Delusional: Winning the Weekly War of Dentistry

Hosted by Dr. Todd Snyder

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Aug 2025

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Are you currently frustrated in your dental business, just wanting things to be better? Does it feel delusional to want to be rid of the overwhelming stress and financial strain you didn't see coming in your practice? Are you looking for answers on creating more money, more time freedom and more consistency in the culture of your work? If you answered yes, this is your show. Delusional: Winning the Weekly War of Dentistry is hosted Dr. Todd Snyder, Dr. Snyder founded Legion, an organization of like minded dentists seeking and achieving wealth and time freedom via their dental practice. He is also the 77th fellow of the American Academy of cosmetic dentistry and has developed a stellar reputation helping his colleagues win the weekly war of dentistry. Gain more freedom and money. Stop the delusion and get ready to shift your business and your personal life.

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August 1, 202524 min

The Transformation

Dr. Snyder discusses the transformation of the dental industry through his organization, Legion, and introduces upcoming tranformative pivots. Over 180 episodes, the podcast has impacted thousands of dentists, encouraging them to break free from traditional, inefficient business models. He emphasizes the need for dentists to systematize their practices, build strong brands, and focus on long-term strategies. He introduces the "Elite Exit Framework" and "Evolve," a live virtual event on September 18, aimed at providing real-time transformation and interactive training. The goal is to help dentists create profitable, scalable businesses that offer freedom and financial security.Listen in!Thank You for enjoying this episode of Delusional: Winning the Weekly War of DentistryRESOURCES:Learn more about LEGIONSubscribe to DELUSIONAL: Winning The Weekly War PodcastWrite a Review on iTunes‎

July 18, 202522 min

Invisible Prison

Dr. Snyder discusses the challenges faced by dentists, emphasizing the "invisible prison" of a broken business model. He criticizes the dependency on insurance companies, which dictate fees and coverage, leading to financial strain and ethical issues. He highlights the need for better systems, a strong brand identity, and effective leadership to escape this prison. He also advocates for dominating the market, systematizing processes, and becoming a true leader to attract high-value patients and build a profitable, self-sustaining practice. Listen in!Thank You for enjoying this episode of Delusional: Winning the Weekly War of DentistryRESOURCES:Learn more about LEGIONSubscribe to DELUSIONAL: Winning The Weekly War PodcastWrite a Review on iTunes‎

July 11, 202513 min

Berserker

Dr. Snyder discusses the overreaction to small irritationss such as unsolicited emails as a symptom of deeper issues in your professional and personal life. He argues that such reactions reveal frustration, lack of control, and inefficiency. He emphasizes the importance of building systems, investing in marketing, and surrounding yourself with positive influences. He criticizes dentists who complain on social media and encourages them to join elite groups for better strategies and mindset shifts. The goal is to stop reacting to trivial matters and start dominating in business and life.Listen in!Thank You for enjoying this episode of Delusional: Winning the Weekly War of DentistryRESOURCES:Learn more about LEGIONSubscribe to DELUSIONAL: Winning The Weekly War PodcastWrite a Review on iTunes‎

July 4, 202512 min

Independence Day

Dr. Snyder criticizes dentists for feeling controlled by insurance companies, DSOs, and their own staff, likening their situation to colonial oppression. He emphasizes the importance of breaking free from these constraints to achieve true independence and success. He outlines a 90-day plan for dentists to improve their practices, including identifying and removing tyrants, focusing on attracting, converting, and delivering, and potentially dropping PPO plans to increase profitability. He also encourages dentists to embrace hard work and systems to build a better business and provide superior patient care.Listen in!Thank You for enjoying this episode of Delusional: Winning the Weekly War of DentistryRESOURCES:Learn more about LEGIONSubscribe to DELUSIONAL: Winning The Weekly War PodcastWrite a Review on iTunes‎

