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The Focus Group

The Focus Group

Hosted by The Focus Group, Tim Bennett, John Nash, Bleav

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Episodes

600

Latest episode

Aug 2026

Language

EN

About the show

Tim Bennett and John Nash—memorable class clowns in high school, now revolutionary LGBTQ marketing and advertising executives—invite you to share in a friendship that spans 40 plus years. Drawing on their combined corporate and entrepreneurial experience, the conversation ranges from the professional to the personal, and everything in between. Entertaining banter, unique voices, and smart content. We’re all business. Except when we’re not.

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60 recent
August 15, 202650 min

What Word is the Key to Great Success?

Shop Talk examines a study that finds this one trait can lead to great success in your professional life. Also, a Wisconsin brewery is advertising 50% off beer when Mitch McConnell dies and a fart clears the screening of Spiderman. Miss Cleo, of the Psychic Readers Network, is our Business Birthday. We’re all business. Except when we’re not. Apple Podcasts: apple.co/1WwDBrC Spotify: spoti.fi/2pC19B1 iHeart Radio: bit.ly/4aza5LW Tunein: bit.ly/1SE3NMb YouTube Music: bit.ly/43T8Y81 Pandora: pdora.co/2pEfctj YouTube: bit.ly/1spAF5a Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

August 11, 202622 min

Big Brother May Be at the Door of Your Local Gay Bar

Tim and John look back at the rage machine that went into action against Cracker Barrel’s recent rebrand, the importance of documenting personal stories, and an innovative New Jersey law that reduced waste in takeout orders. They also discuss the evolving landscape of privacy and security in LGBTQ+ spaces. Apple Podcasts: apple.co/1WwDBrC Spotify: spoti.fi/2pC19B1 iHeart Radio: bit.ly/4aza5LW Tunein: bit.ly/1SE3NMb YouTube Music: bit.ly/43T8Y81 Pandora: pdora.co/2pEfctj YouTube: bit.ly/1spAF5a Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

August 8, 202657 min

The Cover Letter is Dead

Tim and John look at the death of the cover letter in the age of AI, a bizarre space project that wants to put a cross on the moon, a food bank that won't accept food as part of their anti-LGBTQ policy, and the influence of Epstein in global power structures. They also share personal stories and insights on job hunting. Reid Hoffman, co-founder of LinkedIn, is our Business Birthday. We’re all business. Except when we’re not. Apple Podcasts: apple.co/1WwDBrC Spotify: spoti.fi/2pC19B1 iHeart Radio: bit.ly/4aza5LW Tunein: bit.ly/1SE3NMb YouTube Music: bit.ly/43T8Y81 Pandora: pdora.co/2pEfctj YouTube: bit.ly/1spAF5a Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

August 4, 202623 min

TFG Unbuttoned: Lifting Weights with Men Only, and Jesus

In this episode, Tim and John discuss the increase in people testing positive for marijuana in the workplace and trying to hide it. Also, men-only Christian gyms are starting to pop-up around the US to help “godly” men not be tempted by women. Finally, a food truck in Indiana tests free speech with their double entendre slogan. Apple Podcasts: apple.co/1WwDBrC Spotify: spoti.fi/2pC19B1 iHeart Radio: bit.ly/4aza5LW Tunein: bit.ly/1SE3NMb YouTube Music: bit.ly/43T8Y81 Pandora: pdora.co/2pEfctj YouTube: bit.ly/1spAF5a Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

August 1, 202643 min

Message in a Bottle

Shop Talk this week looks at retirement and the next 20 years. When should you travel, the importance of staying active, and having purpose. Caught My Eye covers an influencer that exposes a NYC bakery for allegedly selling fifty cent Costco pastries for $12. Also, a family puts their mother’s ashes in a bottle with a note that asks that you cork the bottle and put it back in the ocean as Mom is “traveling the world.” Ginni Rometty, the first female CEO of IBM, is our Business Birthday. We’re all business. Except when we’re not. Apple Podcasts: apple.co/1WwDBrC Spotify: spoti.fi/2pC19B1 iHeart Radio: bit.ly/4aza5LW Tunein: bit.ly/1SE3NMb YouTube Music: bit.ly/43T8Y81 Pandora: pdora.co/2pEfctj YouTube: bit.ly/1spAF5a Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 28, 202621 min

