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How This Rural Entrepreneur Turned Her Hobby Into a Thriving National Business by Selling in Amazon’s Store Sep 04, 2025

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Tahmi DeSchepper found herself in a spot many of us have been before — she had a comfortable job in a stable field that suddenly crashed, forcing her to figure out what comes next.

Tahmi took this moment as an opportunity to pursue her lifelong passion for jewelry making and the arts. And her all-in bet on herself paid off. Her jewelry line, called Tahmi, has been sold in over 100 galleries and boutiques, and has thrived since she started selling direct-to-consumers in Amazon’s store in 2019.

More than 60% of sales in Amazon’s store come from independent sellers – most of which are small and medium-sized businesses – just like Tahmi’s jewelry business. Tahmi joined the show to share the many ups and downs of her entrepreneurial journey and to share her best tips for creating an Amazon storefront that connects with customers and generates sales nationwide.

Interested in learning more about how Amazon supports entrepreneurs like Tahmi? Sellers can network with fellow entrepreneurs and hear directly from Amazon executives about the latest innovations designed to support independent sellers—all at Amazon Accelerate, Amazon’s premier seller conference in Seattle from September 16–18.

To learn more about how Amazon is helping independent sellers succeed, visit https://sellingpartners.aboutamazon.com/

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Psychic Medium John Edward Teaches How to Trust Your Intuition Sep 03, 2025

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TV psychic John Edwards has a new book, Chasing Evil, about his work with the FBI to track down a serial killer. But that’s just one part of his story. He’s also the founder of the subscription app Evolve TV Plus and is on a mission to teach people how to take leaps of faith, trust their instincts, and trade security for the unknown. Even with his spirit team on call, his founder journey hasn’t exactly been smooth sailing. Listen for his unfiltered advice for overcoming struggles and finding your greater purpose.

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How Moola Kicks Got in the WNBA Game Aug 31, 2025

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Dan revisits his chat with Natalie White, the powerhouse founder of Moola Kicks, the first high-performance basketball sneaker made just for women. Natalie found success by spotting a hole in the market, ignoring the doubters, and staying locked in on what her customers actually needed.

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How to Make Decisions Under Fire Aug 27, 2025

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Mike Hayes, former commanding officer of SEAL Team Two, joins the show to talk about his new book Mission Driven: The Path to a Life of Purpose. He shares hard-won lessons on overcoming doubt, building strong teams, and why serving our communities is one of the highest callings. Even more inspiring - 100% of the book’s profits go to The 1162 Foundation, which has already paid off 11 Gold Star widows’ mortgages.

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Snack Break: Nikki Sixx Aug 24, 2025

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Dan rewinds to his chat with Nikki Sixx, legendary bassist and songwriter for Mötley Crüe. They dig into how the band was founded, what it feels like to hit that opening chord in front of thousands, and why sticking to your guns (and putting in the work) matters more than chasing record deals. Crank up the volume, roll down the windows, and enjoy this bite-sized blast of inspiration.

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Why Is Everyone Buying Soccer Teams? Aug 20, 2025

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Sam Porter began his career as a sports agent before making the leap to sports team owner. Today, he partners with celebrity investors like Ryan Reynolds, Rob Mac, and Eva Longoria to lead Club Necaxa. He joins the show to talk about his new FX/Hulu series Club Necaxa, his philosophy on building winning teams, and the most emotional moment of ownership he’s experienced so far.

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Snack Break: Actor Patrick Warburton Aug 17, 2025

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You know Patrick Warburton as Putty from Seinfeld, the voice of Joe on Family Guy, or maybe as that very jerky Ken in Bee Movie. In this bite-sized episode, Patrick talks to Dan about what Jerry Seinfeld taught him about leadership, how to survive the highs and lows of a creative career, and why happiness shouldn't wait for success.

Last year, Patrick stepped behind the camera to executive produce Suburban Fury, a documentary about the attempted assassination of President Gerald Ford. And if that wasn’t enough, he’s raised over $26 million for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital through his annual celebrity golf tournament.

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Success Is Running at Your Own Pace (With Beer) Aug 13, 2025

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What does it take to climb Mount Everest or run an ultramarathon? Jesse Itzler and Devon Lévesque know from personal experience. That love of testing their limits led them to co-found Runningman, a three-day health and wellness festival featuring the world’s largest sauna, icy cold plunges, and breakout sessions to help you level up your body and mind. In this episode, they’ll also share how the right mindset and a little entrepreneurial grit can take you further than you ever imagined. Oh, and did we mention the beer?

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Snack Break: Ralph Macchio Aug 10, 2025

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In this snack, Dan revisits his conversation with the one and only Ralph Macchio, star of The Karate Kid, The Outsiders, and My Cousin Vinny, recorded just after the release of his memoir,Waxing On: The Karate Kid and Me. Ralph opens up about handling early success, surviving career dry spells, and why loving the Mets helped him avoid Hollywood burnout. Plus, Dan shares a big announcement about what’s next for the show!

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Kim Perell Found Success by Mastering the Moment Aug 06, 2025

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Kim Perell is a 9-time founder, investor in over 100 startups, and now the author of Mistakes That Made Me a Millionaire. She stopped by the show to share why knowing when to move on is just as important as sticking things out. Kim breaks down the blocking out the haters, the clever trick she uses to quiet imposter syndrome, and the mindset that helped her rise from her kitchen table to leading a $235 million exit.

Want more Kim and more Dan? Check out Level Up August 22 and 23.

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