Best Scorecontracts Podcasts (2025)

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269: Why Banks Say No to Your Contract — and How Encore Funding Says Yes 40:30

15h ago40:30

40:30

Ever been burned by finance companies, I know I have. So often as small minority owned businesses we do not get the best rates, offers or just out right get taken advantage of because of what we don’t know. Thanks to our new partner, Encore Funding we are now bringing you a trusted source for government contract financing. With more than $500M in f…

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From Safety Harnesses to Healthcare Deals: How This Vet Launched a Powerhouse Brand! 7:47

1d ago7:47

7:47

In this episode of The Daily Windup, I interview Jackson Dalton, the president and owner of Black Box Safety, a distribution company specializing in healthcare products. Jackson shares his story, starting from his time in the Marine Corps and a career-ending injury that led him to pursue a mission of preventing workplace injuries. He discusses his …

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From $20K to $100M: What ‘Small Business’ Really Means in Government Contracting 7:16

1d ago7:16

7:16

In this episode of The Daily Windup, we explore the crucial role of small businesses in government contracts. Highlighting the reasons why large businesses need small business program directors and subcontractors. Federal acquisition regulations require the involvement of small businesses in the completion of government projects. Large businesses o…

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Don't Make This $100K Mistake in Government Contracting! Read the Fine Print! 12:26

3d ago12:26

12:26

In this episode of The Daily Windup, I engage in a conversation with a guest about the importance of clearly defining core competencies and specialized services in the world of government contracting. Emphasizing the significance of understanding contract requirements and the importance of thorough reading and comprehension to avoid pitfalls and mi…

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3 Security Levels. 1 Big Mistake Could Cost You Everything 7:27

3d ago7:27

7:27

In today's episode, we delve into the complex world of government contracts and cybersecurity challenges. We break down the different certification levels and their requirements for contractors. Level two contracts involve controlled unclassified information, necessitating a level two certification. However, recent changes have exempted level one c…

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268: Breaking Down Gov Barriers: 2025's $100B Non-FAR Revolution 52:36

5d ago52:36

52:36

In this episode of the GovCon Giants Podcast, I’m breaking down a seismic shift that’s about to transform government contracting in 2025. Over the last few months, I’ve had conversations with agency leaders and top contractors—and there’s one message that’s loud and clear: the rules of the game are changing. This isn’t about small tweaks to the FAR…

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267: How Startups Are Winning $650K+ in Government Contracting (in Just 15 Minutes!) 1:08:42

6d ago1:08:42

1:08:42

In this episode of the GovCon Giants Podcast, I sit down with Pierce, a former intel analyst who's now knee-deep in the innovation game—helping non-traditional contractors break into defense and federal markets. With the new Executive Order pushing modernization in defense acquisitions, there's never been a better time for small businesses, startup…

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266: Game-Changing Executive Order: How to Get Ahead in Government Contracts Now! 31:58

7d ago31:58

31:58

On this episode of GovCon Giants, I’m diving deep into one of the biggest shifts we’ve seen in federal contracting in recent years. I sat down with Chelsea Meggitt—federal contracting strategist, author, and someone who knows this space inside and out—to talk about a powerful Executive Order that’s opening up brand-new opportunities for small busin…

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How One Lunch Meeting Turned Into $30M in Government Contracts 6:15

9d ago6:15

6:15

In this episode of The Daily Windup, I interview a successful entrepreneur who shares their inspiring journey from being a consultant to starting their own business. Emphasizing the importance of having startup capital and the various options available to entrepreneurs, such as taking out loans or using personal savings. Our guest also highlights t…

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15 Years Later: How My Business Plan Predicted Everything in Government Contracting! 7:14

9d ago7:14

7:14

In this episode of The Daily Windup, wee dive deep into the significance of business planning and the value of leveraging free resources for small businesses. Emphasizing the importance of writing a business plan as a starting point to organize thoughts, articulate ideas, and seek validation for a concept. Highlighting the benefits of proof-testing…

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265: From Trade Wars to Real Costs: Bill Reinsch Tells All 53:00

