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In this episode of Inner Edison Podcast, Ed Parcaut sits down with Mike Deaton for a conversation about layoffs, entrepreneurship, land investing, and reinventing life after corporate America. Mike shares how he spent more than two decades in big tech operations and supply chain before getting laid off, then deciding not to jump back into another W-2 job. Instead, he and his wife stepped into the world of vacant land investing, buying property below market value and reselling it through cash sales and owner financing. The conversation covers the mindset shift from employee to entrepreneur, learning to tolerate risk, direct mail marketing, choosing the right land markets, understanding county dynamics, and why failure feels different once you are building something of your own. This is a practical episode for anyone interested in real estate, side income, entrepreneurship, or creating more control over their future. *Contact Ed Parcaut:** - 🌍 Website: [edparcaut.com](http://edparcaut.com) - 📱 Twitter: [@edparcaut](https://twitter.com) #InnerEdisonPodcast #EdParcaut #MikeDeaton #LandInvesting #LandFlipping #RealEstateEntrepreneurship #OwnerFinancing #PassiveIncome #EntrepreneurialMindset #CorporateLayoff #VacantLand #RealEstatePodcast #FlippingDirt #BusinessFreedom #RiskAndReward

In this episode of Inner Edison Podcast, Ed Parcaut sits down with Kira Shishkin, founder of Informed Now, for a conversation about entrepreneurship, media trust, and the challenge of building a better way to consume news. Kira shares how her life experience across Ukraine, Israel, and the United States shaped her perspective on information conflict and why she became convinced that bad information is not just annoying, but dangerous. She explains how that conviction led her to build Informed Now, a platform focused on news minimalism, cleaner sourcing, and helping people understand major events without the usual manipulation, overload, and partisan distortion. The conversation explores primary-source reporting, human review, AI-assisted filtering, the economics of modern media, and why so many people no longer trust the news they consume. It is also a conversation about founder conviction: seeing a broken system, deciding not to accept it, and building something different. *Contact Ed Parcaut:** - 🌍 Website: [edparcaut.com](http://edparcaut.com) - 📱 Twitter: [@edparcaut](https://twitter.com) #InnerEdisonPodcast #EdParcaut #KiraShishkin #informed.now #NewsMinimalism #MediaStartup #Entrepreneurship #MediaTrust #InformationOverload #UnbiasedNews #FutureOfNews #StartupFounder #AIAndNews #PrimarySources #Innovation

In this episode of Inner Edison Podcast, Ed Parcaut sits down with Mike Jesowshek for a practical conversation about small business taxes, proactive planning, and the financial mistakes that keep entrepreneurs stuck. Mike explains why most business owners think about taxes too late, why tax prep is not the same as tax planning, and how better bookkeeping, better structure, and better strategy can legally reduce what a business owner owes. He also shares how his own path started in online marketing and finance before evolving into bookkeeping, accounting, and ultimately a stronger focus on tax planning for entrepreneurs. The conversation covers LLCs versus S corporations, the role of bookkeepers, CPAs, and fractional CFOs, the difference between filing returns and building strategy, and why too many business owners rely on reactive advice instead of planning ahead. This is a strong episode for entrepreneurs who want more clarity, more control, and fewer tax surprises. *Contact Ed Parcaut:** - 🌍 Website: [edparcaut.com](http://edparcaut.com) - 📱 Twitter: [@edparcaut](https://twitter.com) #InnerEdisonPodcast #EdParcaut #MikeJesowshek #TaxElm #SmallBusinessTaxPlanning #TaxStrategy #EntrepreneurTaxes #BusinessTaxSavings #CPAForEntrepreneurs #TaxPlanning #LLCvSCorp #Bookkeeping #BusinessGrowth #FractionalCFO #SmallBusinessFinance

