The Brian Hess Show

Welcome to The Brian Hess Show, a daily podcast for entrepreneurs who are looking to grow their businesses, balance their family life, and make a positive impact on the world. Join host Brian Hess, a successful entrepreneur, husband, and father of four, as he shares his experience and expertise on topics such as entrepreneurship, sales, marketing, leadership, faith, and family.Each weekday at 8 am EST, Brian will share 20-30 minute episodes with practical advice and strategies for building a successful life and business while staying true to your faith and values, and every month he will be featuring interviews with successful entrepreneurs, celebrities, and world changers. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, you'll find valuable insights and inspiration on every episode of The Brian Hess Show.So, if you're looking to grow your business, prioritize your family, and positively impact your community and the world, subscribe to The Brian Hess Show today!

The Brian Hess Show is a business podcast hosted by Brian Hess, with 987 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Brian Hess hosts The Brian Hess Show, a business show with 987 episodes published.

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  Episode #996

  Episode 996 | Mark Richards on Legacy, Financial Planning & Building Real Relationships

  Sep 24, 202639 minS1

  In Episode 996 of The Brian Hess Show, Brian sits down with Mark Richards: longtime friend, business advisor, financial planning professional, and founder of Cool Hollow Solutions. Mark returns to the show for a deeper conversation about the path that shaped who he is today. Mark shares how his career started in math, physics, engineering, and sales before he eventually moved into the financial industry in 2007. From there, he built his career by creating real relationships, earning trust, and learning how to help business owners think beyond the numbers. This conversation dives into sales, trust, business ownership, financial planning, estate planning, legacy, family, impact, and what it really means to help successful people protect what they have built. Brian and Mark also talk about the difference between transactional sales and long-term relationships, why activity creates confidence, how personal hardship shaped Mark's mission, and why legacy is never just about money. Whether you are a business owner, entrepreneur, advisor, leader, or someone thinking about the future of your family and company, this episode is packed with lessons on relationships, preparation, purpose, and impact. Produced by 1TEAM Media.

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  Episode #995

  Episode 995 | John Burley on Real Estate, Cash Flow & Building Generational Wealth

  Sep 4, 202652 minS1

  In Episode 995 of The Brian Hess Show, Brian sits down with John Burley: real estate investor, private equity founder, author, speaker, educator, and returning guest of the show. John shares how he walked away from Wall Street, moved to Phoenix, and built a real estate business rooted in cash flow, discipline, and long-term thinking. John talks about why he believes the real estate education industry has been teaching the wrong lessons for decades, why "no money down" and quick-flip thinking often fail people, and why real estate is really about capital, business fundamentals, and money first. This conversation dives into entrepreneurship, faith, private equity, single-family home portfolios, owner financing, market downturns, risk, interest rates, and the difference between real operators and online influencers. Brian and John also talk about legacy, family, mentorship, building wealth the right way, and why John continues teaching even after decades of success. Whether you are a business owner, investor, entrepreneur, real estate professional, or someone trying to build something that lasts, this episode is packed with lessons on focus, resilience, service, and long-term wealth. Produced by 1TEAM Media.

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  Episode #994

  Episode 994 | Larry Richert on Pittsburgh Radio, Steelers Sundays & a Life of Service

  Aug 8, 202659 minS1

  In Episode 994 of The Brian Hess Show, Brian sits down with Larry Richert: longtime KDKA Radio morning host, Steelers game day voice, narrator of Steelers highlight films, podcast host, husband, father, grandfather, and one of Pittsburgh's most recognizable voices. Larry shares his journey from growing up in Pittsburgh to discovering media in high school, falling in love with radio, and building a career that has connected him to generations of listeners across the city. This conversation dives into Larry's early days in broadcasting, the evolution of radio and media, his decades-long relationship with the Steelers, what it feels like to announce on game day, and the responsibility of being a familiar voice people trust every morning. Brian and Larry also talk about podcasting, The Larry & Big Man Show, family, marriage, grandchildren, charity work, community impact, kindness, and the legacy Larry hopes to leave behind. Whether you love Pittsburgh, radio, Steelers football, family stories, leadership, service, or conversations about using your platform to make a difference, this episode is packed with lessons you can carry into your own life. Produced by 1TEAM Media.

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  Episode #993

  Episode 993 | Mark Madden on Pittsburgh Sports, Radio & Telling the Truth

  Jul 24, 202642 minS1

  In Episode 993 of The Brian Hess Show, Brian sits down with Mark Madden: Pittsburgh sports radio voice, longtime media personality, columnist, former wrestling commentator, Liverpool supporter, and lifelong Penguins fan. Mark shares the story of his career, from covering high school sports and working in wrestling journalism to building one of the most recognizable voices in Pittsburgh sports media. He talks about the turning points that shaped his path, the influence of wrestling on his radio style, and why telling the truth has always been central to what he does. This conversation dives into Pittsburgh sports, the evolution of sports media, Mark's approach to preparation, the difference between being a fan and being honest on the air, his love for Liverpool, and the moments from his career that still stand out. Brian and Mark also discuss criticism, controversy, legacy, longevity, and why Mark believes the media business is more disposable than people realize. Whether you love Pittsburgh sports, sports radio, media, wrestling, soccer, or conversations with people who have built a career by being unapologetically themselves, this episode is packed with insight, honesty, and classic Mark Madden perspective. Produced by 1TEAM Media

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  Episode #992

  Episode 992 | Jay Caufield on Hard Work, Family & Finding Your Role

  Jul 9, 20261h 5mS1

  In Episode 992 of The Brian Hess Show, Brian sits down with Jay Caufield: former Pittsburgh Penguin, two-time Stanley Cup champion, broadcaster, entrepreneur, husband, father, and co-host of The Larry & Big Man Show . Jay shares his journey from growing up outside Philadelphia, playing football at the University of North Dakota, walking onto one of the best college hockey programs in the country, and eventually grinding his way to the NHL. This conversation dives into Jay's path through football, hockey, Pittsburgh, the Penguins' back-to-back Stanley Cup teams, his role as an enforcer, and the lessons he learned from Mario Lemieux, Bob Johnson, Scotty Bowman, Craig Patrick, and the teammates who shaped his career. Brian and Jay also talk about life after hockey, broadcasting, podcasting, business, family, marriage, raising daughters, and why old-school hard work still matters. Whether you love hockey, Pittsburgh sports, leadership, family stories, or conversations about grit, opportunity, and doing your job the right way, this episode is packed with lessons you can carry into your own life. Produced by 1TEAM Media.

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