Best Meredith and Dustin Podcasts (2025)

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Avoiding Buyer Landmines: Quality of Earnings, SDE Pitfalls, and Buying Right with Elliot Holland 37:32

4h ago37:32

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In this high-impact episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew are joined by Elliot Holland, founder of Guardian Due Diligence and the Business Buyer Masterclass. With decades of experience conducting quality of earnings (Q of E) reviews and advising buyers in small business acquisitions, Elliot brings invaluable ins…

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Demetrius II Aetolicus 1:18:23

10h ago1:18:23

1:18:23

It’s not Demetrius II’s fault that his dad handed him a time bomb. It’s not his fault we can’t figure out which cousin he married. It’s not his fault! But it IS his episode! Sources Patreon Blue Sky Facebook Instagram Twitter [email protected] Meredith and Dustin

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Buy a Manufacturing Business and Use Real Estate to Supercharge Growth with Ryder Fyrwald 38:17

8d ago38:17

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In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew sit down with Ryder Fyrwald, co-owner of a thriving label manufacturing company based in Los Angeles. Ryder shares his journey of acquiring a small business with four employees and growing it into a multi-million-dollar operation—while also strategically leveraging r…

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From Family Office to Global Advisor: Stephen Marks' Guide to Smarter Acquisitions 36:24

15d ago36:24

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In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew welcome special guest Stephen Marks, founder of Emmersion Capital and Apertura. Stephen shares his journey from managing family office portfolios to building a global advisory business focused on cost-effective due diligence and labor solutions through nearshoring. T…

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Aristotle/Alexander with Alex Lyras 42:35

15d ago42:35

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We are thrilled to welcome back actor, writer, and producer Alex Lyras and discuss the second production of his play, "Aristotle/Alexander." Want to hear discussions of ancient and modern political thought? Maybe even philosophical shenanigans? If the answer to even one of those questions is "yes," then this episode is for you! Use promo code AA20 …

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Self-Funded vs. Independent Sponsor: Sean Smith Breaks Down the Real Numbers 38:53

22d ago38:53

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In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew welcome Sean Smith, Managing Partner at Search Fund Ventures and co-founder of SMB Investor Network. Sean brings a transparent, investor-first lens to the world of small business acquisitions, breaking down what dealmakers need to know to structure successful transac…

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From Marine Corps to Building a Scalable Business with Grit with Dominick Blue 46:11

29d ago46:11

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In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew are joined by Dominick Blue, a former Marine turned software engineer and acquisition entrepreneur. Dominick shares his inspiring journey—launching Nostra Group, buying two businesses in under a year, and building an AI company to automate operations in home services…

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Part Three: Antigonos II Gonatas 1:23:43

29d ago1:23:43

1:23:43

It's curtains for old Antigonos Gonatas in his finale episode. Meredith's jet lag leads to interesting new historical takes such as can the Ptlomey dynasty swim? A general gets some digestive issues and so much more! Sources Patreon Blue Sky Facebook Instagram Twitter [email protected] Meredith and Dustin

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How to Build Wealth Through a HoldCo Strategy | Dustin Carreon on Buying Businesses That Last 54:12

1M ago54:12

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In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew sit down with Dustin Carreon, founder of COI Holdings, for a powerful conversation on transitioning from small family business roots to building a successful self-funded HoldCo. Dustin shares the full arc of his entrepreneurial journey—from collecting scrap metal wit…

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Buy and Grow a Small Business with Grit and Strategy with Jon Staenberg 54:04

1M ago54:04

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In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew welcome special guest Jon Staenberg, a veteran investor and expert in the search fund space. The conversation explores the growing role of search funds in the transition of small businesses across America and why now is a pivotal moment for aspiring entrepreneurs and…

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Funding Business Acquisition with Your Retirement Account with Jeremy Ames 44:16

2M ago44:16

44:16

Join hosts Casey Minshew and Feras Moussa on the M&A Launchpad Podcast as they welcome Jeremey Ames, Co-Founder and CEO of Guidant Financial. With over two decades of experience and a track record of helping 30,000 individuals step into business ownership, Jeremey brings invaluable insights to the table. Together, they explore different routes to e…

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Part Two: Antigonos II Gonatas 1:14:40

2M ago1:14:40

1:14:40

Antigonos Gonatas plays all the hits you’ve heard before: kings abandoned by armies, uncomfortable marriages, and Athens and Sparta being stupid. Oh and an elephant plays with a baby (no one dies… promise). Sources Patreon Blue Sky Facebook Instagram Twitter [email protected] Meredith and Dustin

