Best Hack Slash Played Podcasts (2025)

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Playing The Dental Insurance Game: How To Slash Your Denial Rate 39:36

1d ago39:36

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Claims keep getting denied? Here’s a hard truth: it’s probably your fault. But in this episode, Dr. Travis Campbell shares everything he's learned about how to master the insurance game, get your denial rate under 2% and stop wasting hours on appeals. His insights cover everything from the common reasons SRP claims get denied to the simple step tha…

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Beyond Words: When Your Actions Contradict Your Values 13:07

8d ago13:07

13:07

Leadership's echo effect shapes dental practice culture far more than we realize. As practice owners, even when we're not actively leading, our behavior creates rippling effects that influence team dynamics long after we've left the building. True practice culture isn't what you declare in mission statements or team meetings—it's the accumulation o…

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Cyberpunk Red Rising: Ep 13. Manifest (Everyday Heroes) 1:11:33

9d ago1:11:33

1:11:33

If the crew is going to have a shot at chasing down their leads on the Four Horsemen, it means going out into the Wastelands. But to do so on your own might as well be suicide. The alternative is a risky and expensive negotiation with the Aldecaldos... but past business might get in the way. This arc uses the Cyberpunk 2077 setting and themes but t…

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How to Mentally Shut Off the Practice 21:05

9d ago21:05

21:05

You get it, you need to let go. But how do you actually step back, stop micromanaging and see what your team can really do? In this episode, we share actionable ways to reduce your workload, delegate the right tasks, and leave work stress at the office. Learn how you might be getting in your own way and why letting your practice fail is the first s…

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Why Patients Start Treatment But Never Finish: Understanding the Psychology of Momentum 10:20

15d ago10:20

10:20

Discover the psychological key that unlocks patient follow-through with the endowed progress effect—a powerful concept that transforms how dental professionals communicate about treatment plans. This game-changing approach doesn't require changing your fees, procedures, or recommendations—just the way you frame patient progress. Through a fascinati…

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Making Multi-Doctor Practices Work: Partnership Risks and Rewards 23:26

16d ago23:26

23:26

Thinking about making your associate a partner? This episode will help you decide if it’s the right move for you and what other options you have to keep associates in your practice without giving up equity. You'll learn the must-haves of a successful partnership, the common reasons they fail, and what to look for in a potential partner. Listen now …

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How to Make your Membership Plan Win-Win for Everyone 24:09

22d ago24:09

24:09

There’s an easy solution for patients who can’t afford treatment: membership plans. In this episode, you’ll learn how to structure your plan, price it so patients sign up, and get your team on board. The DPH coaches share what’s worked in their practices and easy mistakes you can avoid, whether you're creating a plan or revamping one you already ha…

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Ep175 Q&A Thumb Chords - Song Memory - Rhythm Tips - and Foo Fighters Fretboard Tricks 1:00:14

22d ago1:00:14

1:00:14

In episode 175 of the Guitar Music Theory podcast, I answer listener emails about: Using your thumb to fret the 6th string in barre chords and possible workarounds How to improve your rhythm and memorize songs more effectively The G form barre chord and how it's used in modern playing A theory-based analysis of Foo Fighters’ use of pedal tones in c…

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Cyberpunk Red Rising: Ep 12. SMAAAAASHH! (Everyday Heroes) 1:03:03

23d ago1:03:03

1:03:03

The crew has barely escaped a harrowing fight and are bloodied but committed to tracking down the Four Horsemen. They'll need to mend up, level up, and for the first time, get ready to leave the dangerous confines of Night City for the even more dangerous lands beyond... This arc uses the Cyberpunk 2077 setting and themes but the mechanics of the E…

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Leaving Clinical to Mentor Doctors Into Partners w/ Dr. Sten Erickson 35:06

24d ago35:06

35:06

Most owners manage the day-to-day; Dr. Sten Erickson is turning doctors into partners. He joins me in this episode to share how he stepped into a true leadership role and expanded his practice after leaving clinical work behind. From scheduling weekly meetings across multiple practices to case reviews, we talk about the strategies and systems that …

