Best Kenny Chapman Podcasts (2025)

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Our Review of the New Album Snipe Hunter by Tyler Childers 53:37

22d ago53:37

53:37

Tyler Childers refuses to be pinned down. As one of the most celebrated country artists working today, his unpredictability has frustrated some listeners while also delighting others. This week we give our thoughts on the highly anticipated Snipe Hunter, Childers's new album produced by Rick Rubin. Check out our Patreon! Check out our new merch sto…

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89: "Straight Tequila Night" by John Anderson 52:06

1M ago52:06

52:06

This week Tyler and Danny add the No. 1 hit "Straight Tequila Night" to their Ultimate Country Playlist. They also discuss Neotrad hitmaker John Anderson's impressive but sometimes overlooked career. Check out our Patreon! Check out our new merch store! Instagram: @TakeThisPodandShoveIt For everything else click HERE! Want to create your own great …

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88: "We Have Fed You All For 1000 Years" by Willi Carlisle 1:03:02

2M ago1:03:02

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This week Tyler and Danny discuss Willi Carlisle's incredible new album, Winged Victory, and add its opening tack to our Ultimate Country Playlist. "We Have Fed You All For 1000 Years" (sometimes written as 'A Thousand') is a powerful union song over 100 years old, attributed to "an unknown proletariat." In Carlisle's hands it is a barn burner that…

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Catch-up and Mustard 9: Tyler and Danny's Songs of the Summer 50:50

2M ago50:50

50:50

The Take this Pod and Shove It boys are back and talking their essential songs of the summer. They curate a Summertime playlist on the spot featuring songs from Zach Top, Alan Jackson, Jimmy Buffett (of course) and more! Got some quintessential summer/beach/vacation listening that we missed? Shoot us a message over on Instagram @takethispodandshove…

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Mailbag Episode: Customer-Centric Secrets to Handle Tough Clients 30:48

3M ago30:48

30:48

In the third mailbag episode of season two, Kenny Chapman and Chris Crew take on audience questions focusing on customers—how to handle them, serve them, and keep your sanity in the process. They break down what to say during a follow-up, how to deal with refund requests, and why the “customer is always right” mindset might be holding you back. Tun…

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Invest in Your People: How to Empower Employees and Boost Profitability with Kelton Balka 46:04

3M ago46:04

46:04

Kenny Chapman and Chris Crew sit down with Kelton Balka, owner of Tennessee Standard and a fifth-generation plumber. Kelton shares how taking care of your team isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s the smartest business move you can make. From scaling his plumbing company to over $1 million in monthly revenue and building a culture where people don…

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Business Efficiency: How to Build a Lean, Profitable Business 16:13

3M ago16:13

16:13

Kenny Chapman and Chris Crew discuss why efficiency is the key to running a profitable business—and how to actually build it into your daily operations. They break down the biggest mistakes contractors make when trying to run lean businesses, the overlooked habits that drain time and money, and how to train your team to think and act with efficienc…

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How Your Pricing Model Might Be Holding Back Your Business 21:44

3M ago21:44

21:44

Kenny Chapman and Chris Crew discuss why pricing is one of the most powerful—and misunderstood—drivers of profitability in home service businesses. They break down common pricing mistakes, the importance of price integrity, and why efficiency, experience, and knowing your true costs all play a role in sustainable success. Tune in to learn how to sh…

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87: "The Gambler" by Kenny Rogers 53:01

4M ago53:01

53:01

After some time away, we are back with one of the biggest country songs of all time! This week we finally add a Kenny Rogers track to our Ultimate Country Playlist, and we of course had to feature "The Gambler," a song that inspired a quintology of made-for-TV Westerns. Plus, you KNOW we discuss the possibility of opening our very own Kenny Rogers …

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Want to Increase Profitability? Fix These 5 Areas First 32:10

