wind damage to roofs. Throughout the conversation, Mathew p…

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Ghostbusters 2 (1989): Why Does This Sequel Get So Much Hate?! 1:00:14

3M ago1:00:14

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Ben & Rob sit on a throne of blood and discuss ‘Ghostbusters 2’, the hotly anticipated and much maligned sequel to the classic original that everyone loves to hate but can’t pinpoint why. Released in 1989, ‘Ghostbusters 2’ made Columbia Pictures over two hundred million dollars richer but was still considered a flop, despite bringing back the full …

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Feige’s automated transaction tax – the simple answer? 41:38

3M ago41:38

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For a while now Dr Edgar Feige has been a proponent of an automated transactional tax. The idea is that we get rid of all taxes – income tax, sales tax, corporate tax, excise, capital gains, import and export duties, inheritance – and replace it all with a tax on all transactions Every transaction, which can be easily identified through bank accoun…

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198: Building a Profitable Roofing Company: Operations, Finances & Leadership with Connor Rodich 1:00:23

4M ago1:00:23

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In this episode, Jim Ahlin sits down with Connor Rodich, a roofing industry consultant with experience working with over 130 companies. Connor shares his insights on how to build a profitable and sustainable roofing business by focusing on three key areas: operations, financial acumen, and leadership. Connor discusses the importance of clearly defi…

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