Pro Series with Eric Dillman

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Karaoke Bar to 10K Fan Show with Tim Hurley | EP 235 Mar 08, 2026

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In this episode of Pro Series, I sit down with country artist and morning radio host Tim Hurley. Tim shares the wild story of how his music career began after being discovered singing karaoke at a beach bar in Playa del Rey and how his very first live performance was opening for country legend John Michael Montgomery in front of 10,000 fans.

We talk about his journey balancing life as a touring country artist and the morning host at Go Country 105, the hustle of building a music career, and what it’s like sharing the stage with artists like Morgan Wallen, Kane Brown, and Russell Dickerson. Tim also opens up about songwriting, performing at major festivals across the country, and how radio has shaped his perspective on the music industry.

It’s a great conversation about chasing opportunity, staying persistent, and building a career in country music from the ground up.

How Do You Live Like That?! | OFF TOPIC 142 Mar 05, 2026

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Why are we all watching those rug washing videos like it’s a full time job?

You know the ones. The rugs are absolutely caked in mud. Brown water. Layers of mystery grime. And I just need to know… what were the owners doing in their homes for it to get that bad? If your rug looks like it survived a natural disaster, respectfully… do not invite me over. Keep that chaos to yourself.

In this episode, we spiral into the oddly satisfying world of filthy rug restorations, question people’s cleaning standards, and somehow end up talking about phone settings, location tracking, and how our devices basically know more about us than our friends do.

Also… remember when the biggest app on your phone was Paper Toss? When life was simple, storage wasn’t full, and your biggest stress was making that crumpled paper shot into a digital trash can?

This one is chaotic, nostalgic, and very real. You’ve been warned.

The Franchise Strategy with Jon Ostenson | EP. 234 Feb 27, 2026

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In Episode 234, Jon Ostenson, Founder and CEO of FranBridge Consulting and a 2-time Inc. 5000 leader, breaks down why non-food franchising may be the smartest investment move most entrepreneurs are overlooking.

As a former Inc. 500 Franchise President, multi-brand franchisee, and bestselling author of Non-Food Franchising, Jon shares how to evaluate franchise opportunities, avoid costly mistakes, and think like a top 1% investor.

If you’ve ever considered buying a franchise or building wealth through ownership, this episode is your blueprint.

The Quiet Wealth Transfer with Paul Musson | EP. 233 Feb 20, 2026

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In this episode, Paul Musson, founder of Paddington Capital Management and former lead portfolio manager of the Ivy Funds at Mackenzie Investments, pulls back the curtain on the economic forces that quietly shape everyday life.

With more than 30 years of experience managing billions in assets, Paul explains in clear, straightforward terms how central banks, government policy, and deeply rooted financial structures can unintentionally, yet systematically, shift wealth away from everyday people and toward a powerful few.

In his upcoming book Capital Offence: Why Some Benefit At Your Expense, Paul introduces what he calls the Paulitical Economy™ perspective, a fact-based framework designed to help people understand how money, power, and policy intersect.

This conversation is not about outrage. It is about awareness.

Closet Industry Boom with Eric Marshall | EP. 232 Feb 13, 2026

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In this episode, I sit down with Eric Marshall, MSD, a true pioneer in the closet and storage world. From being one of the early employees at California Closets in the 1980s to helping establish dealer networks for ClosetMaid, Organizers Direct, and Sauder Building Products, Eric has had a front row seat to the evolution of woodworking and storage as we know it.

For more than 20 years, he has owned and operated a custom cabinet and closet business in Scottsdale, Arizona, while also shaping the future of the industry through education and leadership. As Co Founder of The Closet Training Institute, Past President of the Association of Closet and Storage Professionals, and current Global Connect Advisor for the National Kitchen and Bath Association, Eric continues to influence professionals around the world.

