Rhymes with Odd

Iowa's business and self improvement podcast hosted by Ryan Snaadt. Hear impactful stories of overcoming obstacles to reach success in various parts of life including business, fitness, finances, and more.

Rhymes with Odd is a business podcast hosted by Ryan Snaadt, with 125 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Ryan Snaadt hosts Rhymes with Odd, a business show with 125 episodes published.

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  Episode #123

  Ep. 123: He's Running to Fix Iowa's WATER CRISIS w/ Dr. Chris Jones

  Aug 10, 202639 minS3

  Our guest today is a water scientist, author, and the 2026 Democratic nominee for Iowa Secretary of Agriculture, Dr. Chris Jones. For years as a research engineer at the University of Iowa, Chris used raw data to sound the alarm on agricultural runoff and industrial pollution—even writing the acclaimed book, The Swine Republic where he held few punches toward the current production agriculture model that has contributed to high nitrate levels in our water ways and the state with the highest rate of new cancer cases out of the US. Now, he’s stepped out of the lab and onto the campaign trail to take on multi-national corporate agribusiness, fix Iowa’s water quality crisis, and rethink the future of the family farm.

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  Episode #122

  Ep. 122: 5 Steps to Rewire your Subconscious Mind to Achieve Anything w/ Mensur Pudic

  Aug 3, 20261h 2mS3

  What does it take to go from a war-torn childhood in Bosnia to becoming a high-level corporate leader, author, and global motivational speaker?In this episode of the Rhymes with Odd podcast, host Ryan Snaadt sits down with entrepreneur, mindset coach, and author Mensur Pudic. Mensur shares his raw origin story of escaping execution trucks in Bosnia, arriving in the United States at age 18 without knowing a word of English, and using absolute determination to build a life of profound impact. If you are feeling stuck in your career, struggling with a corporate burnout, or battling a subconscious "victim mindset," this episode is your blueprint to breaking through self-imposed limits. Mensur breaks down the actual science of neuro-linguistic programming (NLP), how to audit your own thoughts like a lawyer, and why your daily habits must tie directly to your core identity.

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  Episode #121

  Ep. 121: The #1 Mindset Shift to Become a Great Leader w/ Dr. Nataliya Stone, PhD

  Jul 27, 20261h 3mS3

  In this episode of the Rhymes with Odd Podcast, host Ryan Snaadt sits down with Dr. Nataliya Stone, Senior VP and Shareholder at Holmes Murphy, for a powerful conversation on resilient leadership, the human capital crisis, and what it truly means to lead with empathy. Born in Ukraine, Nataliya moved to the United States alone at just 16 years old with two suitcases and a fierce determination to achieve the American Dream. Over the last 20 years, she has broken ceilings and built an incredible career in the insurance industry—all while committing to lifelong education, earning an MBA, a PhD, and becoming an adjunct professor. Tune in as we deconstruct her 18-year climb to the top, the power of deep human connection in a disconnected world, and exclusive insights from her upcoming book, When Life Disrupts Work (coming Spring 2027). If you want to know what real, empathetic leadership looks like today, lock in. This episode is for you. 00:06 - Introduction: Meeting Dr. Nataliya Stone 02:17 - Is the American Dream Still Alive? 03:07 - What Does an Employee Benefits Market Leader Do? 04:44 - Growing Up in Ukraine & Lessons from an Independent Mother 10:33 - The 14-Year-Old Exchange Trip That Changed Everything 13:06 - Moving to the U.S. Alone at 16 (and Packing Too Much Contact Lens Solution) 17:48 - The Trajectory of Chasing Fearless Dreams 22:38 - Meeting Mentors & Navigating College Life at DMACC and Drake University 26:56 - The Journey to an MBA, a PhD, and Becoming a Lifelong Learner 32:28 - "You Can't Read the Label From Inside the Bottle" — The Importance of Network 36:43 - Why Job Hopping Wasn't for Me: 20 Years at Holmes Murphy 39:38 - Why True Leaders Must Be Plugged Into Their Community 41:17 - Treating Employees Like Human Capital, Not an Expense Line Item 43:12 - THE LIGHTNING ROUND (Favorite Ukrainian Dishes & Best/Worst Career Advice) 45:12 - The #1 Trait of a Great Leader: Empathy 51:40 - The 3 Non-Negotiable Pillars of Leadership Psychology 54:32 - Transitioning from an Individual Performer to a Team Leader 56:22 - Sneak Peek: Nataliya’s Upcoming Book When Life Disrupts Work (Spring 2027) 58:49 - Doctoral Research: How Leaders Can Support Employees Through Personal Crisis 1:01:34 - How to Connect with Dr. Nataliya Stone 1:02:09 - Outro & How to Support the Show Website: http://www.nataliyastone.com (Sign up for her newsletter and book updates!) LinkedIn: Connect with Nataliya on LinkedIn for coffee or lunch. Episode Timestamps Connect with Dr. Nataliya Stone