June 27, 202514 min

Flushed Wealth

Dr. Snyder discusses common financial leaks in dental practices, emphasizing the need for dentists to track and address these issues. He highlights significant losses from PPO write-offs, missed appointments, and unscheduled treatments, estimating annual losses in the six figures. He advises dentists to focus on profit retention, train staff to improve communication and follow-up, and consider dropping PPOs if they're detrimental. He also stresses the importance of weekly audits and tracking to identify and fix these leaks. Listen in!Thank You for enjoying this episode of Delusional: Winning the Weekly War of DentistryRESOURCES:Learn more about LEGIONSubscribe to DELUSIONAL: Winning The Weekly War PodcastWrite a Review on iTunes‎

June 20, 202513 min

Freedom Of Choice

Dr. Snyder emphasizes the importance of dentists making informed business decisions to build a successful practice. He argues that dentists often operate out of fear, leading to low-value services and financial strain. He advocates for investing in elite tools, marketing, and training to offer high-value care and attract premium patients. He criticizes outdated dental practices and technologies, urging dentists to upgrade their services and marketing to stand out and achieve profitability. He also encourages dentists to make bold investments and choose excellence over scarcity to achieve their dream practice.Listen in!Thank You for enjoying this episode of Delusional: Winning the Weekly War of DentistryRESOURCES:Learn more about LEGIONSubscribe to DELUSIONAL: Winning The Weekly War PodcastWrite a Review on iTunes‎

June 13, 202517 min

Conflict Creates Change

Dr. Snyder emphasizes the importance of conflict in achieving success in dental practices. He argues that dentists often avoid confrontation, leading to underperformance, reliance on insurance, and stagnation. He advocates for direct communication with employees, patients, and vendors to address issues and improve performance. He stresses the need for dentists to challenge themselves, adopt better habits, and hold themselves and their teams accountable. He also asserts that conflict is essential for growth and transformation, urging dentists to embrace it to build a better practice and life.Listen in!Thank You for enjoying this episode of Delusional: Winning the Weekly War of DentistryRESOURCES:Learn more about LEGIONSubscribe to DELUSIONAL: Winning The Weekly War PodcastWrite a Review on iTunes‎

June 6, 20259 min

The Delusion Of Arrival

Dr. Snyder emphasizes that success in dentistry is a daily pursuit, not a destination. He criticizes the notion of "arrival," arguing that it breeds complacency and stagnation. True success involves continuous growth, impact, mastery, and legacy. He warns against the illusion of success based on material possessions or social media metrics, highlighting the importance of consistent effort, aligned goals, and effective systems. He also encourages dentists to set SMART goals, maintain a high-performance mindset, and avoid the trap of believing they have "arrived."Listen in!Thank You for enjoying this episode of Delusional: Winning the Weekly War of DentistryRESOURCES:Learn more about LEGIONSubscribe to DELUSIONAL: Winning The Weekly War PodcastWrite a Review on iTunes‎

May 30, 202515 min

Declaration Of War

Dr. Snyder discusses the need for dentists to shift from survival to victory by adopting strategic, disciplined approaches. He criticizes the industry's reliance on outdated practices and insurance companies, advocating for better systems, marketing, and psychological warfare skills. He highlights the importance of execution over explanation and encourages dentists to drop insurance reliance, focusing instead on creating value and attracting high-quality patients. He promotes his organization, Legion, as a community for dentists seeking wealth and time freedom through strategic business practices.Listen in!Thank You for enjoying this episode of Delusional: Winning the Weekly War of DentistryRESOURCES:Learn more about LEGIONSubscribe to DELUSIONAL: Winning The Weekly War PodcastWrite a Review on iTunes‎

May 23, 202516 min

How To Win

Dr. Snyder discusses how dentists are often their own biggest obstacle to winning, relying on excuses and social media for validation rather than improving their practices. He emphasizes the importance of attracting the right patients, converting them effectively, and delivering exceptional service. He advocates for a systematic approach, including tracking leads, measuring conversions, and focusing on business systems. Listen in!Thank You for enjoying this episode of Delusional: Winning the Weekly War of DentistryRESOURCES:Learn more about LEGIONSubscribe to DELUSIONAL: Winning The Weekly War PodcastWrite a Review on iTunes‎