4M ago32:10

32:10

Kenny Chapman and Chris Crew discuss profitability and why it should be the driving force behind every decision you make in business. They break down the hidden costs that sneak into your operation, why most contractors misunderstand their income statements, and how fixing—not cutting—expenses is the smarter play. By the end, you’ll walk away with …

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Mailbag Episode: Why Doing the Basics in Business Is the Most Underrated Growth Strategy 28:38

4M ago28:38

28:38

Kenny Chapman and Chris Crew answer some audience questions in the second mailbag episode of this season. They break down why the HVAC industry is one of the most reliable spaces to build in, what to watch out for when buying a business, and why doing the basics still solves 90% of your problems. By the end, you’ll walk away with sharper instincts,…

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How to Build a Business That Supports Your Life, Not Drains It 47:44

4M ago47:44

47:44

Kenny Chapman and Chris Crew sit down with Stephen Christopher of Wit Digital, an innovative marketing agency for any home service business. They break down the real reasons marketing efforts often fall flat in the home service business space. The trio emphasizes that success isn’t about chasing more leads or shiny marketing tactics—it’s about emot…

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Direct Mail & Marketing Isn’t Dead: Here’s How to Make It Work 17:44

4M ago17:44

17:44

Direct mail isn’t dead—and it won’t die until mailboxes die. Kenny Chapman and Chris Crew break down why direct mail still works and how to get the most out of it in the digital age. They discuss how to craft high-impact direct mail, ways to write an opening line that keeps readers hooked, how to keep your mail out of the trash, and the creative st…

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Winning at Social Media Marketing: What Home Service Businesses Need to Know 23:10

5M ago23:10

23:10

Social media marketing is one of the most valuable tools for home service businesses – but only if done right. Kenny Chapman and Chris Crew break down how contractors can use social media to build trust, attract customers, and grow their brand and business without feeling overwhelmed. From choosing the right platforms to creating engaging content (…

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Beyond Five Stars: The Smart Way to Use Reviews to Boost Your Business 32:01

5M ago32:01

32:01

Kenny Chapman and Chris Crew talk about all things business reviews. They share compelling statistics about the role reviews play in the purchasing process, how to handle negative reviews, and how your online presence can either multiply or diminish the effectiveness of your marketing dollars. You’ll hear the 4-step process Chris uses to approach o…

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86: "Time" by Tobacco City, w/ Caleb Doyle 56:52

5M ago56:52

56:52

This week we are joined by music writer Caleb Doyle (of Nightswimming music blog) to discuss Chicago alt country band Tobacco City. We add the Tobacco City song "Time" from their excellent 2025 album Horses to our Ultimate Country Playlist. Check out our playlist and the entire Horses album! Check out our Patreon! Check out our new merch store! Ins…

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Mailbag Episode: How to Grow Your Business Through Pricing, Sales Strategy and Process Optimization 31:45

5M ago31:45

31:45

This episode is a mailbag episode in which Kenny Chapman and Chris Crew tackle a couple of crucial questions from audience members. From the biggest concern that keeps them up at night to the #1 cause of business failures and increasing credit card transaction fees. You’ll hear Kenny and Chris shed some light on these important issues, some of whic…

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From Sales Grit to Growth: Lessons from Mid-America Mister Sparky 50:04

5M ago50:04

50:04

Kenny Chapman and Chris Chrew welcome Darrell Boyd and Aaron Hagan from Mid-America Mister Sparky! They take back the curtain on Mister Sparky’s winning strategy for sales success – including the key role of company culture, the power of grit, and intentionality around sales. You’ll hear more about avoiding the top-line sales intoxication trap, the…

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85: "Small Town Saturday Night" by Hal Ketchum 41:03

6M ago41:03

41:03

This week Danny and Tyler add Hal Ketchum's 90's boot-scootin', slice-of-life banger "Small Town Saturday Night" to the Ultimate Country Playlist. Also we talk about Jurassic Park for some reason. Check out our Patreon! Check out our new merch store! Instagram: @TakeThisPodandShoveIt For everything else click HERE! Want to create your own great pod…