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The Hybrid Ownership Model for Ultimate Work-Life Balance w/ Dr. Jennifer Haddad 33:41

29d ago33:41

33:41

Practice ownership doesn’t have to mean running an office or signing a lease. Dr. Jennifer Haddad designed her practice around a hybrid model that keeps her schedule and clinical decisions all within her control. In this episode, she shares how it works inside an existing practice, the benefits of this non-traditional path, and how she began buildi…

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5 Scheduling Hacks that Allow you to Easily Cut Clinical Days 11:13

1M ago11:13

11:13

Feeling trapped in the operatory five days a week? Imagine reclaiming an entire workday without sacrificing income or patient care. That's exactly what today's episode delivers—a practical blueprint for dental practice owners who want to work smarter, not harder. I break down five seemingly small schedule adjustments that combine to create massive …

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Why Your Practice Keeps Taking From You 15:45

1M ago15:45

15:45

Ever felt that mounting frustration when someone keeps crossing a line you never actually drew? That's exactly what happens in dental practices without clear boundaries. When you're constantly putting out fires, feeling resentful toward team members, or watching work bleed relentlessly into your personal time, it's not just about difficult people—i…

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Cyberpunk Red Rising: Ep 11. Hack & Slash (Everyday Heroes) 1:14:17

1M ago1:14:17

1:14:17

The crew think they have a bead on at least one member of the Four Horsemen, at least digitally. It's gonna get very lethal in both cyber and meat space... This arc uses the Cyberpunk 2077 setting and themes but the mechanics of the Everyday Heroes system. Thanks to A Wilhelm Scream for intro music, "Walkin' with Michael Douglas" more here https://…

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Why Are DSO's Failing? What's Happening Inside Dentistry with Jake Berry 35:09

1M ago35:09

35:09

Why have dozens of DSOs collapsed? What’s the impact on the dental industry? And how can you protect yourself, even if you never plan to sell? Tune in to learn what’s really happening in the DSO market, and what YOU should look for if you're considering a DSO! Topics discussed in this episode: Why so many DSOs are failing What investors look for in…

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Built to Sell: Increasing the Value of Your Practice 23:02

1M ago23:02

23:02

A sellable practice runs smoother, earns more, and stresses you less. But what does it mean to have a sellable practice? In this episode, the DPH coaches share the seven signs your practice is sellable and explain why you should build a sellable practice even if you never plan to sell. Learn how to increase the value of your practice, what metrics …

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The Drinking Game that Taught Me Practice Culture 15:09

1M ago15:09

15:09

Ever have one of those nights where you're exhausted but someone talks you into staying up anyway—and it turns into the most fun night ever? That's exactly what happened when my family convinced me to play our ridiculous Italian-themed drinking game called "Garlic and Oil" at the lake house. The truth is that strong practice cultures aren't built t…

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Practice Policies: Cell Phones, Tattoos, and Staff Discounts 18:04

2M ago18:04

18:04

When’s the last time you reviewed your office policies? Regular check-ins keep your practice running smoothly and your team on the same page. In this episode, the DPH coaches share how they've updated their own policies to reflect today’s workplace, cut down stress, and avoid playing favorites. Get tips on managing cell phone use, stopping patients…

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Cyberpunk Red Rising: Ep 10. Bugged (Everyday Heroes) 1:01:03

2M ago1:01:03

1:01:03

The crew of edge runners has to find out if their mission is truly in their interests or if they are being played as the pawns. The Four Horsemen are still out there but are they the target or is it the hands holding the chess pieces? Nothing is simple in the streets of Night City... This arc uses the Cyberpunk 2077 setting and themes but the mecha…

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What If Your Entire Team Quit Tomorrow? 13:09

2M ago13:09

13:09

What would happen if your entire dental team quit tomorrow? Rather than just a nightmare scenario, this thought experiment reveals critical insights about your practice's foundation. I share the story of a dentist who actually experienced this situation—when he laid out his vision for the practice and gave his team of seven the option to leave if t…

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Ep174 Recreating Iconic 80s Tones For Kemper and Helix with Matt Reviere 1:36:47

