Episodes
Wealth, Mindset, and Legacy: Jay Bass on Building a Life That Outlast…
What does it really take to build long-lasting wealth, become financially free, and lead a fulfilling life? On this episode of Common Cents The Podcast , Garrett Reed sits down with Jay Bass , Vice President of Finance at Ris...
What 40 Years in Media & Marketing Taught Me - The Bill Pasha Story
On this episode of Common Cents The Podcast , host Garrett Reed sits down with Bill Pasha , a media and marketing legend with over 40 years of experience leading companies, building brands, and shaping stories. From the golde...
How Connor Scribner Built a Plumbing Powerhouse Through Grit, Growth …
In this high-impact episode of Common Cents The Podcast , host Garrett Reed sits down with Connor Scribner , Co-Founder and President of Trinity Valley Plumbing , to uncover how a former competitor turned close ally used 15+ ...
From Real Estate to NASA: How Rene Salinas Built a Career on Grit, Gr…
In this inspiring episode of Common Cents The Podcast , Garrett Reed sits down with Rene Salinas , a dynamic leader whose journey from earning his real estate license at 18 to becoming a senior program manager working with NA...
Behind the Bar: Bill Escanlar’s 35 Years of Service, Stories, and Sel…
In this heartwarming and eye-opening episode of Common Cents The Podcast , Garrett Reed sits down with Bill Escanlar , a true Dallas icon with over 35 years of service industry experience . From the bustling bars of Dallas to...
From Cold Calls to Cash Flow: Jon Sansone’s Sales Warrior Secrets & L…
In this power-packed episode of Common Cents The Podcast , Garrett Reed sits down with Jon Sansone , the legendary cold-call warrior with over 34 years in sales , bestselling author of Sales Warrior , and a true testament to ...
Dead on Arrival, Alive with Purpose: Jason Nemes on Discipline, Growt…
On this powerhouse episode of Common Cents The Podcast , Garrett Reed sits down with Jason Nemes , the electrifying entrepreneur, bestselling author of The Code of Behavior , TEDx speaker, and founder of Summit Roofing & Cons...
From the Gridiron to the Game Plan: John Brandes on Leadership, Loyal…
In this powerful episode of Common Cents The Podcast , Garrett Reed sits down with Super Bowl Champion and NFL veteran John Brandes , who now serves as VP of Customer Engagement for Maintenance Supply Solutions . From lining ...
From Chillers to Champions: Nathan Melnick on Building a Business Tha…
On this episode of Common Cents The Podcast , Garrett Reed sits down with Nathan Melnick , founder of HVAC Rental and the man behind one of the most impressive relationship-driven growth stories in the HVAC rental industry. F...
Relationships Win Deals: James Giddens on 31 Years of Trust, Growth, …
In this power-packed episode of Common Cents The Podcast , Garrett Reed sits down with James Giddens , a 31-year veteran of Sherwin Williams and a true pillar in the multifamily construction industry. From his Texas roots to ...
From Barbells to Battling Cancer: Naz Thomas on Fitness, Fatherhood &…
In this deeply inspiring episode of Common Cents The Podcast , Garrett Reed sits down with Naz Thomas , a Life Time Fitness personal trainer, former competitive bodybuilder, and stage 4 cancer warrior, for a raw and powerful ...
Leading Through Chaos: Brenda Neckvatal on Fixing Toxic Teams, Crisis…
In this milestone 100th episode of Common Cents The Podcast , Garrett Reed sits down with powerhouse leader and three-time bestselling author Brenda Neckvatal —a woman known for helping the strongest leaders deal with the mes...
From Farm Life to Fix-It King: Jimmy McClung’s Journey in Multifamily…
In this inspiring and down-to-earth episode of Common Cents The Podcast , host Garrett Reed sits down with Jimmy McClung , the Maintenance Support Supervisor at Luma Residential , a CAMT-certified instructor, and 2024’s Fort ...
Scoop, Build, Repeat: Lane Bauer on Business, Ice Cream & Redemption
In this powerful and heartfelt episode of Common Cents The Podcast , Garrett Reed sits down with Lane Bauer , owner of L.A. Bauer, LLC Real Estate & Renovation and co-founder (with his wife) of The Local Creamery . From high-...
The Hustle Never Stops: Will Harris on Marketing, Growth & Giving Back
Will Harris is back for round two on Common Cents The Podcast ! Garrett Reed sits down with the founder of Hustle Marketing & Design and The Hustle Foundation to talk about entrepreneurship, marketing strategies, community im...
From Kitchens to Canvases: Chef Kenny Bowers on Business, Art, & Givi…
On this episode of Common Cents The Podcast , Garrett Reed sits down with Chef Kenny Bowers, a 35-year restaurant industry veteran, entrepreneur, artist, and philanthropist. Kenny shares invaluable insights into the restauran...
Success, Discipline, & Building Your Brand with Garrett & Biz on Comm…
On this episode of Common Cents The Podcast , Garrett Reed sits down with Biz for an insightful conversation on mastering success, managing business relationships, and staying disciplined in personal and professional growth. ...
Garrett & Biz on Common Cents The Podcast - Building a Podcast, A Com…
In this episode of Common Cents The Podcast , Garrett Reed sits down with Biz for an insightful discussion on the art of podcasting, audience building, and the importance of fostering genuine connections. They break down what...
Mindset, Real Estate, & Life Balance: Anthony Yeung’s Path to Financi…
In this powerful episode of Common Cents The Podcast , Garrett Reed sits down with Anthony Yeung, a seasoned real estate investor, former tech professional, and chair of the Apartment Association of Greater Dallas' Independen...
Mastering the Game: Golf, Grit, & Growth with Nick Scheib of Pure Swi…
In this engaging episode of Common Cents The Podcast , Garrett Reed sits down with Nick Scheib, a former PGA Tour professional, caddy, and accomplished golf coach at Pure Swing Golf ( PSG ). Nick dives deep into the art of ma...
Extreme Ownership and Building Authentic Connections with Josh Straus…
In this inspiring episode of Common Cents The Podcast , Garrett Reed sits down with Josh Straussberger to explore the principles of Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin, and how they have shaped his approach to l...
Bougie Business: Focus, Authenticity, and Growth with Jason Bourgeois
In this dynamic episode of Common Cents The Podcast , Garrett Reed sits down with Jason Bourgeois to uncover his inspiring journey from military service to business coaching and entrepreneurial success. Jason shares his secre...
Whiskey, Wellness, & Wisdom: Alex Shaw’s Guide to Balance & Fitness
In his third appearance on Common Cents The Podcast , Alex Shaw, fitness expert and President of the Plano Whiskey Society, shares a wealth of insights on health, fitness, and the ever-evolving bourbon industry. Garrett Reed ...
Blueprint for Success: Estimating, Growth, and Life Lessons with Aust…
In this episode of Common Cents The Podcast, Garrett Reed sits down with Austin Berry to explore his journey from El Paso to becoming a skilled estimator in the construction industry. Austin shares the challenges and triumphs...