TFG Unbuttoned: Way to Go Ohio

In this episode, Tim and John discuss an anti-LGBTQ billboard campaign in Ohio from a Seattle hate group. Also, Grindr continues to grow despite complaints about limited free use and cost for premium services. Finally, Larry the cat welcomes his 7th Prime Minister to 10 Downing Street. Apple Podcasts: apple.co/1WwDBrC Spotify: spoti.fi/2pC19B1 iHeart Radio: bit.ly/4aza5LW Tunein: bit.ly/1SE3NMb YouTube Music: bit.ly/43T8Y81 Pandora: pdora.co/2pEfctj YouTube: bit.ly/1spAF5a Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 18, 202649 min

Your Dream Job Awaits

Shop Talk this week looks at a study by the real estate platform Redfin, which concludes that retirees should not rely on their homes to be a safety net unless they do the required maintenance and updating. Caught My Eye looks at a story that John discovered was clickbait about a cat and jury duty. Also, Jeopardy is looking to add one new clue writer to staff for the first time in 10 years. First, you must pass the online contestant test to apply. Charles Rudolph Boysen, the inventor of the Boysenberry, is our Business Birthday. We’re all business. Except when we’re not. Apple Podcasts: apple.co/1WwDBrC Spotify: spoti.fi/2pC19B1 iHeart Radio: bit.ly/4aza5LW Tunein: bit.ly/1SE3NMb YouTube Music: bit.ly/43T8Y81 Pandora: pdora.co/2pEfctj YouTube: bit.ly/1spAF5a Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 14, 202623 min

TFG Unbuttoned: Turkey’s Unusual NATO Summit Parting Gift

In this episode of TFG Unbuttoned, Tim and John discuss the personalized handgun that Turkish President Erdogan gifted to NATO leaders last week. Also, an all LGBTQ+ racing team in Australia and the retirement of Ann Northrop from GAYUSA TV is noted. Apple Podcasts: apple.co/1WwDBrC Spotify: spoti.fi/2pC19B1 iHeart Radio: bit.ly/4aza5LW Tunein: bit.ly/1SE3NMb YouTube Music: bit.ly/43T8Y81 Pandora: pdora.co/2pEfctj Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 11, 202649 min

Paper Don’t Break

Shop Talk this week looks at a study that makes a scientific claim for reading on paper, not screens, for better comprehension. Caught My Eye looks at the origin of fuzzy dice and a free jockstrap and harness giveaway by the streamer Tubi. Ferdinand von Zeppelin, the inventor of viable dirigibles, is our Business Birthday. We’re all business. Except when we’re not. Apple Podcasts: apple.co/1WwDBrC Spotify: spoti.fi/2pC19B1 iHeart Radio: bit.ly/4aza5LW Tunein: bit.ly/1SE3NMb YouTube Music: bit.ly/43T8Y81 Pandora: pdora.co/2pEfctj YouTube: bit.ly/1spAF5a Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 7, 202621 min

TFG Unbuttoned: Patti LuPone Cries Fowl on Turkey

John and Tim dissect recent news stories, including the controversy over Turkey blocking an LGBTQ Atlantis cruise, the shift to paperless airline boarding passes, and the dangers of sketchy gas station pills. They also share humorous anecdotes and critique current political and social issues, providing insights, and entertainment. Apple Podcasts: apple.co/1WwDBrC Spotify: spoti.fi/2pC19B1 iHeart Radio: bit.ly/4aza5LW Tunein: bit.ly/1SE3NMb YouTube Music: bit.ly/43T8Y81 Pandora: pdora.co/2pEfctj YouTube: bit.ly/1spAF5a Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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