This conversation is packed with insight on leadership, longevity, building dealer networks, and what it really takes to stay relevant in a changing industry. If you are in design, cabinetry, closets, or construction, this episode is a masterclass from someone who helped build the blueprint.

Faith-Guided Design with Sarah Trop | EP. 231 Feb 06, 2026

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In this episode, I sit down with award-winning interior designer, HGTV Flea Market Flip champion, and founder of FunCycled, Sarah Funk. We talk about how soulful creativity meets real construction know how, why old homes and upcycled pieces hold more meaning than we think, and how design can actually bring peace into your life. Sarah shares her journey through sustainable, biophilic, and small space design, her experience working in historic homes, and how trauma informed, faith guided design has shaped the way she creates and lives. This conversation is about more than beautiful spaces. It is about purpose, healing, and finding beauty where most people overlook it.

Show Up Before You're Finished | OFF TOPIC EP. 141 Feb 05, 2026

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Posting online is a lot like going to the gym.You don’t have to be a bodybuilder to belong there. You just have to show up.In this episode, I break down why waiting until you feel “ready” is the fastest way to stay invisible. The people tearing others apart online usually aren’t building anything themselves. Meanwhile, the ones willing to show up unfinished are already winning.If you don’t have a lot of time but know your business needs a stronger social presence, this episode is your starting point. We talk about why a podcast creates a domino effect, how one piece of content can fuel everything else, and why consistency beats perfection every time.End with new Country Music releases and all of my Grammy thoughts......Show up. Post messy. Let momentum do the rest.

New Wave of Country Music with Tyler Dial | EP. 230 Jan 30, 2026

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Indie country artist Tyler Dial joins the show for a real conversation about what it takes to build a career outside the Nashville machine. Fresh off the release of his newest song “Little Brother,” Tyler breaks down the story behind the track, the songwriting process that shaped it, and why it’s resonating with fans right now.

We get into the realities of being an independent artist in today’s country music scene, how relationships with major country artists can open doors without selling your soul, and why this new generation of country musicians is rewriting the rules.

If you’re into honest songwriting, the behind-the-scenes grind of indie music, or discovering the next wave of country artists before they blow up, this episode is for you.

Password Burnout | OFF TOPIC EP. 140 Jan 29, 2026

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Serious question. Why does my oven have a lasagna button? Are people out here crushing lasagna at such a high frequency that it earned its own dedicated setting? And more importantly… am I not eating enough lasagna?

Then it hits me. I am officially out of passwords. Mentally. Spiritually. Emotionally. It’s 2026 and we are still typing characters into tiny boxes like it’s 2009. How is this still the system and why has no one saved us yet?

And just when you think life couldn’t get more dangerous, winter rolls around and suddenly we are propping open kitchen cabinets so pipes don’t freeze. All good until you wake up half asleep at 3am, go to the bathroom, and absolutely wreck your chin on an open cabinet door.

This episode is a rapid-fire rant about modern inconveniences, outdated systems, and the oddly specific things no one warned us about. Come for the lasagna button confusion. Stay for the password burnout and mild household injuries.

First Call to Final Install with Juliana Ewer | EP. 229 Jan 23, 2026

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In this episode, we’re diving into what a true turnkey design experience looks like and why client-focused, elevated design is at the core of everything we do at J Squared Home Designs.

From custom residential homes to vacation rental and investment properties, we walk through how our team collaborates with builders, architects, and clients from the earliest blueprints all the way through white-glove installation. This conversation breaks down how thoughtful design planning, custom furnishings, and attention to lifestyle create spaces that feel personal, layered, and timeless.

We also talk about working with different client styles. From hands-on collaborators to those who prefer minimal involvement, and how we tailor the design process to meet each client where they are. We touch on integrating heirlooms and antiques, designing for longevity in investment properties, and why a designer’s input can be critical when selecting a property to renovate.

Whether you’re a homeowner, an investor, or a design professional, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at how intentional design turns a house into a home, and a property into a smart investment.

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