2M ago1:36:47

1:36:47

In episode 174 of the Guitar Music Theory podcast, I chat with Carrie Underwood guitarist Matt Reviere about recreating classic 80s guitar tones for the Kemper Profiling Amplifier and Line 6 Helix using the new Inspired by the 80s pack from Tone Junkie. We discuss his workflow for analyzing songs, dialing in tones, and jamming on iconic riffs from …

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Beyond the Operatory: Why Some Dentists Make Millions 26:52

2M ago26:52

26:52

You can be a great dentist and still struggle to grow — and here's why: your mindset. It's what keeps some practice owners stuck and helps others build the type of practice they want. In this episode, find out how to shift out of "survival mode" and run your business instead of just working in it. From perfectionism and fear to day-to-day fundament…

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Eliminate Hygiene Cancellations with This Simple Policy 12:32

2M ago12:32

12:32

Ever struggled with hygiene cancellations while simultaneously facing a backlog of patients desperate for appointments? You're not alone, and there's a brilliant solution hiding in plain sight. What makes this approach so powerful is its triple benefit structure. Your practice maintains a more predictable schedule and improves productivity. Your pa…

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Managing Stress and Finding Fulfillment in Dental Practice with Chelsea Myers 22:36

2M ago22:36

22:36

Ever feel like the stress of dental practice is overwhelming? Join us on Dental Practice Heroes as we sit down with the insightful dental life coach Chelsea Myers to explore how dentists can manage stress and avoid feeling trapped in their profession. Chelsea offers practical advice on setting boundaries between work and home life and emphasizes th…

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Cyberpunk Red Rising: Ep 9. Smash (Everyday Heroes) 58:45

2M ago58:45

58:45

The crew have cut their way through the Iron Sights' formidable defenses but their lies may endanger their deal with the Tiger Claws. And that's a lot of stress and chaos to try to blow off, especially for those who are getting closer to the brink... This arc uses the Cyberpunk 2077 setting and themes but the mechanics of the Everyday Heroes system…

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How Cutting Clinical Days Can Help You Grow Faster & Lead Better w/ Dr. Ryan Bradley 23:33

2M ago23:33

23:33

How can you keep your team, grow your practice, AND reclaim your time? Discover how Dr. Ryan Bradley did all three without burnout, spending big on marketing, or micromanaging his team. We talk about what worked to reduce turnover through a merger, create work-life balance, and scale while cutting back clinical days. Tune in to learn how working le…

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Ep173 From Demo to Radio - Inside Music Production with Jason Wyatt Kuhn 1:21:20

2M ago1:21:20

1:21:20

In episode 173 of the Guitar Music Theory podcast, I sit down with Nashville music producer Jason Wyatt Kuhn to talk about the art of recording and producing music. Jason shares his journey from singer and songwriter to becoming a sought-after producer helping both aspiring artists and hobbyist songwriters bring their music to life. We discuss what…

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Burnout to Balance: A Dentist's Journey to Wellbeing w/ Dr. Peter Dinh 27:21

2M ago27:21

27:21

What does “biohacking” have to do with dentistry? For Dr. Peter Dinh, figuring out the root cause of his low energy and burnout changed the way he felt in his body and in his practice. In our conversation, he shares how functional medicine helped him heal hidden issues like leaky gut and low dopamine, improve his mental and physical health, and sho…

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The REAL Profit from the Hygiene Department 15:46

2M ago15:46

15:46

Dental practice owners across the country face a mounting challenge—skyrocketing hygienist wages that strain traditional production-focused models. But what if obsessing over hourly production metrics is actually holding your practice back from its true potential? In this transformative episode, I reveal why the real value of your hygiene departmen…

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How to Stay In Control When Things Go Wrong w/ Dr. Taher Dhoon 22:06

3M ago22:06

22:06

Nothing throws off your day like a surprise complication. When a surgical or dental emergency hits, how you respond is what matters most. In this episode, Dr. Taher Dhoon joins me to share how we approach emergencies to keep our cool, make smart decisions, and lead our teams. We dive into emergency protocols, critical mindset shifts, and how to avo…