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Turning "Just Looking" Shoppers into Paying Customers 20:58

6M ago20:58

20:58

“How do I turn ‘just looking’ prospects into paying customers?” is probably one of the most recurring questions among home service salespeople…and that’s exactly what hosts Kenny Chapman and Chris Crew tackle in this episode of the Home Service Business Success show. They talk about the importance of having a process to follow, common mistakes sale…

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Conquering the "I Need to Talk to My Spouse" Objection 21:22

6M ago21:22

21:22

“I need to speak to my spouse.” That’s an objection that many home service salespeople fear – you hear that, you’re doomed… Why do some people bring that point up during an appointment and what can you do to conquer that objection to successfully close the sale? In today’s episode of the Home Service Business Success Show, hosts Kenny Chapman and C…

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Price Is Too High! - Objection Obliteration 31:24

6M ago31:24

31:24

In the first episode of season 2 of the Home Service Business Success Show, hosts Kenny Chapman and Chris Crew tackle one of the most common objections in sales: “The price is too high!” They break down why many home service business owners struggle with the pricing confidence needed, what you need to know to truly understand value, option closing,…

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84: "Fast Car" by Tracy Chapman 43:13

6M ago43:13

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This week is Tracy Chapman week on the pod! We add her gorgeous and heartbreaking hit "Fast Car" to our Ultimate Country Playlist. Unsure if it's country? Well, after it became a No. 1 country hit with minimal changes when covered by Luke Combs, Rolling Stone named it one of the 200 greatest country songs of all time. Plus, we think it rocks and it…

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83: "Country Pie" by Bob Dylan 59:48

7M ago59:48

59:48

We've been waiting to do a Bob Dylan episode for years and the film A Complete Unknown is just the excuse we were looking for! This week Danny and Tyler discuss the late 60's era of Dylan's career where he became a country crooner. Post-electric and pre-religious, this is a beautiful time in Dylan's eclectic catalog. "Country Pie" from Nashville Sk…

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From “If Only…” to Business Success: Mindset and Techniques for Personal Growth and Professional Wins 53:03

7M ago53:03

53:03

For the season finale, hosts Kenny Chapman and Chris Crew sat down in person at Acceleration Days to talk about the mindset needed to go beyond the “If only…” mindset and achieve both business success and personal growth. Learn about the career-defining moments Kenny and Chris went through, the 3 Ps the Blue Collar Success Group teaches its clients…

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Power Down to Power Up: How to Recharge and Avoid Exhaustion 36:40

7M ago36:40

36:40

Kenny Chapman and Chris Crew go over mental health strategies for the home service business industry. From understanding who you really are and following morning rituals to protecting your brain from distractions (and addiction!) and powering down to power up – this episode is a crash course in mental health that will make you a better professional…

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Country In Decline: A Look of the Inauguration Performances, w/ Danii Gallegos 57:39

7M ago57:39

57:39

Last week was the 2025 Inauguration, and of all the terrible things that happened, the most light-hearted had to be the musical performances. These performances included a number of—you guessed it—country acts, including Carrie Underwood, Jason Aldean, Lee Greenwood, and what's left of Billy Ray Cyrus. This week Tyler and Danny are joined by comedy…

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From Chaos to Control: Staying Energized as a Home Service Operator 38:55

7M ago38:55

38:55

Kenny Chapman and Chris Crew dive into the critical role of energy management, boundaries, and clear communication in avoiding chaos. They share personal experiences and actionable strategies for creating a productive work environment, setting healthy boundaries, and staying focused on what truly matters. Tune in to discover how saying “no” and pri…

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Our Favorite Country Albums of 2024 41:51

8M ago41:51

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It's been 2025 for a couple weeks now, but we're still thinking about these incredible country and Americana albums from last year. In a year where everyone from giant pop stars to indie rock darlings were exploring country sounds it was hard to narrow our favorite albums down to just five. Hear what albums Danny and Tyler chose, and where they ove…

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Exhaustion: Calming the Chaos 37:07