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Closing Sellers in an M&A Deal with Nate Pratt 35:45

2M ago35:45

35:45

Join hosts Casey Minshew and Feras Moussa on the M&A Launchpad Podcast as they sit down with Nate Pratt, CFA, Vice President of Corporate Development at OneDigital. Nate plays a pivotal role in driving growth in the institutional and wealth advisory space through mergers and acquisitions. With a wealth of experience from leadership roles at Dimensi…

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Young Couple Builds Generational Wealth By Buying A Business With SBA Loan with Meredith and Michael Schlinkert 34:40

2M ago34:40

34:40

In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, Casey Minshew and Feras Moussa interview Michael and Meredith Schlinkert, owners of BackgroundConnect, as they share their journey of acquiring a background screening company in Houston. They discuss their backgrounds, the search process for the right business, the challenges they faced during the acqui…

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Part One: Antigonos II Gonatas 1:23:25

3M ago1:23:25

1:23:25

Is he our new “best boy?” Is he the “hardest working boy?” Did Dustin lose friends along the way? Is our cat a domestic terrorist? (Yes) Check out part 1 of Antigonos II Gonatas! Sources Patreon Blue Sky Facebook Instagram Twitter [email protected] Meredith and Dustin

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How Independent Sponsors Buy & Scale Businesses Without a Fund with Bryan Rand 46:43

3M ago46:43

46:43

In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, Casey Minshew and Feras Moussa interview Bryan Rand, CEO of Rand & Co Holdings, who delves into the intricacies of being an independent sponsor. Bryan explains the dual aspects of the role: accelerating growth for small businesses and acquiring legacy companies. Key topics include deal structuring, the …

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Doubling Revenue in a Plumbing & HVAC Company Through Acquisition with JD Beck 37:03

3M ago37:03

37:03

In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Casey Minshew and Feras Moussa interview JD Beck, a successful entrepreneur in the plumbing and HVAC industry. JD, a graduate from the University of Alabama with an electrical engineering degree, went straight to the army after college. After the army, JD spent time in the corporate world before d…

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Join Us on Patreon 3:04

3M ago3:04

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Meredith has overcome her fears of technology and we are excited to announce our Patreon is up and running! We appreciate everyone's continued support on this journey! Sources Patreon Blue Sky Facebook Instagram Twitter [email protected] Meredith and Dustin

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Part Three: Pyrrhus of Epirus 1:01:36

3M ago1:01:36

1:01:36

Welcome to the finale! When Pyrrhus sets his mind to something, he sticks to it… until he sees something shiny and declares war on it! Oh, and today we cut people in half, the baby elephant DOES appear, and frisbee claims another victim (seriously)! Sources Patreon Blue Sky Facebook Instagram Twitter [email protected]…

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Pioneering AI and Acquisitions with Rob Carpenter 34:17

3M ago34:17

34:17

In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Casey Minshew and Feras Moussa interview Rob Carpenter - an accomplished entrepreneur who got his start in AI before AI was popular and eventually exited to begin his own family office focused on home service acquisitions. Rob was born in an Eskimo village in Alaska and moved to Colorado where he …

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From Property Management Startup to Acquiring a Service Business 31:50

3M ago31:50

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In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Casey Minshew and Feras Moussa interview Brittney Orellano, who shares her inspirational journey of starting a real estate property management company and later acquiring a garage and gate service business in Kansas City. Brittney discusses the challenges of balancing entrepreneurship with family …

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Part Two: Pyrrhus of Epirus 1:16:16

3M ago1:16:16

1:16:16

Pyrrhus got bored. Pyrrhus went to Italy. People died. Pyrrhus got bored. Pyrrhus went to Sicily. People died. And a baby elephant searches for mommy. It’s part two of Pyrrhus of Epirus! Sources Patreon Blue Sky Facebook Instagram Twitter [email protected] Meredith and Dustin

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SBA Lending Tips & Tricks from Expert Lender "SBA Ray" 45:05

3M ago45:05

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In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Casey Minshew and Feras Moussa interview Ray Drew, known to many in the M&A space as “SBA Ray”. Ray hosts his own podcast called “The Art of SBA Lending” and provides an in-depth exploration of the SBA lending program, particularly the 7(a) loan. He has 13 years of experience in the lending space …

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Secrets to Raising Capital with Dr. Thomas Powell 45:45

4M ago45:45

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In this episode, Casey Minshew and Feras Moussa, of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, interview Dr. Thomas Powell, a serial entrepreneur and investor. Dr. Thomas Powell has over 35 years of experience in banking and finance and has developed a deep understanding of the industry and raising capital. Tom has raised billions of dollars in his career for oil …

