The Deep Dark Podcast

Step into our latest podcast episode featuring Will, the trailblazing founder of Chisos. Discover how his deep-seated Texas roots and a zeal for innovation have redefined traditional boot-making. Throughout the conversation, Will articulates Chisos’ fervent dedication to exquisite craftsmanship, steadfast ethical practices, and proactive environmental stewardship. This episode is not just informative but a resonant exploration of h...

Join us as we delve into the Deep Dark and share the profound insights of Jeremy Osterberger on the pre-process for positive growth. In this episode, Jeremy shares his belief in the transformative power of influence rooted in servitude, emphasizing the importance of fostering deeper, more meaningful connections. Explore how these principles resonate with the core values of the 'BIC Gospel' and discover actionable steps to...

Ride shotgun on this episode of The Deep Dark, featuring Lamar Romero's wild entrepreneurial ride, from coding apps to hustling Tequila deals. Lamar has held positions everywhere from Uber to Dell, before ramming headfirst into his fear of failure and founding Hire Dragons—a raw display of unwavering grit. Lamar's got no time for fluff; he dishes out real talk on teamwork, straight-up communication, and treating folks rig...

On this episode of the Deep Dark Podcast we tackle all the real issues with Jamie Wood, who is the leader of the Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) unit for TAMU Athletics. Jamie’s background includes a four year stint with the storied Ohio State Buckeyes; where he was recruited as a five-star defensive back.

On the podcast, Jamie discusses his role in shaping the direction of Texas A&M’s NIL department and what that means in...

Step into the shadows with the Deep Dark Podcast! This episode welcomes Nick Utter dexterous freelance cinematographer who's left his mark on projects with the Dallas Cowboys, Mavericks, and other bold national brands. Nick spills the gritty truth on steering a creative business and overcoming hurdles in colossal productions. Join us as we plunge into the art of visual storytelling, uncovering the raw realities. Don't let...

On this episode of the Deep Dark we are joined by Susan Davenport, who is the President and CEO of the Brazos Valley Economic Development Corporation. Susan speaks candidly about her twenty year track record as an industry trailblazer working with local, regional, state governments; as well as tier one research universities to bring jobs to the area. She gives valuable insight on what it means to be an economic innovator working to...

Merry Christmas! This latest episode of the Deep Dark is a special gift from us to you. We had Chris sit down with our owners and hash out the business of making smart marketing decisions. Marketing is hard, bad marketing is expensive, and vanilla marketing will not get you far. Our owners discuss the problem with agencies who niche out, getting thrown off by marketing math, and the significance of nurturing your brand before divin...

Have you ever wondered how to become a Toyota and Lexus off-road specialist in the USA's most populous city? Enter Duc, founder and owner of Duggy's Garage, Houston's premier Toyota and Lexus off-road specialists. Also joining us is our very own founder and fellow Land Cruiser owner, Mark Douglass. Duc educates us on how he started Duggy's Garage, moving the vehicles out of his driveway and into his new workshop...

In this episode, we're exploring what it takes to run a large-scale business. Curtis Hite is the CEO and Chairman of Improving, a software consulting and training company that he founded in 2007. With a focus on conscious capitalism, he has grown the company to over $250 million in revenue with 1,500+ employees and 15 offices, providing software development, technology consulting, and agile training/coaching to clients globall...

Interested in meeting a man whose entrepreneurial pursuits match his severe myopic tendencies? In this podcast, we share the table with David Sley, founder of Hestia Tobacco. David entered the tobacco market in its ossified and totally stagnant state, where a new company could go belly-up before its product ever reached the shelves. When he started selling, he insisted on rethinking everything—ordering packs from around the world a...

On this episode of the Deep Dark, we're joined by Nadav Mer a serial entrepreneur responsible for starting, growing, and selling businesses in the IT and specialty coffee industries. Prior to becoming a professor, Nadav was the founder and owner of Morning Bell Coffee Roasters located in Ames, Iowa. Nadav exited Morning Bell by converting the business from a sole proprietorship, to Iowa's first employee-owned cooperative....

Significant life changes oftentimes bring about a real estate need, and these two are the guys you'll wanna turn to. Listen in as we chat with Austin Wyble and Davis Scott, the dynamic duo behind Nail and Key Real Estate. This partnership navigated beyond the traditional W-2 path, overcame entrepreneurship challenges, and even embraced a spontaneous side hustle. Click that play button to discover how personal strengths and vul...

The world of insurance may sound intimidating, but James Hoffman can resolve all your worries. Head over to The Deep Dark and listen up as we talk with the Vice President of Higginbotham Insurance. James opens up about the art of caring for their remarkable Higginbotham team and nurturing strong client relationships. Take notes as Chris and James discuss learning from the “no’s” and the pivotal lessons that come from the first thre...

If you've ever had an interest in visual storytelling, sink into a chair and listen close as  Andrew Kilzer,  the General Manager of Texas Filmworks, spills his wisdom in this episode of The Deep Dark. This episode explores everything from how Texas Filmworks started and what it is like to run a team in the media industry, to the excitement of a film's creative ideation process, and how you can use your career to set up y...

On this episode of the Deep Dark Podcast, we talk with Chris Salters, a professional Commercial & Brand Film Editor here in Texas, USA! Chris & Chris spent time talking about capturing the heart of the brand through film, telling the brand story, and discussing the world of commercial and brand film overall. Take a seat, and enjoy this episode of the Deep Dark.

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We are honored to have had the opportunity to gain business insight from Phyllis Deitz in this episode of The Deep Dark. Phyllis is a wife, a mother of three, and the CEO of Deitz Consulting. Join us as we explore the intricacies of work-life balance, business growth, and the power of perseverance. Phyllis guides us through what community involvement looks like and the transformative effects of networking on your entrepreneurial jo...

It's that time again. We have another episode of The Deep Dark podcast ready for you! On this episode we sat down with Derek Ratliff, founder and president of Horizon Firearms, to talk about company leadership and understanding your market. We unpack a few killer topics like how CEOs respond in crisis, keeping up with cyclical trends, woolly mammoth hunting, and one very important lesson about pleasing your customers. Listen i...

Company culture goes far beyond putting a foosball table in the break room, and it's Alex Sezer's mission to spread the word to businesses who might not know it. Through his gifting with both written and spoken word, Alex is on a mission to help as many organizations as possible grow in passion, production, and profits. Alex believes in combining the bible with business, management with a mission, profits with purpose, an...