# episode erik (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover episode erik. Page: Feed: --- ## [How to Scale Your Franchise Without Running Out of Capital](https://franchisesecrets.libsyn.com/how-to-scale-your-franchise-without-running-out-of-capital) _2026-08-18 · Franchise Secrets Podcast_ Scaling a franchise can look successful on paper while quietly draining your available cash. In this episode of Franchise Secrets, Erik Van Horn sits down with Sherri Seiber, President of FranFund, to break down what franchise owners need to know about funding growth without running out of capital. They discuss SBA lending, post-closing liquidity, burn rate, FDD Items 7, 19 and 20, and why both… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/franchisesecrets/How_to_Scale_Your_Franchise_Without_Running_Out_of_Capital.mp3?dest-id=1185761) ## [Franchise Investing: First-Time Buyer vs. Experienced Owner](https://franchisesecrets.libsyn.com/franchise-investing-first-time-buyer-vs-experienced-owner) _2026-08-11 · Franchise Secrets Podcast_ Buying your first franchise is very different from buying your second, third, or fourth. First-time franchise buyers often wrestle with fear, FOMO, passion, replacing their W-2 income, and finding the "next big thing." Experienced franchise owners tend to evaluate opportunities differently—looking harder at validation, risk, enterprise value, territory, systems, and long-term scalability. In this… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/franchisesecrets/Franchise_Investing__First-Time_Buyer_vs._Experienced_Owner.mp3?dest-id=1185761) ## [How Successful Franchise Brands Use AI](https://franchisesecrets.libsyn.com/how-successful-franchise-brands-use-ai) _2026-08-04 · Franchise Secrets Podcast_ AI is changing franchising...but not in the way most people think. In this episode of Franchise Secrets, Erik Van Horn sits down with Brooke Budke to discuss how successful franchise brands are using AI to improve franchise development, strengthen candidate relationships, and build more effective marketing strategies. They cover: -How AI is changing the franchise buying process -Why franchise… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/franchisesecrets/How_Successful_Franchise_Brands_Use_AI.mp3?dest-id=1185761) ## [Don't Let AI Pick Your Next Franchise](https://franchisesecrets.libsyn.com/dont-let-ai-pick-your-next-franchise) _2026-07-28 · Franchise Secrets Podcast_ Artificial intelligence is changing the way people research franchises—but should it make the decision for you? In this episode of Franchise Secrets, Erik Van Horn sits down with Amy Layne and Nic Leland to discuss how candidates are using AI tools like ChatGPT and Claude during the franchise discovery process. They break down where AI is incredibly helpful, where it often gets things wrong, and… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/franchisesecrets/Dont_Let_AI_Pick_Your_Next_Franchise.mp3?dest-id=1185761) ## [Your Franchisees Are Trying to Tell You Something...](https://franchisesecrets.libsyn.com/your-franchisees-are-trying-to-tell-you-something) _2026-07-21 · Franchise Secrets Podcast_ Most franchisors think growth comes from selling more franchises. The best franchisors know it comes from listening to the people already in the system. In this episode of Franchise Secrets, Erik Van Horn explores one of the biggest leadership mistakes founders make: seeking to be understood before seeking to understand. From vanity metrics and franchise support to advisory councils and franchisee… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/franchisesecrets/erik_part_2_edited.mp3?dest-id=1185761) ## [Why Successful Business Owners Fail as Franchisors](https://franchisesecrets.libsyn.com/why-successful-business-owners-fail-as-franchisors) _2026-07-14 · Franchise Secrets Podcast_ Why do so many successful entrepreneurs struggle when they become franchisors? Owning a profitable business and building a successful franchise system are two completely different skill sets. In this episode of the Franchise Secrets Podcast, Erik Van Horn explains why business success alone doesn't prepare you to become a great franchisor. You'll learn why your customer changes, why franchisee… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/franchisesecrets/Why_Successful_Business_Owners_Fail_as_Franchisors.mp3?dest-id=1185761) ## [The Home Service Trend Smart Franchise Buyers Can't Ignore](https://franchisesecrets.libsyn.com/the-home-service-trend-smart-franchise-buyers-cant-ignore) _2026-07-07 · Franchise Secrets Podcast_ Most people think choosing a franchise starts with picking the right industry. They're wrong. In this episode, Erik Van Horn sits down with George to discuss what experienced franchise buyers actually look for before investing. From evaluating founders and leadership to understanding