In this episode of Inner Edison Podcast, Ed Parcaut sits down with Randy Gage for a powerful conversation about failure, prosperity, mindset, and reinvention. Randy shares the hard truth of his early life, including poverty, addiction, arrest, and the painful wake-up calls that forced him to change direction. From there, he walks through the long process of rebuilding himself through daily self-development, mindset work, entrepreneurship, and eventually speaking, writing, and teaching prosperity principles around the world. The conversation also explores Randy's framework for prosperity, which goes far beyond money. He breaks down the four quadrants of prosperity: resources, health and wellness, spiritual harmony, and significance. Ed and Randy also discuss self-sabotage, social media addiction, algorithm-driven culture, and why protecting your focus may be one of the most important success habits today. This is an honest episode about hitting bottom, doing the work, rewiring your thinking, and building a life that becomes bigger than survival. *Contact Ed Parcaut:** - 🌍 Website: [edparcaut.com](http://edparcaut.com) - 📱 Twitter: [@edparcaut](https://twitter.com) #InnerEdisonPodcast #EdParcaut #RandyGage #ProsperityMindset #PersonalDevelopment #SuccessMindset #SelfSabotage #WealthBuilding #PersonalGrowth #EntrepreneurMindset #PovertyConsciousness #PowerProsperityPodcast #MindsetShift #SuccessThroughFailure #Significance

In this episode of Inner Edison Podcast, Ed Parcaut sits down with John DeDakis for a wide-ranging conversation about journalism, media, fiction writing, personal loss, and reinvention. John shares stories from a 45-year journalism career that included covering the White House and spending 25 years at CNN, including his final years on The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer. He talks about what changed in modern media, why trust matters, and how his desire for a creative outlet led him into fiction. That path was anything but easy. John explains that it took years, dozens of agent queries, and many major revisions before his first novel was finally published. The conversation also turns deeply personal. John reflects on grief, including the loss of his sister and son, and how those experiences found their way into his novels, his teaching, and his work helping others write. This is an honest episode about persistence, second acts, creativity, and using storytelling as a way to make sense of life. *Contact Ed Parcaut:** - 🌍 Website: [edparcaut.com](http://edparcaut.com) - 📱 Twitter: [@edparcaut](https://twitter.com) #InnerEdisonPodcast #EdParcaut #JohnDeDakis #WritingCoach #AuthorJourney #CreativeReinvention #Journalism #Storytelling #FictionWriting #PublishingJourney #GriefAndWriting #WolfBlitzer #CNN #Novelist #WritingAsHealing

In this episode of Inner Edison Podcast, Ed Parcaut sits down with Evan Poling, founder of BizRetire, for a conversation about entrepreneurship, startup friction, and what it really takes to build a marketplace business. Evan shares the story behind BizRetire, a platform designed to connect business buyers and sellers more directly and reduce the bottlenecks of the traditional broker-driven process. The discussion explores why so many businesses never sell, why founders often fail to think about exit strategy early enough, and how a seemingly simple business idea becomes much harder when you are serving two different sides of a marketplace at once. This episode is also about founder reality: slow builds, website delays, marketing confusion, pricing lessons, outsourcing mistakes, and learning how to focus on the problem you actually solve. If you enjoy honest conversations about entrepreneurship and building something from scratch, this one delivers. *Contact Ed Parcaut:** - 🌍 Website: [edparcaut.com](http://edparcaut.com) - 📱 Twitter: [@edparcaut](https://twitter.com) #InnerEdisonPodcast #EdParcaut #EvanPoling #BizRetire #Entrepreneurship #StartupStory #BusinessAcquisitions #BuyingABusiness #SellingABusiness #FounderJourney #MarketplaceStartup #ExitStrategy #SmallBusiness #StartupLessons #BusinessGrowth

In this episode of Inner Edison Podcast, Ed Parcaut sits down with Aubrey Amatelli, founder of PayRio (https://www.payrio.co), for a conversation about entrepreneurship, payment processing, and building a business in highly regulated markets. Aubrey shares how her path moved from Silicon Valley startups into more than a decade at JPMorgan, and eventually into founding PayRio (https://www.payrio.co) to support cannabis, alternative medicine, and other difficult-to-serve industries. She talks about spotting a real gap in the market, taking the risk to build something on her own, and learning how to grow by niching down instead of trying to serve everyone. The conversation also explores startup leadership, being the only woman in the C-suite at a previous company, building with purpose, preparing for regulatory change, and how founders have to adapt when the market shifts under them. #InnerEdisonPodcast #EdParcaut #AubreyAmatelli #PayRio #FintechStartup #CannabisPayments #PaymentProcessing #FemaleFounder #StartupLeadership #Entrepreneurship #RegulatedIndustries #MerchantServices #Fintech #FounderJourney #Innovation

