In Episode 30 of the Killer Growth Podcast, Samuel takes the show to the streets — literally.Standing in the middle of Times Square with a cardboard sign that reads, “Business Owner? Be on my podcast!”, Samuel spends 90 minutes interviewing complete strangers about their businesses, their growth challenges, and the realities of entrepreneurship.What follows is part experiment, part psychology lesson, and part crash course in rejection.From tutoring companies and residential remodelers…To freight networking agencies and barbers building clientele…To electricians, wrestling promoters, and even a knife-recycling startup idea in London…This episode captures raw, unfiltered conversations with real business owners navigating growth in real time.You’ll hear:- The most common growth obstacles entrepreneurs face-Why “just start” keeps coming up- The power of word of mouth- How family involvement accelerates growth- The reality of compliance, payroll, and overhead- And what it feels like to get rejected dozens of times in public :)This is entrepreneurship without the studio lighting. No prep. No polish. Just business owners sharing what they’re building — in the middle of one of the busiest intersections in the world.And maybe the biggest lesson?Rejection gets easier the more you lean into it.Learn more at https://killergrowth.com

In Episode 29 of the Killer Growth Podcast, Samuel sits down with Andy Brickley, owner of AJ Services and Lighthouse Drilling, for a deep dive into the realities of the Kansas oil field.
A fifth-generation oilfield operator, Andy shares how he started a pipe testing business straight out of high school, grew it through trial and error, and expanded into roustabout services, production ownership, and eventually drilling rigs. He breaks down how an oil well is drilled, completed, produced, and maintained—along with the hard lessons learned from equipment failures, volatile oil prices, and managing crews in one of the toughest industries in America.
The conversation covers:

• The full lifecycle of an oil well
• Why drilling is “the hardest way to make a buck”
• How global oil prices affect small operators
• The difference between Kansas fields and Texas horizontals
• Why production ownership is his real passion
• And the leadership philosophy behind AJ Services: Faith, Family, Finances

This episode is a masterclass in grit, long-term thinking, and building something durable in a boom-and-bust industry.
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In Episode 28 of the Killer Growth Podcast, Samuel sits down with Kristin Bogner of Learning Lab Wichita to explore one of the most important and debated topics in America today: how we educate our kids.
Kristin shares her journey from earning a journalism degree to teaching high school for 12 years, launching a healthy vending startup, and ultimately stepping into nonprofit leadership in the education innovation space. Now part of a first-of-its-kind learning hub in Wichita, Kristin helps support multiple education models—public school partnerships, private schools, homeschool groups, and microschools—all under one roof.
The conversation dives into:

• Why traditional education hasn’t changed in decades
• The rise of homeschool and hybrid models
• The impact of AI and technology on young brains
• Personalized learning vs. one-size-fits-all classrooms
• Public-private partnerships in education
• Why staying “in the room” with different perspectives matters

Kristin also reflects on entrepreneurship, mentorship, and how her late father’s influence shaped her approach to leadership and innovation.
This episode is a thoughtful, balanced look at the future of K–12 education and why innovation, flexibility, and community collaboration may be the key to helping the next generation thrive.
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In Episode 27 of the Killer Growth Podcast, Samuel sits down with Noah Sims for one of the most intense and unconventional conversations we’ve ever recorded.

Noah shares his story from growing up in Georgia to working brutal factory jobs, managing a Cold Stone Creamery, going through culinary school, and eventually becoming a Top 4 finalist on MasterChef. But what happens after reality TV fame is not what anyone expects.

Noah explains how disaster relief work in the Bahamas became the turning point that shaped his life, eventually leading him to Ukraine—where he has spent years helping refugees, feeding civilians, supporting humanitarian operations, and working alongside major organizations in active war zones.

The episode dives into Noah’s firsthand experiences in Ukraine, including food truck missions, drone warfare realities, living under air raid sirens, and his belief that supporting Ukraine is both a moral responsibility and a broken promise the West made decades ago.

This episode contains strong language, raw emotion, and bold opinions—but it also contains something rare: a real look into sacrifice, conviction, and what it means to live a life of purpose when comfort is no longer the goal.