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Buying & Growing a Power Washing Franchise with Nick Heye 37:12

4M ago37:12

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In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew welcome special guest Nick Heye. Nick talks about his experience entering the franchise world with Rolling Suds, a power washing and exterior cleaning company. Nick was the fourth franchisee in a new system that has now grown to nearly one hundred, and shares his ins…

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Part One: Pyrrhus of Epirus 1:32:00

4M ago1:32:00

1:32:00

The dry spell is over! And Pyrrhus is bringing the rain, even if he’s raining fire! We’ve got love, war, adventures while babysitting, and poop… this story features poop. It’s part 1 of Pyrrhus, king of Epirus (and Macedon)! Sources Patreon Blue Sky Facebook Instagram Twitter [email protected]…

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Acquire a Local Retail Garden Center with Rory Tyer 47:15

4M ago47:15

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In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew welcome special guest Rory Tyer. This past year, Rory bought a retail garden center in his hometown of Greenville, South Carolina. Although Rory had a career before his dive into ETA (Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition), he spent several years searching for the rig…

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Military to First Acquisition with John Murphy 34:24

5M ago34:24

34:24

In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew welcome special guest John Murphy. John shares his transition from a military career to working at a Fortune 50 company, investing in real estate, and ultimately buying his business. John received his college degree and decided to serve his country in the military. A…

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Antipater II Etesias 28:03

5M ago28:03

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Meredith and Dustin debated what to say in this blurb, longer than Antipater II Etesias may have sat on the throne. Sources Patreon Blue Sky Facebook Instagram Twitter [email protected] Meredith and Dustin

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Buying & Selling Digital Businesses with the CEO of Flippa 35:39

5M ago35:39

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In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew welcome special guest Blake Hutchison, the CEO of Flippa. Blake has been running Flippa for six years and shares many insights into how finds the edge to stand out as a giant in the industry. Flippa is a marketplace that allows buyers and sellers to transact on techn…

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Meleager 31:20

5M ago31:20

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Thanksgiving might be over, but check out this turkey...or guinea fowl! Turns out that being born into a royal family doesn't always guarantee success! Sources Patreon Blue Sky Facebook Instagram Twitter [email protected] Meredith and Dustin

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Bootstrapping SaaS Company from $0 to $40M Exit with David Sinkinson 39:36

5M ago39:36

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In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew welcome special guest David Sinkinson. David and his brother Chris founded AppArmor. David discusses his experience founding and growing this public safety software company with his brother. The discussion navigates through their journey from bootstrapping the startu…

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Roll-Up in the HVAC Industry with Jordan Hammond 47:26

6M ago47:26

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In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew welcome special guest Jordan Hammond. Jordan shares his journey from experiencing the failure of his first business to building a successful business through strategic acquisitions. After a successful second start-up, Jordan decided that rather than deploying his cas…

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Part Two: Ptolemy Keraunos 45:12

6M ago45:12

45:12

Remember the puppy with the flamethrower looking for a home that he could burn down? Well he’s all grown up, found a place to call home, and he still has the flamethrower. Everything in Macedon is just fine… Hi, Ptolemy Keraunos! Sources Patreon Blue Sky Facebook Instagram Twitter [email protected]…

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Ups & Downs of the CEO Life with Steve Divitkos 37:16

6M ago37:16

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In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew welcome special guest Steve Divitkos, discussing the challenges of launching and growing a search fund. Steve shares his experiences as a first-time CEO, the emotional toll, strategic decisions, and the eventual exit from his company. Steve dives deep into what it’s …

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Data Drives Businesses - How Ned MacPherson Capitalized on Strategic Insights 31:08

6M ago31:08

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In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa & Casey Minshew interview Ned MacPherson, who shares his compelling journey of bootstrapping a business from scratch, scaling it rapidly, and eventually exiting to a private equity firm. Ned, who has a background in statistics, brought these skills he gained in college and applied the…

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Part One: Ptolemy Keraunos 59:07

6M ago59:07

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Imagine a puppy. Now give it a flame thrower. Now kick the puppy out into the cold night and tell it that anything flammable is the reason it has no family. That is Ptolemy Keraunos. Have a nice day. Sources Patreon Blue Sky Facebook Instagram Twitter [email protected] Meredith and Dustin

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Turning Around a 100+ Year Old Razor Company with Jens Grudno 44:33

6M ago44:33

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In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew interview Jens Grudno, delving into his journey from a finance background to acquiring and turning around a struggling German manufacturing business. Jens shares the challenges and intricacies of transitioning from corporate roles to entrepreneurship, including the c…