In this episode of Inner Edison Podcast, Ed Parcaut sits down with Chad Link and Rob Brower to talk about the idea behind Swivel and why they believe the real estate industry is overdue for disruption. Chad brings nearly two decades of real estate experience, including brokerage ownership, agent training, and thousands of transactions. Rob brings a background in digital media, technology, and business ownership. Together, they break down the flaws they see in the current real estate ecosystem, especially the way third-party platforms profit from leads and referral fees while agents, buyers, and sellers carry the cost. This conversation covers entrepreneurship, industry frustration, startup vision, consumer value, and what it takes to build a platform designed to return more money and control to the people actually in the transaction. If you like conversations about disruption, innovation, and building solutions from real-world experience, this episode is for you. *Contact Ed Parcaut:** - 🌍 Website: [edparcaut.com](http://edparcaut.com) - 📱 Twitter: [@edparcaut](https://twitter.com) #InnerEdison #EdParcaut #ChadLink #RobBrower #Swivel #Swyvvl #RealEstateStartup #PropTech #EntrepreneurPodcast #StartupStory #BusinessInnovation #RealEstateInnovation #FounderJourney #HousingIndustry #DisruptiveInnovation

Join Ed Parcaut as he sits down with Téa Phillips, inventor and founder of MetaFlex Glove, for an inspiring discussion on creativity, resilience, and the realities of building a mission-driven startup. In this episode, Téa Phillips shares her journey from growing up in a family of tinkerers and makers to developing a Class 1 medical device designed to help people with hand pain and mobility challenges. Together, Ed Parcaut and Téa Phillips dive into: The early inspirations from her inventor father and entrepreneurial grandparents Real-world challenges of launching an innovative medical product How MetaFlex Glove addresses issues like arthritis, carpal tunnel, and sports injuries The ups and downs of entrepreneurship: manufacturing hurdles, FDA regulations, hiring lessons, and fundraising Why building something meaningful is worth every struggle Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or interested in the power of purposeful invention, this episode offers practical insights and a dose of motivation. Learn more about MetaFlex Glove at metaflexglove.com and connect with Téa on LinkedIn or Instagram. *Contact Ed Parcaut:** - 🌍 Website: [edparcaut.com](http://edparcaut.com) - 📱 Twitter: [@edparcaut](https://twitter.com) #Entrepreneurship #MedicalDevices #Startups #Innovation #GripStrength #MetaFlexGlove #HandHealth #Wellness #ArthritisRelief #FounderStory #PodcastInterview #BusinessJourney #StrengthTraining #AthleteRecovery #SmallBusiness #WomenInSTEM #Invention #HealthcareInnovation #Resilience #Persistence

Join Ed Parcaut, host of the Inner Edison Podcast, for a dynamic conversation with Catrina Mitchum and Vincent Weberink as they explore the world of online course creation, learning design, and the evolving landscape of adult education. In this episode, Catrina Mitchum shares her journey from higher education to building her own business focused on helping entrepreneurs and educators create effective, engaging online courses. Discover why so many online courses fall short, how to avoid common pitfalls, and what it really takes to guide learners from point A to point B. Key topics discussed include: The importance of understanding your ideal learner and their needs How to collect meaningful feedback to improve your courses Striking the right balance between video, audio, and interactive content Leveraging instructional design without overwhelming your audience The role of community and implementation in adult learning The pros and cons of using AI for course creation Whether you're launching your first course, refining an existing program, or passionate about effective online learning, this conversation is packed with valuable insights and practical advice. Connect with Catrina Mitchum on LinkedIn (the only Katrina with a C Mitchum!) and check out her YouTube channel, Course Creator Playbook, for more tips on creating impactful learning experiences. Tune in for an honest, candid discussion about what truly works in online education and how you can help your learners succeed. *Contact Ed Parcaut:** - 🌍 Website: [edparcaut.com](http://edparcaut.com) - 📱 Twitter: [@edparcaut](https://twitter.com) #InnerEdison #Podcast #CatrinaMitchum #CourseCreation #OnlineCourses #InstructionalDesign #EdParcaut #Education #Learning #Entrepreneurship #AIinEducation #Veterans #Teaching #CourseDesign #Podcasting #CourseCreator #BusinessGrowth #EdTech #MarketResearch #CommunityBuilding