Item 19, customer experience, recurring relationships, and long-term growth, this conversation will change the way… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/franchisesecrets/The_Home_Service_Trend_Smart_Franchise_Buyers_Cant_Ignore.mp3?dest-id=1185761) ## [The Business Strategy That Beats Advertising](https://franchisesecrets.libsyn.com/the-business-strategy-that-beats-advertising) _2026-06-30 · Franchise Secrets Podcast_ What happens when you walk away from a stable healthcare career to start selling window blinds? In this episode of Franchise Secrets, George Huizinga shares the unexpected journey that led him from managing nursing homes to building Zinga's, a multi-state home shading company that's now expanding through franchising. Along the way, he reveals how relationships—not advertising—became the foundation… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/franchisesecrets/GEORGE_PODCAST_FINAL_copy_2.mp3?dest-id=1185761) ## [Most Franchise Buyers Are Using AI Wrong](https://franchisesecrets.libsyn.com/most-franchise-buyers-are-using-ai-wrong) _2026-06-23 · Franchise Secrets Podcast_ Most franchise buyers are using AI the wrong way. AI can be a powerful tool for franchise research, FDD breakdowns, Item 19 analysis, Item 20 review, competitive research, and buy-or-pass decision making. But if you're using AI to simply tell you what to do, you're missing the point. In this episode, Eric breaks down how he uses AI to evaluate franchise brands, research financial performance… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/franchisesecrets/Most_Franchise_Buyers_Are_Using_AI_Wrong_1.mp3?dest-id=1185761) ## [Private Equity Is Buying Up Franchises - Here's What They Don't Tell You](https://franchisesecrets.libsyn.com/private-equity-is-buying-up-franchises-heres-what-they-dont-tell-you) _2026-06-16 · Franchise Secrets Podcast_ Two friends. Two franchise brands. Both blindsided by the same private equity playbook. I break down what happened — the right of first refusal trap, the replacement cost game, the "second bite of the apple" pitch — and what every franchisee needs to know BEFORE the buyers come knocking. Timestamps: 0:00 — The ROFR Trap: When Your Franchise Exit Isn't Really Yours 0:30 — Two Friends, Two Franchise… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/franchisesecrets/Private_Equity_Is_Buying_Up_Franchises_-_Heres_What_They_Dont_Tell_You.mp3?dest-id=1185761) ## [Stay updated on your professional world (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/Xzwem8sNItha) _2026-06-16 · **Sponsored**_ Keep in touch with people you know, build your career. ## [Ep 198 - Teaching, Mentorship & Future of Communications: A Convo w/ Sukhi Sahni and Sarab Kochhar](https://soundcloud.com/minorityreportpodcast/ep-198-teaching-mentorship-the) _2026-02-22 · Minority Report Podcast_ Sukhi Sahni and Sarab Kochhar discussed their backgrounds, careers, and values on the Minority Report Podcast. Sukhi, now freelancing and teaching, emphasized the importance of kindness and empathy in leadership. Sarab, working at the Gates Foundation, highlighted the intersection of business strategy, communication, and humanitarian efforts. Both stressed the need for leaders to stay true to… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2271354782-minorityreportpodcast-ep-198-teaching-mentorship-the.mp3) ## [The 3 Idols Christian Men Worship Without Realizing It](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erikecabral/episodes/The-3-Idols-Christian-Men-Worship-Without-Realizing-It-e3ceu01) _2025-12-16 · Erik Cabral · The Erik Cabral Show_ In this powerful episode, Erik Cabral exposes the three idols quietly destroying Christian men from the inside: lust, money, and ego. Drawing from Scripture, personal testimony, and years of spiritual wrestling, Erik unpacks the silent battles men face and the practical steps every believer can take to break free.This is not just another conversation about sin. It’s a call to spiritual warfare,… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/416d448/podcast/play/112735681/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-11-16%2F414514473-44100-2-6f0cb9b5b6d94.mp3) ## [Can You Run a Business Without Breaking Your Faith?](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erikecabral/episodes/Can-You-Run-a-Business-Without-Breaking-Your-Faith-e3cetsd) _2025-12-16 · Erik Cabral · The Erik Cabral Show_ If you're a Christian entrepreneur looking for guidance, this channel explores key aspects of Christian entrepreneurship. Learn practical Christian business principles rooted in biblical principles, and also, how to run a faith-based business that is Christ-centered. Discover biblical principles for success and build a thriving Christian business rooted in kingdom entrepreneurship.