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'Build Boldly' dives deep into the experiences of entrepreneurs and operators alike with Pat Rodgers

08/14/2026

One good conversation can become much more than one podcast episode.

In this behind-the-scenes episode of Build Boldly, Palmer of Tree Pod Co. joins Rodgers to talk about how businesses can turn long-form conversations into a full content engine.

A single episode can support social media clips, YouTube videos, website blogs, newsletters, guest assets, sales resources, and SEO. That means your content is not just filling a calendar… it is helping people discover your business, understand your value, and trust you before they ever reach out.

Anthony and Pat also talk about how Build Boldly has evolved from customer stories into a broader resource for entrepreneurs and operators who are trying to grow smarter.

🎧 Full episode available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.

08/11/2026

You do not have to be the biggest podcast in the world to make content that matters.

In this episode of Build Boldly, Pat Rodgers sits down with Anthony Michael Palmer, CEO and founder of Production Company & Podcast Studio, the production team behind Build Boldly, for a behind-the-scenes conversation about why every business has a story worth telling.

Anthony shares why niche content can be incredibly powerful when it is rooted in real experience, real people, and real value. For small business owners, founders, and operators, the goal is not to copy the biggest shows in the world. It is to find your lane, speak to your audience, and create something that helps people feel seen and supported.

This episode is all about using content to build trust, share stories, and create connection.

08/04/2026

There is more than one way to scale a franchise business.

Some operators go deep in one brand and one market. Others expand across complementary brands that serve the same customer base.

In this episode of Build Boldly, Anna Dey joins Pat Rodgers to explain the difference between depth and width when it comes to franchise expansion—and why the smartest strategy depends on your market, your leadership team, your capital, and the customers you already serve.

For home service businesses and local operators, this conversation is especially relevant. Anna shares how complementary brands can create new revenue opportunities without forcing owners to constantly chase net-new customers.

If you’re thinking about expansion, this episode will help you think more strategically about growth.

🎧 Full episode available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.

07/30/2026

The franchise world can be overwhelming.

There are thousands of brands, endless online listings, different investment levels, different support models, and plenty of noise.

That’s why working with the right guide matters.

In this episode of Build Boldly, Pat Rodgers talks with Anna Dey, founder of Franspot, about how franchise consultants help entrepreneurs evaluate opportunities based on their goals, financial picture, risk tolerance, leadership capacity, and long-term vision.

Anna explains why the right franchise fit is not just about the brand name. It is about the model, the market, the support system, and whether the opportunity actually matches the owner’s life and business goals.

If you’ve ever searched for franchise opportunities and felt instantly overwhelmed, this conversation is a great place to start.

🎙️ Anna Dey on Build Boldly with Pat Rodgers 🎧 Streaming now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.

07/28/2026

Franchising is not just a way to buy a business.

It can be a strategy for scaling with more structure, support, and clarity.

In this episode of Build Boldly, Pat Rodgers sits down with Anna Dey, franchise consultant, multi-brand operator, and founder of Franspot, to talk about how entrepreneurs can use franchising to grow smarter.

Anna breaks down what business owners should understand about franchisors, franchisees, startup costs, support systems, and the operational playbooks that can help owners avoid building everything from scratch.

For entrepreneurs who want to scale but feel overwhelmed by the risk, complexity, and guesswork of doing it alone, this conversation offers a practical look at how franchising can create a more supported path forward.

🎙️ Guest: Anna Dey, Founder of Franspot 🎧 Listen to Build Boldly with Pat Rodgers on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.

07/16/2026

Not every ads partner is the right partner.

In this episode of Build Boldly, Nicole Eldridge, founder of Nicole Eldridge Media, joins Pat Rodgers to talk about what small business owners should know before hiring someone to manage Facebook and Instagram ads.

Nicole shares why business owners should ask to see examples of recent ad creative, understand whether a partner can help beyond simply placing ads, and look for someone who understands the full customer journey, from targeting and creative to retargeting, tracking, and follow-up.

This conversation is especially helpful for entrepreneurs and operators who know they need more visibility, but do not want to waste money on campaigns that are disconnected from real leads and sales.

Nicole also offers Build Boldly listeners a free Meta ads mini-course with the code BOLDLY.

🎙️ Listen now to Build Boldly with Pat Rodgers.

07/14/2026

Most buyers are not ready to buy the first time they see your business.

That is exactly why Meta ads can be so powerful when they are done well.

In this episode of Build Boldly, Pat Rodgers sits down with Nicole Eldridge, Meta ads strategist and founder of Nicole Eldridge Media, to talk about how small businesses can use Facebook and Instagram ads to build visibility, stay top of mind, and turn attention into real leads over time.

Nicole breaks down why Meta is still one of the most important ad platforms for small and local businesses, how to create content that feels native to the feed, and why the best ads often look less like traditional ads and more like helpful, relevant content.

If you have ever felt confused by Facebook ads, frustrated by poor results, or unsure whether Meta is worth the spend, this episode is a practical place to start.

🎙️ Guest: Nicole Eldridge, Founder of Nicole Eldridge Media  🎧 Listen to Build Boldly with Pat Rodgers on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.

07/09/2026

Your marketing may be getting people to the door…

But your brand is what determines whether they trust you enough to walk through it.

In this episode of Build Boldly, Pat Rodgers sits down with graphic and digital designer Riley Best to unpack the difference between branding and marketing, and why that difference matters for growing businesses.

They talk about the digital touchpoints that shape customer trust before someone ever reaches out: your website, social media, Google Business profile, reviews, visuals, messaging, email signatures, and more.

If your business is strong in real life but feels inconsistent online, this conversation is a practical place to start.

🎙️ Guest: Riley Best
🎧 Listen to Build Boldly with Pat Rodgers on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.

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