Join hosts Seth and Ed Parcaut as they sit down with serial entrepreneur Vincent Weberink, whose journey spans 14 startups across Europe and the cutting edge of tech, AI, and filmmaking tools. Discover the lessons learned from decades of entrepreneurship, how to avoid common pitfalls, and why controlling technology is crucial for creators today. Vincent shares insights from his new book, explains how AI is reshaping industries, and offers actionable advice for founders aiming for success in an era of rapid technological change. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, innovator, or just curious about the intersection of business and tech, this episode delivers strategies, stories, and next-level ideas for the modern creator. #AI #Entrepreneurship #StartupLife #TechInnovation #Filmmaking #BookLaunch #SelfPublishing #Productivity #RemoteWork #PodcastInterview #Innovation #Automation #CreativeProcess #Leadership #VentureStories *Contact Ed Parcaut:** - 🌍 Website: [edparcaut.com](http://edparcaut.com) - 📱 Twitter: [@edparcaut](https://twitter.com)

Ed Parcaut's Inner Edison Podcast brings you insider stories from entrepreneurs, innovators, and thought leaders who turn obstacles into opportunities. In this episode, Seth sits down with Gerry Hays, seasoned venture capitalist and founder, to explore the rapidly evolving world of AI app development, venture capital trends, and startup strategy. Discover how advances in AI "no-code" tools are revolutionizing the way entrepreneurs build and launch software, making it possible to bring big ideas to life faster and more affordably than ever before. Seth and Gerry share firsthand experiences, practical advice on protecting your intellectual property, and fresh perspectives on innovative pricing models in a changing SaaS landscape. Whether you're an app creator, an investor eyeing the next big thing, or just curious about the future of tech startups, this episode covers: The rise of AI-driven app development (like Lovable and Replit) Challenges and tips for distribution and going to market Building communities as your first customers Adapting to rapid innovation and what it means for coders and founders Navigating intellectual property, patents, and trademarks New business and funding models, including venture staking and tokenization Tune in for actionable insights, inspiring stories, and a candid look at what it takes to succeed in today's startup ecosystem. Connect with the show, try innovative tools, and get ahead of the next wave in entrepreneurship with Inner Edison! *Contact Ed Parcaut:** - 🌍 Website: [edparcaut.com](http://edparcaut.com) - 📱 Twitter: [@edparcaut](https://twitter.com) #VibeCoding #AIApps #AppDevelopment #SaaS #Entrepreneurship #VentureCapital #TechInnovation #StartupLife #NoCode #CryptoPayments #AppPricing #GoToMarket #Podcasting #CommunityBuilding #Tokenization #DigitalTransformation

Join host Ed Parcaut for a candid conversation with entrepreneur and former Marine, Dave Wolcott, as they explore how our greatest accomplishments often spring from our greatest defeats. In this inspiring episode, Dave shares his transition from military service to the world of entrepreneurship and investing, revealing how losing more than half his wealth in the dot-com crash prompted a relentless quest to build lasting, holistic wealth. Listeners will discover: The importance of resilience and learning from setbacks in career and life How defining a clear vision and personal strategy creates lasting success The six forms of capital essential to holistic wealth, beyond just finances Practical tips for leveraging AI, investing smartly, and building wealth like ultra-successful families Common mistakes people make on their financial journeys—and how to avoid them This episode isn't just about money; it's about understanding purpose, values, and the relationships that sustain long-term growth. Whether you're a veteran, business owner, or anyone striving for greater impact, you'll walk away with actionable ideas for creating your best year yet. Get your free copy of "The Holistic Wealth Strategy" at holisticwealthstrategy.com and take the next step in your journey toward true wealth—financial and beyond. *Contact Ed Parcaut:** - 🌍 Website: [edparcaut.com](http://edparcaut.com) - 📱 Twitter: [@edparcaut](https://twitter.com) #InnerEdisonPodcast #EdParcaut #DaveWolcott #HolisticWealthStrategy #WealthBuilding #FinancialFreedom #InvestInYourself #AIinBusiness #RealEstateInvesting #AlternativeInvestments #PersonalGrowth #VeteransTransition #MindsetMatters #LegacyPlanning #TaxStrategies #Entrepreneurship #2026Vision #PodcastInterview #SmartInvesting #FamilyOffice

