Adding Comments to Episodes
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New Podcast Episodes
I Wish I Knew Sooner: Dentists’ Biggest Financial Regrets
November 13, 2025
Are you a dentist or practice owner who’s said, “I’ll figure it out,” or, “I can’t lower my overhead”? In this candid episode, the hosts dive into the most common—and costly—phrases dentists use that hold them back from financial freedom and practice success. We discuss how a spouse’s perspective can be the key to overcoming...
716. The Competence Equation: Turning Failure into Growth
November 13, 2025
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shares a simple but powerful formula for building true competence: Failure + reflection + another rep. He explains why mistakes aren’t setbacks—they’re essential steps toward mastery. From educational theory to everyday leadership, this mindset shift helps you see challenges as opportunities to grow. Tune in to learn how to reflect, adjust, and...
“I Committed Fraud – Learn from My Mistakes” – PDP248
November 13, 2025
What if one bad decision completely changed the course of your career? In this exclusive, members-only episode, Jaz sits down with a fellow dentist from our community who shares his raw, honest story about a moment of misjudgment — committing fraud — and the painful lessons that followed. This isn’t about blame. It’s about insight,...
Finding balance, the hybrid approach to insurance participation
November 13, 2025
In this episode of the Less Insurance Dependence Podcast, host Lester De Alwis talks with Dr. Tarun Agarwal about how dentists can take a smarter path with insurance through the hybrid model. Instead of dropping all plans or staying stuck in every PPO, Dr. Agarwal explains how to keep the practice in-network while giving lead...
Episode 17 – FROM DENTAL STUDENT TO MULTI-LOCATION PRACTICE OWNER
November 13, 2025
Send us a review. SUMMARY: In this episode, host Karen Wood interviews Dr. Austin Westover, a VDA member, multi-location practice owner, and President-elect of the Shenandoah Valley Dental Association. Dr. Westover shares his inspiring journey from being intrigued by dentistry through his father’s early exposure to becoming a multi-location practice owner. He details his experiences...
513 Do You Still Love Taking Perio-Focused CEs? with Sarah Thiel
November 12, 2025
Episode Summary In this episode, Andrew Johnston welcomes long-time friend and hygiene industry leader Sarah Thiel back to the show. As one of Andrew’s final episodes, the two reflect on their years of friendship, the evolution of dental industry networking, and the incredible journey and impact of CE Zoom—Sarah’s unique platform for tracking and managing...
Your Website Isn’t a Marketing Tool. It’s a Mirror (E.310)
November 12, 2025
What your website reflects determines how much patients trust you before they ever step through your doors. Regan Robertson sits down with Phoenix Dental Agency’s Kenny Davenport and Sara Hansen to uncover the uncomfortable truth about online presence, conversion, and what patients really see when they find you online before they ever meet you in...
EP 162 #1 Cost Optimization Expert: Use My Tips to Cut Dental Costs by 28%
November 12, 2025
More management and insurance knowledge in my newsletter: https://www.odysseymgmt.com/newsletter Your practice might look efficient, but what if unnoticed expenses are quietly draining thousands from your bottom line each year? My friend Adam Smith talked with me about the hidden costs that most dental offices overlook and how small changes can make a big difference. Everyday...
2378: Own the Narrative: Make Your Practice a Community Pillar
November 12, 2025
On today’s episode, we drop into a breakout session from the Dental Success Summit 2025 featuring Dr. Cody Boals and Dr. Beau Sparkman. In this high-energy talk, Cody and Beau unpack how storytelling, intentional culture, and community-driven marketing can help you build a truly magnetic dental practice. They explore real-world strategies for creating patient loyalty,...
#219 “AI Search” in Dental: Some Things You Should Know!
November 12, 2025
🚀Schedule your call to lock in your marketing credit: https://bit.ly/48twj4o🚀Grow Your Practice with Cherry Payment Plans: https://withcherry.com/partnerships/smc In this episode, host Gary Bird breaks down the truth about AI search in dentistry, and what it means for your marketing strategy. With tools like ChatGPT, Atlas, and Google’s new AI features, search results are changing fast,...