The Wag Pod

Welcome to The Wag Pod hosted by Richmond Griner. Our mission is to bring on awesome people who work in and/or have passion projects relating to the pet industry, and provide a medium to share their stories.

The Wag Pod is a business podcast hosted by Wag Works, with 49 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.

Wag Works hosts The Wag Pod, a business show with 49 episodes published.

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  Episode 49: Murphy the Bat Dog (feat. Jeff Allen)

  Jul 22, 202637 min

  Richmond Griner of Wag Works chats with Jeff Allen, founder of Cornerstone K9, in Part One of this two-part series, exploring the story of Murphy, the official Bat Dog for the Winston-Salem Dash. Jeff shares how his lifelong passion for dogs and experience in Protection Sports Association (PSA) training helped shape Murphy into one of the most recognizable Bat Dogs in Minor League Baseball. The conversation follows Murphy's path from the world of competitive working dogs to the baseball field, including his time with the Sanford Spinners before earning his opportunity with the Dash. Jeff also discusses what goes into training a dog for a live stadium environment, the bond he and Murphy have built over the years, and the moments that helped Murphy become a fan favorite with baseball fans across North Carolina. Whether you're a baseball fan, a dog lover, or simply curious about the incredible things dogs are capable of, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at the remarkable story of Murphy the Bat Dog, the training behind his success, and the dedication it takes to perform one of the most unique roles in Minor League Baseball.

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  Episode 48: Crappily Drawn Pets (feat. Alan Wieder)

  Mar 30, 202638 minS0

  <p>Richmond Griner of Wag Works chats with Alan Wieder in Part Two of this series, exploring the evolution of Crappily Drawn Pets and how a simple idea turned into a growing, highly personal art business.</p><p>Building on the shift explored in Part One, Alan shares how offering to poorly draw pets on Instagram quickly revealed real demand. What started as a lighthearted concept turned into something much bigger, as pet owners connected with the humor, personality, and individuality behind each piece. He walks through how the idea took shape and began gaining traction.</p><p>The conversation...

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  Episode 47: Alan Wieder Bad Drawer (feat. Alan Wieder)

  Feb 23, 202640 minS0

  <p>Richmond Griner of Wag Works chats with Alan Wieder about a career that spans cable news, reality television, and an unexpected turn toward art.</p><p>After studying comparative literature with plans of entering academia, Alan moved into mass media, working in a fast-paced cable news newsroom during major late-’90s events. He later relocated to Los Angeles and built a long career producing nonfiction and entertainment television, including reality series, dating shows, game shows, and documentaries. For years, the industry was booming.</p><p>Then the landscape shifted. Networks slowed. Streaming platforms changed the economics. Fewer shows were be...

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  Episode 46: Royal Dog Chains (feat. Sam Khera)

  Feb 11, 202637 minS0

  <p>Richmond Griner of Wag Works chats with Sam Khera, founder of Royal Dog Chains, about building a brand that blends durability, personality, and true “royalty” for dogs of every size. Sam shares how the idea was inspired by his beloved soul dog, Rajah, whose presence and demeanor felt larger than life. Rajah, meaning “King,” carried himself with a kind of elegance that left a lasting mark, and that legacy became the foundation for everything Royal Dog Chains stands for.</p><p>In this episode, Sam walks through his entrepreneurial journey and how the brand began taking shape during the COVID er...

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  Episode 46: Royal Dog Chains (feat. Sam Kheri)

  Feb 11, 202637 minS0

  <p>Richmond Griner of Wag Works chats with Sam Kheri, founder of Royal Dog Chains, about building a brand that blends durability, personality, and true “royalty” for dogs of every size. Sam shares how the idea was inspired by his beloved soul dog, Rajah, whose presence and demeanor felt larger than life. Rajah, meaning “King,” carried himself with a kind of elegance that left a lasting mark, and that legacy became the foundation for everything Royal Dog Chains stands for.</p><p>In this episode, Sam walks through his entrepreneurial journey and how the brand began taking shape during the COVID er...

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