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Cyberpunk Red Rising: Ep 8. Vanguard (Everyday Heroes) 1:37:43

3M ago1:37:43

1:37:43

The crew has to fight their way through the midst of a gang war if they're gonna get this job done. And thanks to some fun homebrew mechanics, they are going to be up against a lot more Militech hardware than they might have expected. What could possibly go wrong? This arc uses the Cyberpunk 2077 setting and themes but the mechanics of the Everyday…

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Tax Hacks Your Regular Accountant Won't Tell You w/ Mike Bark 37:06

3M ago37:06

37:06

You might be missing out on tens of thousands in tax savings and not even know it. But all that can change with the help of a dental CPA. Mike Bark of Bull Moose Financial joins me today to talk profitability, tax mistakes and strategies that dentists overlook far too often. We dive into the tax landscape of dentistry, explore what a good dental CP…

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Growing with Less Hygienists: New Models for the Age of Hygiene Scarcity 16:36

3M ago16:36

16:36

Dental practice owners across the country are facing a critical challenge: how to continue growing when hygienists seem impossible to find. This shortage creates a frustrating bottleneck - you've got the new patients flowing in, your clinical skills are sharp, your systems are solid, but without adequate hygiene capacity, your practice hits a growt…

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You Can Grow Without PPO's with Dr. Andrew Kokabi 31:28

3M ago31:28

31:28

Big growth isn’t reserved for in-network practices. Dr. Andrew Kokabi has built more than just a thriving fee-for-service practice — he’s built a reputation as a trusted business that gives back. In this episode, he explains what it means to be a community-driven practice and how this approach has helped him grow without relying on insurance. He al…

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Lessons from a Lawsuit w/ Dr. Taher Dhoon 24:25

3M ago24:25

24:25

Every dentist dreads it: the day a case turns into a lawsuit. And often, it’s not the actual dentistry that gets you. In this episode, Dr. Taher Dhoon gets candid about a worst-case scenario he’s facing in real time. He shares what mistakes opened the door to litigation, and the steps every dentist can take to avoid the same fate. You’ll learn best…

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Cyberpunk Red Rising: Ep 7. Proxy (Everyday Heroes) 1:00:49

3M ago1:00:49

1:00:49

The good news is the crew has a lead. The bad news is that its going to point them to a very good place to get killed - Old Japan Town. Maybe a connect can help but it's hard to trust in Night City... This arc uses the Cyberpunk 2077 setting and themes but the mechanics of the Everyday Heroes system. Thanks to A Wilhelm Scream for intro music, "Wal…

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5 Keys to High-Performance Meetings 18:49

3M ago18:49

18:49

Great dental practices share one essential quality: exceptional team communication. Yet many offices struggle with ineffective meetings that drain energy rather than build momentum. Drawing from 13 years of practice management experience, I reveal how my team transformed frustrating, head-spinning meetings into productive sessions that actually str…

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Beyond Clinical Skills: The Trust Factor in Dental Practice Success 24:58

3M ago24:58

24:58

Trust should be the plan before the treatment plan. It’s the foundation behind case acceptance, retention, and referrals — the things that actually grow your practice. In this episode, we dive into strategies for building trust in the day-to-day, common mistakes new dentists make, and how to ease patients into seeing a new provider without losing t…

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What Makes You Lose Sleep: Business or Clinical? 20:50

3M ago20:50

20:50

One bad case can haunt you longer than a bad hire. But what’s really more unpredictable — the patient in the chair or people in your practice? This episode debates what causes more stress: clinical work or the business of running a dental practice. The DPH coaches share their experiences on both sides of dentistry and how they reduce stress in clin…

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Ep172 Q&A playing style - physical limitations - key changes - bar chord techniques - music theory exercises - slowing down music 1:04:30

3M ago1:04:30

1:04:30

In episode 172 of the Guitar Music Theory podcast, I answer listener questions about playing styles, overcoming physical limitations, key changes in songs, barre chord techniques, music theory exercises, slowing down music, and more. Riff Rockers Zoom class details: https://www.guitarmusictheory.com/riff-rockers-zoom-class/ Enroll in a free video c…

