Best Pagel Services Podcasts (2025)

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From One Car to a Lifetime of Success - Ep. 216 1:44:11

3d ago1:44:11

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In this episode of Pagel Uncensored, Kaleb sits down with Roger Krantz, the founder and former owner of West End Salvage in Lancaster, Wisconsin. Roger’s story is one of grit, vision, and small-town determination — building a thriving business from nothing and turning it into a legacy for generations to come. From humble beginnings and one life-cha…

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Running Crews, Selling Jobs, and Getting Dirty - Ep. 215 2:02:54

10d ago2:02:54

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In this episode, we sit down with Darren Peters, owner of Peters’ Patio & Landscape in SE Minnesota. With 22 years in the landscape industry and 15 years running his own company, Darren has seen it all — from employee frustrations to equipment mishaps (yes, even pallet forks getting destroyed). What makes Darren stand out? Even after 15 years of ow…

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One Man, One Machine, His Way. – Ep. 214 1:40:38

19d ago1:40:38

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In this episode, we sit down with Nick Bauer, the man behind Paragon Excavation and Land Clearing—a one-man band who runs his business exactly the way he wants to. An OG fan since the early days, Nick shares how he walked away from seven years as a diesel mechanic, hopped in a skid steer, and built his own excavation and land clearing company with …

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Leadership, Sobriety & Building a Business - Ep. 213 1:26:32

27d ago1:26:32

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This time we sit down with Stuart Owens who’s been building his own channel while grinding through real-life challenges. From the pressures of managing a crew, to finding purpose through sobriety, to chasing big dreams beyond his day job, Stuart opens up with honesty and grit. If you’re looking for straight talk, personal growth lessons, and inspir…

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Managing Two Businesses Without Burning Out - Ep. 212 51:59

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In this episode of Pagel Uncensored, we sit down with Dalton Campbell — an OG fan, community supporter, and hardworking entrepreneur who runs two businesses: ✅ Buzz Lawn Care & Snow Removal – keeping properties clean and clear year-round. ✅ Buzz Impressions – a warehouse and printing company serving local businesses. Dalton shares his journey of gr…

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Stolen Cars, Held at Gunpoint & Dealing with a Terrorist - Ep. 211 1:35:49

1M ago1:35:49

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In today’s episode, Rich Hume, owner of NE Acreage Group INC. in Leominster, MA, shares some of the wildest stories we’ve ever heard from a business owner. Rich built his commercial maintenance and parking lot sweeping company from the ground up, but the road hasn’t been easy — or ordinary. Along the way, he’s faced situations most entrepreneurs co…

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Born With a Rare Disease — Still Living the Blue Collar Life - Ep. 210 1:02:26

2M ago1:02:26

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Meet Dan Mason, a man who was born with a rare condition called prune belly syndrome — a disorder that affects the abdominal muscles and urinary system, often making everyday life a struggle from the start. But Dan’s story isn’t about what he can’t do — it’s about what he’s built in spite of it. From running his own small engine repair business to …

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Sleeps, Eats & Breathes Fencing - Ep. 209 2:14:15

2M ago2:14:15

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On this episode of Pagel Uncensored, we sit down with a man who quite literally sleeps, eats, and breathes fencing. With a family-owned business spanning 40 years — and he’s only 36 himself — fencing isn’t just a job, it’s an obsession. From building posts to building a legacy, he shares what it’s like to grow up in the fence world, the challenges …

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Concrete Business = Big Business - Ep. 208 1:08:43

2M ago1:08:43

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In this episode, we sit down with Steve Bazor, owner and operator of Bazor Sons Concrete out of Renton, Washington. Steve shares how he built his concrete business, why “Concrete = Big Business”, and how his company stands out by offering an unmatched 10-year warranty on all their work. We also talk about his journey from being the winner of Giveaw…

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Pink Salt Started It All... - Ep. 207 2:19:29

2M ago2:19:29

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In Episode 207, Pink Salt Started It All…, we sit down with Gary Gomoll, the owner of Winnebago Lawn & Snow out of Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Gary’s entrepreneurial journey began in the most unexpected way — selling pink salt out of his garage. Today, his business has grown to include two thriving locations, serving the community with top-notch lawn and s…

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From Hotels to Hardscapes - Ep. 206 1:58:41

3M ago1:58:41

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In this episode of the podcast, we sit down with Clayton Rajek, owner of Elite Hardscapes LLC out of Cadet, Wisconsin, for a candid conversation about what it really means to take control of your future. Clayton shares how leaving behind the hotel stays and duffle-bag lifestyle led him to build a business not just for himself—but for his family. Ti…

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Grit, Growth, and Second Chances - Ep. 205 2:01:34

3M ago2:01:34

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Juggling Multiple Businesses is Nothing to Her - Ep. 204 1:30:27

3M ago1:30:27

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In this episode, we sit down with the unstoppable Jeni Oyen-Reed, a dynamic entrepreneur who wears multiple hats with ease. Based in Lancaster, Wisconsin, Jeni is not only the owner of Alternative Recycling, a local business redefining how rural communities handle waste and sustainability, but she also thrives as a real estate agent, helping client…

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No Money, Just Balls – How He Built a Business From Nothing – Ep. 203 2:24:24

3M ago2:24:24

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In this episode, we sit down with Dakota Stramka, the owner-operator of Riverview Property Management out of Illinois. Dakota shares how he went from working long hours as an employee to running his own successful property management and landscaping business. We dive into: * His early days in the industry * What pushed him to make the leap to owner…

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No Woman. No Kids. 100 Percent Business – Ep. 202 1:51:15

3M ago1:51:15

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In this episode, we sit down with Zach Texley, owner of S&T Companies, a garbage collection service based in Ramsey, Minnesota. Zach lives a life most people don’t even think is possible—no wife, no kids, and a schedule filled with freedom. We talk about everything—from life philosophy and personal freedom to the ins and outs of running a business …

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The Nicest Boss in America. Is It Working??? - Ep. 201 1:29:54

4M ago1:29:54

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In this first episode of Pagel Uncensored, we sit down with Ryan Rands, owner of Midwest Builders in Southwest Wisconsin — and one of my closest friends. Ryan shares what it’s really like running a blue-collar construction business, the lessons he’s learned as a small business owner, and how work and life come together in the trades. We talk about …

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From One Car to a Lifetime of Success - Ep. 216 1:44:11

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Running Crews, Selling Jobs, and Getting Dirty - Ep. 215 2:02:54

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One Man, One Machine, His Way. – Ep. 214 1:40:38

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Leadership, Sobriety & Building a Business - Ep. 213 1:26:32

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Managing Two Businesses Without Burning Out - Ep. 212 51:59

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Stolen Cars, Held at Gunpoint & Dealing with a Terrorist - Ep. 211 1:35:49

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Born With a Rare Disease — Still Living the Blue Collar Life - Ep. 210 1:02:26

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Sleeps, Eats & Breathes Fencing - Ep. 209 2:14:15

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Concrete Business = Big Business - Ep. 208 1:08:43

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Pink Salt Started It All... - Ep. 207 2:19:29

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From Hotels to Hardscapes - Ep. 206 1:58:41

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Grit, Growth, and Second Chances - Ep. 205 2:01:34

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Juggling Multiple Businesses is Nothing to Her - Ep. 204 1:30:27

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No Money, Just Balls – How He Built a Business From Nothing – Ep. 203 2:24:24

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No Woman. No Kids. 100 Percent Business – Ep. 202 1:51:15

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The Nicest Boss in America. Is It Working??? - Ep. 201 1:29:54

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