📖 Erik’s book:… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/416d448/podcast/play/112735565/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-11-16%2F414514259-44100-2-4de4f1f73ffc.mp3) ## [Ep 197 - Building Change: Jay Sears on Leadership, Legacy, and Team Daya](https://soundcloud.com/minorityreportpodcast/ep-197-building-change-jay-sears-on-leadership-legacy-and-team-daya) _2025-12-01 · Minority Report Podcast_ Jay Sears, founder and CEO of Team Daya, discussed the organization's mission to build primary schools in remote areas, funded by contributions from the ad tech industry. Team Daya operates in five countries: Senegal, Malawi, Nepal, Nicaragua, and Guatemala. Sears emphasized the importance of community involvement, with local communities providing land and labor. The organization has completed 11… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2222013491-minorityreportpodcast-ep-197-building-change-jay-sears-on-leadership-legacy-and-team-daya.mp3) ## [Ep 196 - Rishad Tobaccowala on the Future of Leadership and Meaningful Careers](https://soundcloud.com/minorityreportpodcast/ep-196-rishad-tobaccowala-on-the-future-of-leadership-and-meaningful-careers) _2025-11-04 · Minority Report Podcast_ Rishad Tobaccowala, founder of the Rethinking Work Platform and co-founder of the Athena Project, discussed the future of work, emphasizing the shift towards remote and freelance roles, with over 51% of the workforce expected to be remote by 2028. He highlighted the importance of meaningful, purposeful work, citing research showing its impact on health and happiness. He advocated for a shift… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2206352103-minorityreportpodcast-ep-196-rishad-tobaccowala-on-the-future-of-leadership-and-meaningful-careers.mp3) ## [The Brands That Are Winning Your Loyalty (And Why)](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erikecabral/episodes/The-Brands-That-Are-Winning-Your-Loyalty-And-Why-e39s6ij) _2025-10-23 · Erik Cabral · The Erik Cabral Show_ Business owners! We are selecting a few clients to help grow their brands (especially on YouTube). Please email erik@onairbrands.com to apply!In this episode of The Erik Cabral Show, Erik sits down with Kurt Luidhardt, co-founder of Liberty Spenders, to explore the powerful connection between faith, politics, and branding. Kurt shares his entrepreneurial journey from selling fireworks in… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/416d448/podcast/play/110024723/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-9-21%2F409721355-44100-2-5961d5832058f.mp3) ## [Spider-Man’s Most Famous Quote Isn’t From Marvel!](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erikecabral/episodes/Spider-Mans-Most-Famous-Quote-Isnt-From-Marvel-e39s6h4) _2025-10-22 · Erik Cabral · The Erik Cabral Show_ Did you know that Spider-Man's famous line actually has biblical roots? In this first episode of Phrase Origins, Erik Cabral traces the journey of Spider-Man’s most famous quote "with great power comes great responsibility" from Amazing Fantasy #15 (1962), to Uncle Ben on the silver screen, and ultimately back 2,000 years to the words of Jesus in Luke 12:48: “To whom much is given, much will be… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/416d448/podcast/play/110024676/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-9-21%2F409721199-44100-2-d686ac532681e.mp3) ## [How Faith Helps Us Heal After Tragedy](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erikecabral/episodes/How-Faith-Helps-Us-Heal-After-Tragedy-e39s6et) _2025-10-21 · Erik Cabral · The Erik Cabral Show_ In this heartfelt solo episode of Be Your Brand to Glorify God, Erik Cabral speaks raw truth in the wake of recent tragedies, including the assassination of Charlie Kirk and ongoing attacks impacting Christian communities. Erik shares why these dark moments point to something deeper—a spiritual crisis—and how faith, community, and love are the antidotes.He breaks down the spread of spiritual… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/416d448/podcast/play/110024605/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-9-21%2F409721109-44100-2-3dce5086dac4f.mp3) ## [Breaking Barriers and Building Bridges: Jenna LoMonaco’s Guide to Music, Marketing, and Leadership](https://soundcloud.com/minorityreportpodcast/breaking-barriers-and-building-bridges-jenna-lomonacos-guide-to-music-marketing-and-leadership) _2025-10-13 · Minority Report Podcast_ Jenna LoMonaco, Head of Marketing at ONErpm, discusses her career journey from Brooklyn to New Jersey, her transition from audio engineering to PR, and her role at ONErpm. She highlights the company's unique position as a modern music label offering distribution, artist deals, publishing, and content creation. Jenna emphasizes the importance of transparency, cultural sensitivity, and