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  Episode #120

  Ep.120: How a Learning Disability Became My SUPERPOWER w/ James Drescher

  Jul 20, 20261h 22mS3

  In this episode of the Rhymes with Odd podcast, Ryan Snaadt sits down with James Drescher, the founder of Rooted Films, to discuss the "second act" of creative entrepreneurship. James shares his journey from dominating the Iowa City wedding scene with over 300 weddings to pivoting into high-end sports cinematography and agency work.They dive deep into the importance of storytelling over gear, the "content gap" in local markets, and how to maintain a creative edge while prioritizing family and personal faith. Whether you are a freelance filmmaker or a business owner looking to tell a better story, this conversation offers a masterclass in adapting to an ever-changing industry.Topics CoveredAdapting to Your Market: Why buying a $40,000 camera rig might be a bad business move depending on your geographic location.The Wedding "Grit": How shooting weddings serves as the ultimate training ground for communication and problem-solving.The Pivot to Sports: Applying wedding storytelling to the high-stakes world of Iowa Wrestling and the NCAA Championships.Non-Profit Impact: Using video as a bridge to help organizations like Make-A-Wish raise life-changing funds.Business for Creatives: The "missing classes" in art school—negotiation, client relations, and knowing your worth.Intentional Fatherhood: Balancing the "strive" of entrepreneurship with being a present husband and father.Timestamps00:06 – Introduction: Who is James Drescher?01:35 – Bridging the "content gap" and choosing the right gear for your market.04:06 – Following intuition: When life calls you to a new chapter.07:32 – How a 7th-grade art teacher changed James' academic trajectory.09:28 – The jump into the DSLR era and shooting your first wedding.13:27 – The "missing" business education in creative arts programs.17:03 – Why being a "people person" makes you a better filmmaker.20:10 – Adding video to wedding packages and avoiding burnout.24:46 – Entering the world of Iowa Wrestling and the "Iowa Way" documentary.31:36 – The "Wife Test": Testing if a sports story has universal human appeal.38:46 – The power of storytelling for non-profits and the Make-A-Wish Gala.43:58 – Finding your own voice in an industry full of competitors.51:41 – Lightning Round: Sony vs. Canon, prime vs. zoom, and top coffee spots.1:02:12 – "Your child will follow your actions, not your advice."1:07:45 – The value of quality over quantity in friendships and mentorship.1:19:18 – Advice for 21-year-olds: You don't have to have it all figured out.Thanks for tuning in for this episode of the Rhymes with Odd podcast. Make sure to subscribe to catch future interviews. Follow on TikTok: @rhymeswithoddFollow on Instagram: @rhymeswithodd#RhymeswithOdd #BusinessPodcast

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  Episode #119

  Ep. 119: 'We Started a Business SAVING Windmill Blades from the Landfill' w/ Nick Wylie

  Jul 13, 202659 minS3

  In this episode of the Rhymes with Snaadt podcast, host Ryan Snaadt sits down with Nick Wylie, the COO of J.P. Petticord and co-founder of Renewal Blade. Nick shares his incredible 26-year journey from a 19-year-old mechanic’s helper to leading a 70-person heavy machinery team.We dive deep into his "boots-on-the-ground" leadership style and the innovative ways his team is solving a massive environmental crisis: recycling wind turbine blades. Discover how Nick is turning 150-foot pieces of recycled wind power into lightweight, indestructible concrete barriers and retaining walls right here in the Des Moines metro.Whether you're interested in the trades, sustainable tech, or high-level business operations, Nick’s "easy button" approach to business offers a masterclass in grit and innovation.Episode Timestamps00:06 – Introduction to Nick Wylie & J.P. Petticord02:02 – Leadership Philosophy: Why a COO shouldn’t stay behind a desk04:40 – Nick’s Career Path: From mechanic’s helper to partner09:29 – Learning on the Fly: Estimating and sales at 19 years old12:45 – Implementing the EOS System and the "Easy Button" core value18:04 – Navigating tragedy and business succession planning23:33 – The growth of organic recycling and the compost business26:14 – The Problem: Why wind turbine blades are a landfill nightmare30:33 – The Solution: Engineering a new concrete formula from fiberglass waste34:24 – Creating "Indestructible" Jersey barriers and T-walls38:58 – Lightning Round: Best machinery to operate and expensive mistakes50:33 – Safety Culture: Captive insurance and risk management in the trades56:42 – Advice for young entrepreneurs in the sustainability spaceThanks for tuning in for this episode of the Rhymes with Odd podcast. Make sure to subscribe to catch future interviews. Follow on TikTok: @rhymeswithoddFollow on Instagram: @rhymeswithodd#RhymeswithOdd #BusinessPodcast

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