8M ago37:07

37:07

Kenny Chapman and Chris Crew talk about how leaders can get rid of exhaustion and calm the chaos in their service business. From mental aspects and key questions like “Am I serving my business or is my business serving me?” to the difference between boundaries and barriers, and common mistakes leaders make – you’ll get a crash course on preventing …

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Cashflow: Make it Rain with Cash 38:06

8M ago38:06

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What’s needed to actually “make it rain” in your business? Positive cash flow and the right mindset are key, if you want your home service business to grow. But what goes into creating the right conditions to make it happen? Kenny Chapman and Chris Crew dive into the mental and emotional sides of cash flow – including a key lesson that will help yo…

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Cashflow: Why Cash is NOT King 30:34

8M ago30:34

30:34

How many times have you heard the saying “cash is king?" But what if someone told you that that’s just a myth ready to be debunked? In this episode, Kenny Chapman and Chris Crew tackle the myths surrounding cash flow and discuss cash confidence, creating a 90-day cash buffer, having an abundance mindset, and explain why “cash is NOT king.” Tune in …

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Margins: Muscle Up Your Margins 36:21

8M ago36:21

36:21

Margins are the backbone of a profitable business, but are you managing yours effectively? And what comes to mind when you think about breaking even – yay or nay? In this episode, Kenny Chapman and Chris Crew dive into essential strategies for muscling up your margins. From understanding gross margin dollars per hour to setting the right prices for…

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It's a Trucker Christmas 50:13

8M ago50:13

50:13

It's a special BONUS Christmas episode! This week Danny and Tyler discuss Red Simpson's Country Christmas concept album "Truckers' Christmas." We hope you enjoy and we'll see ya in 2025! Check out our Patreon! Check out our new merch store! Instagram: @TakeThisPodandShoveIt For everything else click HERE! Want to create your own great podcast? Why …

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Margins: Profit Suckers 34:37

9M ago34:37

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When it comes to profit, most home service business owners seem to be asking the wrong questions and focusing on the wrong things… …and that can have COSTLY consequences. In this episode, Kenny Chapman and Chris Crew look at the critical aspects of profitability and operational efficiency. They challenge traditional thinking about business margins …

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Top Line Revenue: Top Line Intoxication 37:49

9M ago37:49

37:49

Mindset plays a crucial role in navigating the challenges of running a home service business. In this episode, Kenny Chapman and Chris Crew dive into the dangers of "top line intoxication" and how it impacts profitability, culture, and quality of life. You’ll learn about balancing intuition with systems, understanding true costs, creating a busines…

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82: "If We Make it Through December" by Merle Haggard 42:55

9M ago42:55

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For our annual Christmas episode, Danny and Tyler add Merle Haggard's hard-timin' working-class classic to the Ultimate Country Playlist. For all the joy it brings, December can still be a pretty rough month. Merle knows your pain, so give this tune a listen! Follow the link below to keep up with which songs are being added to our Ultimate Country …

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Top Line Revenue: Sales Solves It 38:00

9M ago38:00

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There’s no denying it: sales can make or break a home service business. However, mastering it requires more than just a good pitch… Kenny Chapman and Chris Crew dive into the mindset, strategies, and processes that drive successful sales, even in a challenging market. From overcoming industry resistance to creating repeatable systems, you’ll hear g…

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81: "Gunpowder & Lead" by Miranda Lambert, w/ Dewey Lovett 57:51

9M ago57:51

57:51

This week Danny and Tyler are joined by comedian and author Dewey Lovett (new book DRINKSGIVING out now!) to discuss CMA darling Miranda Lambert, and add her revenge banger "Gunpowder & Lead" to our ultimate country playlist! Follow the link below to keep up with which songs are being added to our Ultimate Country Playlist on Spotify https://tinyur…

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Generating Leads: Magic to Marketing 39:48