11d ago53:00

53:00

In today’s episode of GovCon Giants, I sit down with Bill Reinsch—Senior Adviser and Chair Emeritus at CSIS and a former Undersecretary of Commerce—to unpack the truth about trade wars, tariffs, and why global uncertainty is rattling supply chains like never before. Bill takes us behind the curtain of U.S. economic policy, drawing from decades of e…

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264: How to Win Defense Contracts Through a Consortium 32:04

11d ago32:04

32:04

Today, we're diving into a massive opportunity with the Air Force that could transform your federal business. We're breaking down 7 critical technologies the Air Force is actively seeking, with over $200 million in contracting opportunities through our consortium. If you're a technology company looking to break into defense contracting or expand yo…

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263: 2025 Goverment Contracting Gameplan Starts Here: IT Companies Learn How To Skip The Bidding Process 26:06

13d ago26:06

26:06

Today’s episode is hot off the press. We’re talking about the brand-new Executive Order from the White House that’s set to completely reshape defense acquisitions. This isn’t theory—this is a real-time opportunity for small businesses, non-traditional vendors, and tech disruptors to break through the red tape and start solving real problems for the…

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262: Defense Acquisition Reform: Modernizing Defense Acquisitions and Spurring Innovation in the Defense Industrial Base) 27:43

14d ago27:43

27:43

Today, we’re diving into the brand-new Executive Order aimed at Modernizing Defense Acquisitions and Spurring Innovation in the Defense Industrial Base. If you’ve ever been stuck in the bureaucratic nightmare of DoD procurement, you know this system has needed a reboot for decades—and this EO might finally deliver it. In this episode, I break down …

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261: Trump’s Executive Order Just Changed Defense Contracting 10:09

15d ago10:09

10:09

Are you positive that you have the best financing in place? Ever question the charges or fees you're paying? Do you know what is industry standard versus excessive. Recently I had our partner Encore Funding look at 3 of my students previous agreements with finance companies and found many ways that they had been taken advantage of. For far too long…

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Government Cybersecurity Breaches Could Shut Down Your Business — Are You Ready? 11:07

16d ago11:07

11:07

In this episode of "The Daily Windup," we delve into the complex world of government contracts and the challenges faced by contractors and government officials alike. We emphasizes the importance of organizations like the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) as a platform for contractors and government personnel to collaborate and addres…

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You Can Win U.S. Government Contracts from ANY Country (Here’s the Proof) 7:38

17d ago7:38

7:38

In today's episode of The Daily Windup, we explore the concept of finding opportunities in government contracting by leveraging market intelligence and understanding the dynamics between government agencies and vendors. This episode, we emphasize the importance of market research and highlighting the story of entrepreneur Roberta Moore, who secured…

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They Said She Couldn’t Do It… Then She TRIPLED the Government Vendor List from 13 to 35! 5:47

18d ago5:47

5:47

In this episode of The Daily Windup, we reflect on the importance of embracing unexpected challenges, emphasizing the need to take swift and decisive action when faced with a "hot potato" situation. We also delves into the value of networking and going beyond one's comfort zone, encouraging people to actively seek connections outside their immediat…

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No Internet? No Problem. This Tech Runs on Satellites, Planes, and Hard Drives! 6:25

19d ago6:25

6:25

In this episode of The Daily Windup, we talk about the challenges and solutions faced by the Hawaiian community during the pandemic. We talk about collaborations with the Governor of Hawaii to tackle the high unemployment rate caused by the travel industry's collapse. Through brainstorming sessions and identifying various problems, they developed a…

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Regulations Drop Daily at EXACTLY 8:45 AM—Here’s What Most Contractors Miss! 6:51

20d ago6:51

6:51

In this episode of The Daily Windup, we dives into the complex world of government regulations and enforcement of domestic preferences. We discuss the process of monitoring and understanding federal regulations through the Federal Register, the insider tips on how to leverage the preview section of the register to stay ahead of upcoming regulations…

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Up to 1 MILLION Media Sources DAILY?! This GovCon Opportunity is INSANE! 8:59

21d ago8:59

8:59

In this episode of The Daily Windup, we dive into a variety of topics related to government contracting opportunities, discussing the importance of not pursuing expired contracts and emphasizing the need to respond but not harass. We talk about the importance to investigate whether an opportunity ever materialized into a contract before pursuing it…