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In Episode 26 of the Killer Growth Podcast, Samuel sits down with Dustin Stanfield, owner of Stanfield Roofing and El Dorado Building Systems, to talk about leadership, commercial construction, and what it really takes to grow a blue-collar company without losing your standards.

Dustin shares his journey from training cutting horses across multiple states to working feedlots, riding pens, and eventually stepping into the family business in 2008. He explains how Stanfield Roofing began as a spray coating company, how the commercial roofing industry has evolved over the last two decades, and why customer service and quality workmanship are what separate long-term companies from low-bid contractors.

The conversation dives into commercial roofing systems like TPO, insulation requirements, the importance of roof maintenance programs, and why most roofing failures happen in the details—not the field membrane. Dustin also shares lessons from taking over ownership from his father in late 2024, the steep learning curve of business operations and legal compliance, and why implementing new software systems is one of the biggest growth levers in front of the company today.

They also discuss the acquisition of El Dorado Building Systems, building massive red iron structures, and how Dustin is thinking about scaling intentionally—growing the business while protecting culture, service, and trust.

This episode is a grounded look at ownership, operational maturity, and building something that lasts in a tough industry.

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In Episode 25 of the Killer Growth Podcast, Samuel sits down with Miguel Johns, founder of Milton AI, for an inspiring deep dive into entrepreneurship, fitness, and building a real software product through years of trial, pivots, and persistence.

Miguel shares how a career-ending college football injury forced him to rethink his future, leading him into health science, entrepreneurship, and eventually the mission of helping prevent chronic disease through scalable technology. He walks through the early days of launching KingFit, pitching at 1 Million Cups, raising capital, and learning painful lessons as a non-technical founder trying to build an AI-driven health platform before the technology was ready.

The conversation then shifts into the creation of Milton AI—an app designed to make nutrition tracking radically easier for everyday people and far more valuable for coaches. Miguel explains how Milton works, why simplicity drives adherence, how generative AI changed the game, and why coaches and trainers are the key to real accountability and long-term results.

They also discuss product development, SaaS strategy, monetization, scaling challenges, and Miguel’s vision for building an intelligence layer that empowers health professionals—not replaces them.

This episode is a masterclass in grit, founder growth, and building a tech product that actually solves a real-world problem.

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In Episode 24 of the Killer Growth Podcast, Samuel sits down with Troy Trussell, founder of Trussell Media and host of the Strategic Motion podcast, for a practical conversation on content creation, video production, and why trust is the real currency in marketing.
Troy shares his journey from graduating with a graphic design degree to unexpectedly stepping into video production when his agency bought cameras and put him in charge. From filming commercials to shooting weddings for over 20 years, Troy explains how his passion for storytelling evolved into a full-time business helping brands communicate clearly and professionally.
The conversation dives into the realities of podcasting and video as a marketing tool: why consistency matters more than perfection, why audio quality is non-negotiable, and how businesses can use podcasts to build a content engine, create networking opportunities, and generate trust at scale. Troy also breaks down what makes testimonial videos powerful, how to keep them authentic, and why AI will reshape content production while still leaving room for real people and real stories.
This episode is packed with insight for business owners, creators, and marketers who want to build a brand that feels human—and earns attention the right way.
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In Episode 23 of the Killer Growth Podcast, Samuel sits down with Syndee Scribner, co-owner of Scribner Property Management, to explore what it takes to build a scalable, trust-based service business in the real estate world.
Syndee shares her path into property management, how Scribner Property Management grew from a small operation into a multi-market firm, and why systems, communication, and people matter more than any single deal. She breaks down the realities of managing owners, tenants, maintenance teams, and expectations—all at the same time.
The conversation covers leadership development, hiring, creating consistency across properties, navigating difficult client situations, and the emotional weight that comes with managing homes that represent people’s biggest investments. Syndee also reflects on partnership dynamics, long-term vision, and what sustainable growth actually looks like in a service-heavy industry.
This episode offers a grounded look at entrepreneurship built on reliability, process, and doing the right thing—especially when it’s hard.

Learn more at https://killergrowth.com