The Culture Matters Podcast

"When wireless is perfectly applied, the whole Earth will be converted into a human brain, which in fact it is. All things being particles of a real and rhythmic whole. We shall be able to communicate with one another instantly, irrespective of distance." - Nikola TeslaOn today's episode of The Culture Matters Podcast, our very own Jay Doran is giving a little bit of insight into what makes this podcast tick and why we do it.  Jay is discussing the relationships he garners with his guests, why he chooses the people he does to come on, and what the overall goal and purpose of this show is.  If you've ever wanted to know a little more about The Culture Matters Podcast, then there is no person better to tell you about it then Jay Doran The Culture Man.

"The beautiful thing about learning is that nobody can take it away from you." - B.B. KingFounder of BBD Solutions and very good friend to the show and to Jay Tom Bove is back on the program after far too long of an absence and we're thrilled he is back!  Tom and Jay are discussing taking control of your own future and not letting someone else dictate what that is going to look like, being flexible in your outcomes because you never know what is coming down the road, and doing things because they're right or good without expecting anything in return.  Tom is a man of many talents and many experiences and we're glad he's back to share some of them with our listeners on The Culture Matters Podcast.

"The sense of urgency necessary to succeed in entrepreneurship is that of a fireman; 'Run into that burning building, dammit! People are dying!'"The founder of Duffin Media and Duffin Coaching John Duffin is back with us today on the show and we are talking about all things entrepreneurs.  Jay and John unpack the intimate nature of starting your own business and being responsible for the people who follow you on that journey, the work ethic needed to be successful in your endeavor, and how self-awareness can be both a blessing and a curse.  There is no doubt that John and Jay have a back and forth that is unrivaled when he is on the show, so sit back, relax, and enjoy another stellar conversation with John Duffin.

Today on The Culture Matters Podcast is part six of our ongoing series where our very own Jay Doran discusses his book, Thirty Days of Thought, and breaks down each chapter as he goes through the book and completes it himself.  It should come as no surprise that The Culture Man is discussing culture and how one's own culture, the culture of self, can influence and create culture around them.  This chapter encourages you to examine yourself and the culture you consider your own, so prepare for some self-reflection on this episode of The Culture Matters Podcast.

"Rather than love, than money, than fame; give me truth." - Henry David ThoreauMarvin Joles is the owner of Wis-Coat Asphalt Maintenance and the creator of the "Blacktop Banter" podcast and is back with us today to begin a conversation about a book.  That book is entitled Walden written by Henry David Thoreau and today's conversation is a deep dive into these pages.  Marvin and Jay break down quotes, analyze the meaning behind some of the more intellectually challenging sections, and why you should never want to be the coffee can.  If you're looking for some high-minded conversation then you have come to the right place and we hope you enjoy this discussion with Marvin Joles.

"Recognize that if it's humanly possible, you can do it too." - Marcus AureliusBusiness broker, mergers and acquisitions specialist, and good friend of the Culture Matters family Steven Sigman is back on the show after far too long an absence and we hope you're ready for a master class because that is what you are about to get.  Steven and Jay dig into what it means to make transactions that exceed your average, everyday numbers, making sure that employees are treated with respect and understanding, and why a mutual respect between a buyer and a seller is so important.  Today's discussion is next level in terms of information and explaining the complexities of high-financed transactions, so settle in and get ready to learn a lot with Steven Sigman.

"A Guardian stays committed to the customer while balancing what is most important: God, family, life, and work. Nimble."Robert Frehafer is the founder and owner of Guardian Roofing & Siding and he's back today to finish up our series on the values of Guardian and today's letter is "N".  The "N" in Guardian stands for nimble and that is exactly what we're chatting about on this episode!  Jay and Robert discuss Robert's approach to encouraging his sales team to think more broadly about the values of the company, the balancing act it takes to keeping God, family, life, and work in good order, and committing to those four pillars of the Guardian values.  If you've listened to this entire series then you no doubt have gotten so much from Robert and the values his company holds dearest.  This episode is sure to be no different and we hope you've enjoyed all of these conversations with Robert Frehafer.

"A wise man will make more opportunities than he finds." - Sir Francis BaconMichael Ferraro is a luxury real estate professional within the Compass team based in Connecticut, the host of the "Leaders of Lifestyle" podcast, and a good friend to the show and we're ecstatic to have him back on the show today!  Michael and Jay are diving into the power of repetition and doing the less exciting stuff well to set yourself up for the future, the in's and out's of podcasting, and the risks and rewards that come along with being an entrepreneur.  Michael is an excellent person to learn from, so we hope you listen carefully to this episode of The Culture Matters Podcast.

Today on The Culture Matters Podcast is part five of our ongoing series where our very own Jay Doran discusses his book, Thirty Days of Thought, chapter by chapter.  In this section, Jay is discussing his thoughts on the laws of man and what that means in the world of business and beyond.  Pride, forgiveness, anger, and compassion are all discussed today along with a whole lot more.  As with all of these episodes, we hope you are encouraged to think deeper and to expand your way of thinking on a daily basis.

"My best friend is a person who will give me a book I have not read." - Abraham LincolnWe are dipping back into the New Year's Eve 2023 marathon session today with a quick visit from our dear friend and the founder of EPM Eddy Perez.  Jay and Eddy dive into where the strengths were in 2023, starting with changing things in yourself before trying to change the world, and the strength it takes to be an entrepreneur.  Whether its a two-hour conversation or 12-minutes like it is today, we're always excited to take the time to chat with Eddy Perez.