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260: The $500K Confidence Boost: Winning Government Contracts with Zero Capital & One Smart Question 38:09

22d ago38:09

38:09

Today’s show was brought to you by our sponsor Encore Funding. Have you or someone you know recently been awarded a government contract and cannot secure funding? Encore Funding has your back, with a recently launched Government division they are funding your receivables so you can just focus on the work. Visit encoregov.com for more information on…

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No Resources. No Connections. Just BELIEF. This is How You Win! 6:09

23d ago6:09

6:09

In this episode of The Daily Windup, we dive deep into the power of mindset and the importance of surrounding yourself with supportive people. Today, we highlight the significance of shifting from a mindset of doubt to one of unwavering belief.If you surround yourself with individuals who don't believe in your dreams, you're more likely to falter. …

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From 0 to 300 Employees: How Consulting Funded His 7-Year Power Move! 8:13

23d ago8:13

8:13

In today's episode, we have Lynnwood Owens Jr., the founder and president of LBO Technology, LLC. Lynnwood and he shares the story behind his company, which was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Leesburg, Virginia. LBO Technology specializes in professional services, including PMO support, data analytics, administrative support, and organizat…

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They Solved the #1 AI Security Threat the Government Couldn’t Fix! 8:07

24d ago8:07

8:07

In this episode we have an intriguing conversation with Jim, and Jerry. We discuss the challenges and innovative solutions in the realm of artificial intelligence (AI) and software development. Discover how this innovative approach opens doors for professionals from various fields to contribute to AI and no-code development efforts. Tune in to this…

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Govcon Giants

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269: Why Banks Say No to Your Contract — and How Encore Funding Says Yes 40:30

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From Safety Harnesses to Healthcare Deals: How This Vet Launched a Powerhouse Brand! 7:47

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From $20K to $100M: What ‘Small Business’ Really Means in Government Contracting 7:16

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Don't Make This $100K Mistake in Government Contracting! Read the Fine Print! 12:26

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3 Security Levels. 1 Big Mistake Could Cost You Everything 7:27

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268: Breaking Down Gov Barriers: 2025's $100B Non-FAR Revolution 52:36

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267: How Startups Are Winning $650K+ in Government Contracting (in Just 15 Minutes!) 1:08:42

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266: Game-Changing Executive Order: How to Get Ahead in Government Contracts Now! 31:58

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How One Lunch Meeting Turned Into $30M in Government Contracts 6:15

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15 Years Later: How My Business Plan Predicted Everything in Government Contracting! 7:14

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265: From Trade Wars to Real Costs: Bill Reinsch Tells All 53:00

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264: How to Win Defense Contracts Through a Consortium 32:04

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263: 2025 Goverment Contracting Gameplan Starts Here: IT Companies Learn How To Skip The Bidding Process 26:06

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262: Defense Acquisition Reform: Modernizing Defense Acquisitions and Spurring Innovation in the Defense Industrial Base) 27:43

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261: Trump’s Executive Order Just Changed Defense Contracting 10:09

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Government Cybersecurity Breaches Could Shut Down Your Business — Are You Ready? 11:07

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You Can Win U.S. Government Contracts from ANY Country (Here’s the Proof) 7:38

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They Said She Couldn’t Do It… Then She TRIPLED the Government Vendor List from 13 to 35! 5:47

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No Internet? No Problem. This Tech Runs on Satellites, Planes, and Hard Drives! 6:25

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Regulations Drop Daily at EXACTLY 8:45 AM—Here’s What Most Contractors Miss! 6:51

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Up to 1 MILLION Media Sources DAILY?! This GovCon Opportunity is INSANE! 8:59

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260: The $500K Confidence Boost: Winning Government Contracts with Zero Capital & One Smart Question 38:09

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No Resources. No Connections. Just BELIEF. This is How You Win! 6:09

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From 0 to 300 Employees: How Consulting Funded His 7-Year Power Move! 8:13

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They Solved the #1 AI Security Threat the Government Couldn’t Fix! 8:07

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