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New Podcast Episodes
DIGRN Presents: Sunrise Dental Solutions | In-Network, Out-of-Network, or Fee-for-Service? How Dentists Know When It’s Time to Change
January 29, 2026
DescriptionIn this Short episode of the Dentistry in General Radio Network, Dr. Bob speaks with Dr. Tony Feck, founder of Sunrise Dental Solutions, about one of the most pressing business decisions dentists face today: staying in PPO networks or transitioning toward fee-for-service care. The conversation breaks down when PPO participation works, when it quietly erodes...
DIGRN Presents: Sunrise Dental Solutions | Getting Paid for the Dentistry You Do: Why Collection Systems Matter More Than Production
January 29, 2026
DescriptionIn this short episode of the Dentistry in General Radio Network, Dr. Bob sits down with Dr. Tony Feck, founder of Sunrise Dental Solutions, to address a critical but often overlooked issue in dental practices: dentists are producing dentistry but not getting paid for it. The conversation centers on why profitability is not just about...
DIGRN Presents: Sunrise Dental Solutions | Building Profitable & Ethical Practices Through Better Systems
January 29, 2026
Episode TitleCoachability, Accountability, and Growth: How Sunrise Dental Solutions Helps Dentists Build Profitable, Ethical Practices Through Better Systems DescriptionIn this episode of the Dentistry in General Radio Network, Dr. Bob sits down with Dr. Tony Feck, founder of Sunrise Dental Solutions, to explore why many successful dentists still struggle with growth, profitability, and fulfillment. The...
2434: Why Most Dentists Dread Switching CPAs and Why You Shouldn’t
January 29, 2026
On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes sits down with longtime friends and financial experts Brent Saunier and Chris Sands of Profi2020 to unpack some of the most overlooked yet critical financial decisions dentists face. From the often misunderstood process of switching CPA firms and the emotional roadblocks that come with onboarding, to the dangers of...
SALT, 538s, and the Truth About Tax Brackets
January 29, 2026
Tax season officially kicks off on January 26th, and if you’re treating your filing as just a compliance chore, you’re likely leaving money on the table. In this episode, Jarrod Bridgeman, Kevin Rhoton (MBA, CPA), and Brodie Hough (CPA) sit down to dissect the evolving tax landscape for dental practice owners. The guys start by...
Episode 163- Management Unfiltered | Why Good Vibes Become A Leadership Failure
January 29, 2026
Kirk Teachout and Zach Shelley take on toxic positivity in leadership and why “staying positive” can sometimes do more harm than good. They discuss how avoiding hard conversations and tolerating underperformance erodes trust, accountability, and team respect. Through real experiences and practical insights, Kirk and Zach explain why honest dialogue and addressing root issues—not surface-level...
771. Focus on the Next Step
January 29, 2026
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen talks about why so much stress comes from trying to control timelines and outcomes we don’t actually have power over. Instead, he shares a simpler—and more freeing—approach: narrowing your focus to the very next action. Progress doesn’t come from rushing the future, but from taking the next right step and...
AYDP: Why Your Team Needs to Understand Monthly Practice Costs
January 28, 2026
In this episode of “Accelerate Your Dental,” hosts Michelle Affanato and Malika Azargoon discuss the importance of transparency in dental practices, particularly regarding financial goals and team engagement. They emphasize that many dental professionals hesitate to share financial details with their teams, fearing it may lead to misunderstandings or resentment. However, by providing insight into...
2433: Why Paper Referrals Are Holding Dentistry Back
January 28, 2026
On today’s episode, Mark sits down with Dr. Brian Bhaskar, a newly minted oral and maxillofacial surgeon, third-generation dentist, and founder of Cindy, a digital referral management platform designed to modernize how dentists communicate. Dr. Bhaskar shares his journey from Division I basketball at Gonzaga to completing a six-year oral surgery residency at the University...
#234 Pre-Deposit for First Date?
January 28, 2026
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