9M ago39:48

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What can be done to plan and run an effective marketing campaign, and add magic to it? In this episode, Chris Crew and Kenny Chapman from The Blue Collar Success Group provide an overview of different strategies home services businesses can use to get the word out. From ways to create organic content at scale, to pay-per-click, understanding your m…

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Generating Leads: No Leads, No Problem 38:21

10M ago38:21

38:21

Chris Crew and Kenny Chapman dive into strategies to generate more quality leads and drive sustainable growth. Tune in to hear about practical tips for filling your pipeline with quality lead generation, how to approach sales calls and spend your marketing budget, and brand awareness, as well as market domination and the role your mindset will play…

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Pace Not Race: How to Run a Successful Business Without Exhausting Yourself 35:28

10M ago35:28

35:28

Co-hosts Kenny Chapman and Chris Crew of The Blue Collar Success Group share some of the fundamental principles of healthy business ownership. They explore mental health and pacing yourself to avoid burnout, all from a business owner’s standpoint. You’ll also hear about seasonality in business, how to manage the pressures of growth and what you can…

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These Songs Kill Fascists 36:58

10M ago36:58

36:58

This week Tyler and Danny present three classic protest country songs that are [unfortunately] still relevant, especially given the results of last week's election. Likely there are more country tunes that stick it to the Man comin', but in this week please enjoy "Your Flag Decal Won't Get You Into Heaven Anymore" by John Prine, "Oval Room" by Blaz…

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8.17 The Banquo Legacy (EDA 35) 1:08:42

10M ago1:08:42

1:08:42

There's a murder mystery to be solved, in a creepy old house. The Doctor, Fitz and Compassion arrive, and this novel by Andy Lane and Justin Richards has a fascinating history, having originally been written without the Doctor. Andy joins us to reveal more. (With apologies for the varying sound quality on the interview)…

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Home Service Business Success...launching November 13! 4:25

10M ago4:25

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The Home Service Business Success show...launching November 13!By Kenny Chapman, Chris Crew

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Minisode: "Millennial Witch Girlfriend" 3:51

10M ago3:51

3:51

This week we humbly present a quick mini episode with Tyler's seasonal song "Millennial Witch Girlfriend." Happy Halloween! Check out our Patreon! Check out our new merch store! Instagram: @TakeThisPodandShoveIt For everything else click HERE! Want to create your own great podcast? Why not start today! We use BuzzSprout for hosting and have loved i…

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Spooky Country part 2: Southern Gothic Edition 46:05

10M ago46:05

46:05

Danny and Tyler are back with three more spooky country songs from Alan Jackson, The Handsome Family, and Adia Victoria. This week the boys focus the haunting Southern Gothic sub-genre. Check out our Patreon! Check out our new merch store! Instagram: @TakeThisPodandShoveIt For everything else click HERE! Want to create your own great podcast? Why n…

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8.16 The Space Age (EDA 34) 59:37

11M ago59:37

59:37

The Doctor, Fitz and Compassion arrive in a gleaming chrome-city, with hover cars, and all the mod cons you could possibly want - and it's the year 2019. But what's happened to the Mods and Rockers, who are still fighting each other? We speak with author Steve Lyons, editor Steve Cole, and feature an audio clip from the spin-off release featuring t…

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Spooky Country part 1 43:08

11M ago43:08

43:08

It's Spooky Season! Just in time for your Halloween playlists Danny and Tyler are here to offer some delightfully spooky songs. This week we discuss... "Vampire Girl" by Buddy Miller and Jim Lauderdale "The Rubber Room" by Porter Wagoner and "Water Witch" by The Secret Sisters and Brandi Carlile We'll be back next week with more spooky, creepy, and…

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A Tribute to Kris Kristofferson 38:21

11M ago38:21

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This week Danny and Tyler talk about the excellent music, career, and stories of the late great Kris Kristofferson. Losing Kristofferson creates a huge hole in the musical world—he's one of the most singular and poetic singer-songwriters in all of country. Luckily, he left behind a wonderful catalog of music to revisit and appreciate. Check out our…

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