leveraging… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2189188143-minorityreportpodcast-breaking-barriers-and-building-bridges-jenna-lomonacos-guide-to-music-marketing-and-leadership.mp3) ## [From Burnout to Balance: How VAs Saved Harley Green’s Business](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erikecabral/episodes/From-Burnout-to-Balance-How-VAs-Saved-Harley-Greens-Business-e37nngm) _2025-09-04 · Erik Cabral · The Erik Cabral Show_ In this episode of The Erik Cabral Show , Erik sits down with Harley Green, entrepreneur, worldschooler, and founder of Workergenix, a virtual staffing agency helping business owners unlock freedom with high-level executive assistants. Harley shares how he and his family of five sold it all to live a worldschooling lifestyle across 12+ countries, what it’s really like raising kids on the road, and… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/416d448/podcast/play/107781078/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-8-4%2F406833035-44100-2-c8901a5953a09.mp3) ## [Snapshot Showdown on Google Play (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/3KxhrTb4vaV4) _2025-09-04 · **Sponsored**_ Available on Google Play for Android devices. ## [PRN Addiction Taking Over Your Life? Freedom, chastity, and healing with Jason Evert](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erikecabral/episodes/PRN-Addiction-Taking-Over-Your-Life--Freedom--chastity--and-healing-with-Jason-Evert-e37gbcg) _2025-08-29 · Erik Cabral · The Erik Cabral Show_ Freedom, chastity, and healing with Jason Evert What if chastity is not a restriction but the freedom to love well In this episode of Be Your Brand to Glorify God, Erik sits down with Jason Evert, speaker, author, and founder at Chastity.com, to face the modern prn crisis with courage and clarity. Jason shares how Karol Wojtyla’s "Love and Responsibility" reframes chastity as the freedom to love,… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/416d448/podcast/play/107539280/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-7-29%2F406528742-44100-2-176056724c21d.mp3) ## [Faith, Fatherhood, and the Fight for Freedom: Creating a Business with Eternal ROI with Adam La Barr](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erikecabral/episodes/Faith--Fatherhood--and-the-Fight-for-Freedom-Creating-a-Business-with-Eternal-ROI-with-Adam-La-Barr-e376cv3) _2025-08-22 · Erik Cabral · The Erik Cabral Show_ What happens when a former military bomb dog handler turns his attention to raising a family, building businesses, and keeping faith at the center of it all? In this episode, Erik sits down with Adam La Barr — husband, father of three, entrepreneur, and host of the BizDad Podcast . From chasing bombs in Afghanistan to chasing business deals in America, Adam shares how his faith journey shaped his… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/416d448/podcast/play/107213219/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-7-22%2F406110413-44100-2-29a0c22c30b3a.mp3) ## [Can Modesty Still Be Beautiful? Jessica Rey's take on Fashion, Faith, & Where We Draw the Line.](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erikecabral/episodes/Can-Modesty-Still-Be-Beautiful--Jessica-Reys-take-on-Fashion--Faith---Where-We-Draw-the-Line-e36r6hu) _2025-08-14 · Erik Cabral · The Erik Cabral Show_ 🎙️ Show Description:What happens when a Power Ranger walks away from Hollywood… and finds her real superpower in faith, purpose, and modesty?In this powerful episode, Erik Cabral sits down with actress-turned-entrepreneur Jessica Rey, best known as the White Power Ranger, to unpack her incredible journey — from TV fame and red carpet culture to launching a viral modest swimwear brand rooted in… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/416d448/podcast/play/106846206/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-7-14%2F405637306-44100-2-e4bd5cb4b3c67.mp3) ## [From Pro Baseball to God’s Plan: Why I Walked Away From My 20-Year Dream with Matt Morizio](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erikecabral/episodes/From-Pro-Baseball-to-Gods-Plan-Why-I-Walked-Away-From-My-20-Year-Dream-with-Matt-Morizio-e36hsi7) _2025-08-07 · Erik Cabral · The Erik Cabral Show_ What happens when the dream you chased for 20 years suddenly ends… and God hands you a new mission? In this episode of The Erik Cabral Show, Erik jams with Matt Morizio — former pro baseball player turned entrepreneur, father of seven, and founder of Reconstructing Wealth. They dive deep into his journey from being drafted by the Kansas City Royals to getting released, newly married, and homeless…… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/416d448/podcast/play/106541063/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-7-6%2F405247066-44100-2-2e3ed310ee4c6.mp3) ## [Ep 194 - Snapshots of Resilience: Haleh Shoa's