The Biztape

Hosted by Brodrick Lothringer

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Jun 2026

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Welcome to The Biztape, a show where we highlight some of the biggest hits in business. Whether it's discussing the latest market melody or the newest company with a great beat, hosts Brodrick Lothringer and Zach McDonald will cover all the latest business news, and determine if it's a hit or a miss. So, grab your headphones, it's time to rock out to The Biztape.

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June 11, 202632 min

Disability Care as a Business with Amber Crow

Starting a business has a reputation for being glamorous, but for most founders, the early years are spent on a lonely island working 90-hour weeks. But what if there’s a better way to scale?In this episode of The BizTape, Brodrick sits down with Amber Crow, CEO of Midwest Disability Services, to talk about the grinding reality of entrepreneurship and the systems needed to survive it.They dig into:Why everyone sucks at hiring, and how to spot a bad fit earlyThe difference between being a passionate founder and being a good managerHow structure can actually protect your team from burnoutHow to motivate your team to show up every day for the businessWhat it really takes to outsource your weaknesses and build a rockstar teamIf you’re interested in business scaling, leadership development, operations, or turning a deeply personal mission into a thriving organization, this conversation delivers.Amber Crow on LinkedInMidwest Disability ServicesBrodrick Lothringer on LinkedInPodPony WebsiteTo learn more about PodPony and how we help thought leaders tell their stories through content, visit our website by clicking below.>> PodPony.com

May 28, 202648 min

The Spreadsheet Isn’t Dead? Automation and the ROI of Efficiency with Brandon Zobel

Most business owners don’t realize they are paying a hidden tax every single day. It isn't a government fee, though. It’s the hours lost to manual data entry, the friction of switching between disconnected apps, and the “copy-and-paste” method of running a company.In this episode of The Biztape, Brodrick sits down with Brandon Zobel, founder of Prosper Spark, to discuss how to stop the bleed of wasted time. Brandon shares his journey from a terrifying leap into entrepreneurship with a newborn at home to building a team that helps companies across the country connect the tools they already pay for. They cover the shift from simple spreadsheets to sophisticated automation and how a properly built system allows a founder to stop being IT support and get back to being the architect.They explore:Why Brandon quit his stable job without a client to follow a passion for building systems.Understanding the difference between data, automation, and systems and why your business needs all three.How AI is moving past the buzzword phase to handle back-office logistics like accounts payable and client onboarding.A breakdown of how a single signed contract can trigger an entire chain of CRM updates, invoices, and project tasks without human intervention.If you’ve ever felt like your technology is creating more work than it saves, or if you’re wondering how to actually integrate AI into your daily business operations, this is a conversation you want to hear!Brandon Zobel on LinkedInProsperSparkBrodrick Lothringer on LinkedInTo learn more about PodPony and how we help thought leaders tell their stories through content, visit our website by clicking below.>> PodPony.com

May 1, 202621 min

Is Real Estate Passive Income a Myth? with Phil Friedrich

Real estate is often pitched as the ultimate path to early retirement and "easy" passive income. But as any seasoned landlord knows, the gap between a social media highlight reel and a midnight plumbing emergency can be pretty costly.In this episode of The Biztape, Brodrick chats with Phil Friedrich, co-owner of PassGo Real Estate, to pull back the curtain on the true cost of property investing.They discuss the transition from buying your first single-family home to managing multiple units and why "passive" income can require a lot of active effort.They explore:Why your first rental profit can disappear with a single service callHow hidden mold and market shifts can turn a $30,000 profit into a total lossWhat its like to navigate the legal and personal challenges of managing rentalsHow Phil used his existing network to acquire properties with built-in trust and immediate occupancyTwo critical questions to ask before you pivot your career into real estateIf you’ve ever considered buying a rental, flipping a house, or wonder if you have what it takes to survive the real estate grind, this episode is a reality check you can't afford to miss.Phil Friedrich on LinkedInBrodrick Lothringer on LinkedInTo learn more about PodPony and how we help thought leaders tell their stories through content, visit our website by clicking below.>> PodPony.com

April 16, 202623 min

Top Gun, Tom Brady, and the Importance of Sales Enablement with Christa Patton Fisher

You've invested in a sales team. Maybe even hired great talent. But if your deals keep stalling at the same stage or falling apart right before the close, the problem probably isn't your people.In this episode of The Biztape, Brodrick sits down with Christa Patton Fisher, a 20-year veteran in sales enablement and learning & development, to break down what sales enablement actually is and why so many companies confuse it with training.Christa uses the world of Top Gun and professional athletics to reframe how businesses should think about setting their reps up for success. It's not just about teaching someone to fly. It's about making sure the plane is fueled, optimized, and cleared for takeoff.Key Points:The real difference between sales training and sales enablement, and why you need bothWhy deals stall and what most leaders miss when they try to fix itHow one company diagnosed a chronic stage three problem and turned enablement into a strategic growth driverWhy sales ops and enablement are Batman and Robin, and what happens when they operate soloThe questions every business leader should be asking to find out if their enablement is reactive or driving real revenueIf you're building a sales team, scaling a business, or tired of watching deals die for reasons you can't quite explain, this conversation will give you a new lens for diagnosing what's really going wrong and how to fix it.Christa Patton Fisher on LinkedInBrodrick Lothringer on LinkedInTo learn more about PodPony and how we help thought leaders tell their stories through content, visit our website by clicking below.>> PodPony.com