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Patreon Preview: Alexander The Great (2004) 1:06:24

7M ago1:06:24

1:06:24

Approaching the kick off of season two, we wanted to give you a preview of our soon to be launch patreon offerings! Join us for Hysterically Accurate, where two people with history degrees watch historical films and try not to lose their minds! Sources Patreon Blue Sky Facebook Instagram Twitter [email protected]…

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Insights into Sell-Side M&A Transactions with Richard Parker 45:16

7M ago45:16

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In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew welcome special guest Richard Parker. We delve deep into the world of M&A with Richard, who has successfully bought and sold dozens of companies. Richard currently manages Roy Street Advisors, an investment banking firm representing business owners and buyers in the …

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Commercials Revisited: The Dustin Cut 1:25:35

7M ago1:25:35

1:25:35

Millions emailed! Ok, just a few, wanting a compilation of all the commercials this season... so we did that. Results may vary. Sources Patreon Blue Sky Facebook Instagram Twitter [email protected] Meredith and Dustin

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Verify Business Earnings in an M&A Transaction with Patrick O'Connell 29:23

7M ago29:23

29:23

In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew welcome special guest Patrick O'Connell. Today we are focusing on the role of a quality of earnings (QoE) in the M&A process. Patrick discusses the importance of conducting a quality of earnings analysis when transacting. The QoE is used to verify what the seller has…

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Strategies to Grow and Adapt as an Entrepreneur with Matt Pohl 49:10

7M ago49:10

49:10

In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew welcome special guest Matt Pohl, Founder of The ReWild Group. Matt shares his journey of transitioning from a corporate job to becoming a business owner. This discussion covers Matt's decision to buy a lifestyle business, the eventual realization of the true value of…

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Season 1 Recap and Updates 25:13

7M ago25:13

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Two years, countless partitions of Babylon, and Alexander’s death on repeat—Season 1 is officially in the books! Join Meredith and Dustin for a final tour of the Diadochi’s battlefield. Plus, we’ll update you on our schedule and Season 2. Sources Patreon Blue Sky Facebook Instagram Twitter [email protected]…

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Tech to a Construction Acquisition with The Stone Man 36:18

7M ago36:18

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In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Casey Minshew and Feras Moussa interview Alan Lockridge about his journey from tech consulting to purchasing and running 'The Stoneman,' a business specializing in hardscapes. The discussion covers Alan's three-year search for the right business, which was affected by COVID-19, and his eventual ac…

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Sourcing to Closing an E-Commerce Acquisition in 9 Days with Bryan Dunn 43:35

8M ago43:35

43:35

In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew welcome special guest Bryan Dunn. Bryan talks about his journey from helicopter pilot in the military, to working at Boeing and other companies, and now working at a manufacturing company while simultaneously buying his own business. Bryan currently owns an ecommerce…

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Part Three: Seleukos Nicator 55:02

8M ago55:02

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Today's episode is a cautionary tale about stepmoms... that's all the preview you needed. Come wrap up the exciting story of Seleukos Nikator! Sources Patreon Blue Sky Facebook Instagram Twitter [email protected] Meredith and Dustin

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Private Equity to Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition with Niklas James 35:41

8M ago35:41

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In this episode of the M&A Launchpad Podcast, hosts Feras Moussa and Casey Minshew welcome special guest Niklas James, who shares his journey from Norway to the U.S., where he began his career at Bain & Co., gaining valuable experience in the private equity due diligence process. After several years in finance, Niklas pursued his MBA at Harvard Bus…

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Season 1 Finale: The Bootmaker - An All-American Entrepreneur | Ft. Dustin Bowen of Bowen Bootwear | Ep.14 1:11:48

8M ago1:11:48

1:11:48

Episode 14 of The Wavelength Podcast w/ lifelong friends, Tyler Crispen and Alex Kamenca. On this episode we interview a true Nashvillian, self-made entrepreneur, and one of the coolest guys you will ever meet from his shop here in Nashville. Dustin Bowen, owner of Bowen Bootwear talks through his journey of starting off as a drummer and then "acci…

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How To Be Married w/ Will and Meredith Burrus | Ep. 13 1:03:47

8M ago1:03:47

1:03:47

Episode 13 of The Wavelength Podcast w/ lifelong friends, Tyler Crispen and Alex Kamenca. On this episode we interview two of our very good friends and the best couple we know, Will and Meredith Burrus. We talk through our friendship and Will and Meredith talk about the things they've worked on in their marriage that have made them have a successfu…

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