Journey](https://soundcloud.com/minorityreportpodcast/ep-194-snapshots-of-resilience-haleh-shoas-journey) _2025-07-14 · Minority Report Podcast_ In this episode of the Minority Report podcast, host Kerel Cooper sits down with Haleh Shoa, CEO and founder of Picturli, a company dedicated to preserving and organizing family memories. Haleh shares her powerful journey from Iran during the revolution, where her family fled with only a few precious belongings, including family photo albums. This experience deeply influenced her passion for… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2124647415-minorityreportpodcast-ep-194-snapshots-of-resilience-haleh-shoas-journey.mp3) ## [Ep 193 - Design, Resilience, and Good People: Sam Choi's Manual Labor Journey](https://soundcloud.com/minorityreportpodcast/ep-193-design-resilience-and-good-people-sam-chois-manual-labor-journey) _2025-06-22 · Minority Report Podcast_ Samantha Choi, CEO and Chief Creative Officer of manual labor, discussed her journey from Korea to America, her parents' influence, and the inspiration behind her company's name. She emphasized the importance of having "good people" and the company's mission to "do great work with good people." Choi shared her experience with non-traditional family structures and her role as a great aunt and… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2117609163-minorityreportpodcast-ep-193-design-resilience-and-good-people-sam-chois-manual-labor-journey.mp3) ## [Ep 192 - Breaking Barriers of Language, Culture, and Perfectionism with Kenisha Pough](https://soundcloud.com/minorityreportpodcast/breaking-barriers-of-language-culture-and-perfectionism-with-kenisha-pough) _2025-05-26 · Minority Report Podcast_ Kenisha Pough, founder and CEO of Momentum and Co, a marketing and communications agency, discussed her diverse background and career journey. Born in Bermuda, she moved to Ecuador for missionary work and later to England. Her education includes degrees from Bermuda College, Temple University, and DeVry University. Kenisha emphasized the importance of servant leadership and adapting quickly in… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2102363310-minorityreportpodcast-breaking-barriers-of-language-culture-and-perfectionism-with-kenisha-pough.mp3) ## [Ep 191 - From Ad Tech to Entrepreneurship: Building a Purposeful Business with Chris Contreras](https://soundcloud.com/minorityreportpodcast/from-ad-tech-to-entrepreneurship-building-a-purposeful-business-with-chris-contreras) _2025-05-04 · Minority Report Podcast_ Chris Contreras, Managing Director of Funding Supreme, discussed his journey from leaving a tech role to founding Funding Supreme, which surpassed $1 million in revenue in its first year. He highlighted the importance of separating personal and business finances, sharing his experience of securing a $40,000 American Express card for his previous venture. Chris emphasized the need for entrepreneurs… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2089807980-minorityreportpodcast-from-ad-tech-to-entrepreneurship-building-a-purposeful-business-with-chris-contreras.mp3) ## [Ep - 190 Stronger Together: How One Documentary Can Spark a Movement](https://soundcloud.com/minorityreportpodcast/ep-190-stronger-together-how-one-documentary-can-spark-a-movement) _2025-04-21 · Minority Report Podcast_ Chico Bryant and Bill Hampton discussed their collaboration on the documentary "Unpunished," which explores the 2019 murder of Ronald Greene by the Louisiana State Police. The film, produced by Bryant's United Venture Productions, highlights the systemic corruption and cover-up involved. Hampton, who invested in the project, emphasized the need to address police immunity and qualified immunity.… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2082442995-minorityreportpodcast-ep-190-stronger-together-how-one-documentary-can-spark-a-movement.mp3) ## [Ask the crowd: AI or not (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/0PcqRipu2nfW) _2025-04-21 · **Sponsored**_ Get a transparent verdict from verified humans via web, RSS, or API. ## [Ep 189 - Redefining Marketing with Purpose: The Givsly Story with Chad Hickey](https://soundcloud.com/minorityreportpodcast/redefining-marketing-with-purpose-the-givsly-story-with-chad-hickey) _2025-03-29 · Minority Report Podcast_ Chad Hickey, founder and CEO of Givsly, discusses his journey from Arkansas to New York and the inception of Givsly, a company that aligns consumer and brand values through responsible advertising. Givsly has facilitated nearly $3 million in donations and emphasizes values-based marketing, which is crucial as 80% of consumers consider values when purchasing. Hickey highlights initiatives like… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2066913824-minorityreportpodcast-redefining-marketing-with-purpose-the-givsly-story-with-chad-hickey.mp3)