Join Seth as he welcomes Tony Bradshaw—a digital innovator, entrepreneur, and first-generation millionaire—on this episode of the Ed Parcaut podcast. Tony shares his transformative journey from working alongside Dave Ramsey to launching his own educational brands and coaching program. Delving into the evolution of radio, podcasting, and the impact of technology like AI on content creation, Tony and Seth explore what it takes to build lasting wealth, personal growth, and generational legacy. Listeners will discover: Behind-the-scenes stories of scaling Ramsey's company in the digital age The power of persistence in podcasting, and how most creators quit before episode 21 Practical advice on content creation, building a personal brand, and why video matters in today's media landscape Tony's coaching strategies for helping individuals and families achieve lasting financial transformation Insights on family legacy, education systems, and fostering ambition in the next generation Perfect for anyone interested in entrepreneurship, wealth-building, digital media, and real-life lessons that drive personal and financial growth. Find Tony Bradshaw's resources, podcasts, and coaching at tonybradshaw.com. Tune in for inspiration, actionable strategies, and candid conversations that help you transform your life and business—only on the Ed Parcaut podcast. *Contact Ed Parcaut:** - 🌍 Website: [edparcaut.com](http://edparcaut.com) - 📱 Twitter: [@edparcaut](https://twitter.com) #EdParcautPodcast #InnerEdison #TonyBradshaw #DaveRamsey #MillionaireChoice #GetMoneySmart #PurposeOfWealth #PodcastingTips #RadioVsPodcast #ContentCreation #LegacyBuilding #FinancialEducation #Coaching #Entrepreneurship #WealthMindset #MoneyMatters #AIEditing #MediaEmpire #RealEstateJerky #HigherPeakCoaching #FamilyLegacy

Join host Seth as he sits down with RaterHQ, also known as Darin Roberge, President of Motor Works Companies, for an energetic conversation blending passion, entrepreneurship, and the evolution of automotive culture. In this episode, you'll hear Darin's journey from a youth immersed in a car- and motorcycle-loving family to touring the country in hardcore punk bands, and ultimately landing in the collector automotive world. Discover how a chance meeting propelled Darin from the music scene into the boardrooms of major auction houses, and how those experiences laid the groundwork for founding Motor Works. Darin and Seth dig deep into: The parallels between promoting music and marketing classic cars Navigating industry challenges, from market downturns to the impact of rising interest rates How Motor Works has grown into a multi-faceted brand serving marketing, nonprofit fundraising, and creating community through events like Arizona Car Week The role of AI and technology in transforming creative and business processes Honest takes on industry trends, the importance of authenticity, and why car shows remain a vital tradition Whether you're a car enthusiast, entrepreneur, or just love stories of reinvention, this episode offers inspiration, insight, and plenty of personality. Plus, get the inside scoop on the upcoming Arizona Car Week—a can't-miss event for auto fans of all kinds. Tune in for authentic stories, real industry talk, and practical advice on carving your own lane—whatever your passion. *Contact Ed Parcaut:** - 🌍 Website: [edparcaut.com](http://edparcaut.com) - 📱 Twitter: [@edparcaut](https://twitter.com) #InnerEdison #EdParcaut #DarinRoberge #ArizonaCarWeek #MotorWorks #ClassicCars #CarAuctions #CollectorCars #CarEvents #PodcastInterview #MusicToMarketing #PunkRockJourney #CarCulture #NonprofitWork #AutomotiveIndustry #AIInBusiness #MarketingAgency #ArizonaEvents #CarShow #BusinessJourney