April 2, 202625 min

Why Financial Advisor Branding Fails (And How to Fix It) with Josh Passler

Most firms invest in branding. New logos. New colors. A redesigned website.And yet… visitors still leave confused about what the business actually does.In this episode of The BizTape, Brodrick sits down with Josh Passler, founder of FinArt, to unpack what real brand strategy looks like and why design alone isn’t enough.Josh shares how a side project posting sketches on FinTwit turned into a full creative business serving advisory firms. They also dive into the moment a prospect told him he was “just a logo and color guy,” which forced him to rethink his positioning and completely refine his process.They dig into: • How FinArt grew from Twitter sketches into full brand identity systems • Why most financial firms struggle to clearly explain what they do • The difference between branding, messaging, and visual design • How fast-growing firms lose alignment as they scale • Why the best brand strategy starts with understanding the client — not picking colorsIf you're building a company, scaling a firm, or trying to explain your value in a crowded market, this conversation offers a behind-the-scenes look at what it actually takes to build a brand that resonates.Josh Passler on LinkedInBrodrick Lothringer on LinkedInTo learn more about PodPony and how we help thought leaders tell their stories through content, visit our website by clicking below.>> PodPony.com

March 12, 202629 min

How Net Par Is Reinventing Golf in Downtown Omaha with Casey Brown

Golf has a reputation problem because, for years, it’s been labeled expensive, exclusive, and reserved for retirees in Florida. But what if that’s old news?In this episode of The Biztape, Brodrick sits down with Casey Brown, manager of Net Par’s downtown Omaha location, to talk about the changing face of golf and the business strategy behind it. They dig into:Why golf might not be the hardest sport in the world — but it might be top threeThe difference between playing golf and actually practicingHow technology is accelerating skill developmentWhy Net Par’s downtown location might be its biggest advantageWhat it really takes to grow a niche brand in a competitive marketIf you’re interested in business growth, community building, sports performance, or turning perceived disadvantages into strengths, this conversation delivers.Casey Brown on LinkedInNet Par Golf - OmahaBrodrick Lothringer on LinkedInTo learn more about PodPony and how we help thought leaders tell their stories through content, visit our website by clicking below.>> PodPony.com

February 27, 202632 min

One Bed in Vegas, and a Startup That Almost Didn’t Make It with Pete Brown

Season Two of The Biztape kicks off with Pete Brown, the first guy who jumped into the chaos with Brodrick when PodPony was barely more than a vision, a basement, and a Vegas trip with one hotel bed. We talk about building culture the hard way, hiring the wrong people, almost running out of time, and why most podcasts never make it past ten episodes. So why start a podcast?Here’s the truth: content exploded again. AI is flooding every platform. Everyone’s “starting something.” But if you don’t have the team, the tools, and the time, you’re signing up for frustration.If you’re a founder, creator, or business owner thinking about launching a show, this conversation might save you six hours a week and strained friendships.Season two starts now. Welcome to the barn!Pete Brown on LinkedInBrodrick Lothringer on LinkedInTo learn more about PodPony and how we help thought leaders tell their stories through content, visit our website by clicking below.>> PodPony.com

August 14, 202538 min

Meg Carpenter on Marketing That Actually Works

Meg Carpenter didn’t exactly plan to become one of the most recognized marketers in financial services — unless you count “I’ll take any paid internship” as a plan. Thirteen years later, she’s running a firm that’s shaking up how advisors think about growth, brand, and what “strategy” actually means.In this episode, she touches on:Crafting a marketing strategy that’s more than just busyworkSpeaking in a voice your clients actually want to hearUsing AI without sounding like, well… AIIf you’ve ever wondered why some advisors seem magnetic while others fade into the wallpaper, this is your sign. Meg is proof that real strategy + personality is still the winning combo.Meg Carpenter on LinkedInFicomm PartnersBrodrick Lothringer on LinkedInTo learn more about PodPony and how we help thought leaders tell their stories through content, visit our website by clicking below.>> PodPony.com

March 13, 202552 min

Data-Driven Success in E-Commerce with Jennifer DiMotta

Jennifer DiMotta shares how she went from biochemical specialist in the Army Reserves to scaling online businesses like Sports Authority from $50M to $250M. She breaks down what really drives growth: Smart, efficient operations Happy customersData-driven decisions (not emotions)Plus, how platforms like Shopify opened the doors for everyday entrepreneurs and how Gen Z is changing how we all shop.Connect with us!Jennifer DiMotta on LinkedInUprisorsDiMotta ConsultingBrodrick Lothringer on LinkedInTo learn more about PodPony and how we help thought leaders tell their stories through content, visit our website by clicking below.>> PodPony.com

February 11, 202521 min

From Soil to Startup: How Tech is Shaping Farming with Josh Jeske

On this episode of the Biztape, Josh Jeske, founder of Terraform Tillage, shares how he created a technology that improves soil management and agriculture sustainability. Through his innovative app and understanding of soil compaction, Josh is already hurtling through the startup stages and talks with Brodrick about the successes and growing pains of being a business owner. Key Takeaways:• How Josh developed an app for real-time soil compaction mapping• Balancing tradition with technological innovation in agriculture• Overcoming challenges in entrepreneurial growth• Future aspirations for Terraform Tillage and its impact on the industryConnect with us!Josh Jeske on LinkedInTerraform TillageTerraform Tillage on FacebookBrodrick Lothringer on LinkedInTo learn more about PodPony and how we help thought leaders tell their stories through content, visit our website by clicking below.>> PodPony.com