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Two Day Clinical Weeks with Dr. David Maconi 33:30

4M ago33:30

33:30

What if working less could actually make your practice more profitable? Dr. David Maconi proves it's not just possible—it's achievable for committed practice owners willing to challenge conventional wisdom. Whether you're burning out from too many clinical days or simply curious about creating more flexibility in your practice, this conversation pr…

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Cyberpunk Red Rising: Ep 6. Visitation (Everyday Heroes) 1:14:49

4M ago1:14:49

1:14:49

Unknown technology, a priceless braindance, and a group of edge runners gone with no obvious trace... Our "new" crew is on the hunt for the Four Horsemen themselves as well as what is behind this entire damn job. This arc uses the Cyberpunk 2077 setting and themes but the mechanics of the Everyday Heroes system. Thanks to A Wilhelm Scream for intro…

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More Staff, or More Efficiency? How to Tell with Dr. Paul Etchison 19:14

4M ago19:14

19:14

Are your front desk team members constantly asking for more help? In this revealing episode, I tackle the challenging question every dental practice owner faces: when should you hire more administrative staff versus improving your systems? I walk through practical solutions I implemented during COVID when my team was drowning in new protocols and a…

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Thick Skin & Thin Schedules: The Surprising Burnout Solution 22:59

4M ago22:59

22:59

Burnout isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a real problem in dentistry. But why? Join us as we dive into the growing issue of burnout and how you can find joy in your career again. You'll get strategies for combatting burnout, learn how to manage the stress of practice ownership, and understand the key mindset shifts that make all the difference in your wo…

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The Million-Dollar Associate: How to Help Associates Succeed from Day One w/ Dr. Taher Dhoon 19:28

4M ago19:28

19:28

We all know how game-changing it is to have the right associate on board — and how costly it can be when you hire the wrong one. Too many owners hire quickly, don’t provide enough guidance, and end up paying the price. In this episode, Dr. Taher Dhoon shares how to avoid these mistakes and mentor million-dollar associates in your practice. From str…

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Mastering Nonverbals for Case Acceptance 21:56

4M ago21:56

21:56

Your body language might be sabotaging your case acceptance without you even realizing it. Imagine presenting the perfect treatment plan with flawless explanation—only to have patients hesitate and "think about it." What went wrong? The answer lies in the subtle realm of nonverbal communication. Research shows our brains are 12.5 times more likely …

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Cyberpunk Red Rising: Ep 5. Red Team (Everyday Heroes) 58:10

4M ago58:10

58:10

We come back to the other side of the brain dance and find that the crew we had gotten to know are actually the targets. Our new team is coming for them and will squeeze Baron in anyway they need to to get it, but types like him have a few hardwire tricks up their sleeves... Thanks to A Wilhelm Scream for intro music, "Walkin' with Michael Douglas"…

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Big Time Numbers Without Burning Out w/ Spencer Greer 35:49

4M ago35:49

35:49

The secret to higher production? Better leadership, not just more patients. In this episode, Dr. Spencer Greer shares the biggest lessons he’s learned from scaling multiple practices, optimizing production, and keeping teams motivated—even when you're leading remotely. He reflects on the mistakes he made, what he’d do differently, and how partnerin…

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Show, Don't Tell: Communicating Intentionally 19:35

4M ago19:35

19:35

This episode delves into the vital role of visual aids in enhancing patient understanding and acceptance in dental practices. We explore various methods and strategies that allow dental professionals to effectively communicate treatment options, ensuring clarity and confidence in patient decisions. • Discussing the cognitive advantages of visual ai…

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No Regrets: Preventing Buyer's Remorse in Patients 18:02

4M ago18:02

18:02

Feeling uncertain after a big dental purchase? You're not alone. This episode unpacks the phenomenon of buyer's remorse, especially regarding dental treatments. We delve into why patients harbor doubts about the necessity of their treatments, the high costs commonly associated with dental procedures, and how these factors can lead to feelings of re…

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