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The BLDR Podcast

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The BLDR (Builder) Podcast is for and about people who make stuff and do stuff. Co-founders Dave Ackerman and Andrew Hancock talk about their adventures in brand building and talk to others who create and explore. From custom bike builders, to world travelers, to entrepreneurs and artists, this podcast is a peek into the challenges, rewards and realities of being a BLDR in today's world, and offers a road map to other creators following their passions.
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Episodes

Jake Ackerman

Today we get personal. Dave's brother Jake has done things in business few have. His business prowess started at a very young age and then continued on as he founded and ran multimillion dollar business one after the other. Most crashed in a blaze of glory, but that didnt' stop him from jumping right back into the next.

Dec 15, 20201 hr 35 minSeason 1Ep. 32

Ryan Paevey

Yes, that Ryan Paevey.

Dec 08, 202056 minSeason 1Ep. 35

Omar Prestwich

From starting a record label and molding that into a talent management agency, to working with one of the biggest shoe brands in the world, Omar get social on today's episode

Dec 01, 20201 hr 8 minSeason 1Ep. 34

Thanksgiving

This year, we have LOTS to be thankful for!

Nov 24, 202037 minSeason 1Ep. 33

What 'Made in the USA' really means

What does it matter where the stuff you buy is made? Well, it matters to us, and in this week's episode we explain why.

Nov 17, 202050 minSeason 1Ep. 32

Eric Bostrom

Eric has had a very unconventional life. He grew up in a motorcycle dealership, raced professionally with his brother, broke an absurd amount of bones in all his crashes, and then went on to invent a product and found a company due to those injuries.

Nov 10, 20201 hr 1 minSeason 1Ep. 31

Sean Whalen

If you know you know. If you don't, you will.

Nov 03, 20201 hr 12 minSeason 1Ep. 30

Rhett Rotten - Wall of Death Racer

The wall of death, that wooden cylinder that people people rip around on for fun, yeah this guy does that.

Oct 27, 202051 minSeason 1Ep. 29

Jonathan - Speakeasy Original

This guy has the most rad day job and night job! Jonathan works in the 3D modeling department at Oakley and when he's not doing that he's working in his forge he built in his garage making silver rings for everyone cool you know.

Oct 20, 202050 minSeason 1Ep. 28

Andrew & Dave

It's just us today, but things get real!

Oct 13, 202028 minSeason 1Ep. 27

Teela LaRoux

Model, Activist, Entrepreneur, Influencer, Trendsetter. You name it Teela has probably done it. Model for Playboy, yup did that too.

Oct 06, 202055 minSeason 1Ep. 26

Vincent "Rocco" Vargas

Actor, musician, podcaster, family man, motorycle enthusiast, Philantrophist, Veteran, this guy has done a little bit of everything! If you watch motorcycle drama shows, you've seen him, but what's more important is what Vincent is doing for this family and his community of veterans.

Sep 29, 202058 minSeason 1Ep. 25

Badd Wolf

Hip-hop artist, fashion designer, motorcycle rider, and all around very interesting dude Badd Wolf stops by the studio to talk about the super unique world he lives in.

Sep 22, 20201 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 24

Kota Energy Group

What is it like to build a solar company? I had no idea, so I asked my friend Kevin to come on and talk about doing just that.

Sep 01, 20201 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 23

Back to Kickstarter. Are we a Failure?

Pack Animal is coming out with some new bags. We are doing a kickstarter for them. Why!? Why do this when we could just launch them on our website? Did we run out of money and need to beg for more? Its a nuanced conversation today. You might learn something, so tune in!

Aug 25, 20201 hr 10 minSeason 1Ep. 22

Jeff Holt

If anyone has their finger on the pulse of the moto industry it's this guy. V-Twin Visionary's Jeff Holt knows what's going on and more importantly, where we are going!

Aug 18, 202054 minSeason 1Ep. 21

Chris Smith

Owner of the most rad cafe in the entire PNW, Chris is part coffee man, mason, car builder, bike builder, and an all 'round good dude. He shares his secrets to living a happy life and you should listen!

Aug 04, 20201 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 19

Our Competitive Advantage

Video Production. Its the key to all our successes. We started in it, and we will probably die in it!

Jul 28, 202045 minSeason 1Ep. 18

The Jurgys

The Jurgys are a family. They travel the world. They live in an RV.

Jul 21, 202056 minSeason 1Ep. 17

Steve Sims

Steve Sims is part Aladdin's Genie and part Mr. Clean. This is an episode you aren't going to want to miss. Give it a listen and if you don't love it, we will give you your time back!

Jul 14, 202057 minSeason 1Ep. 16

Terry Madden

Fabricator, racer, oil tycoon, all around good dude Terry madden takes some time out of his busy scheduled to reminisce about that crazy flag stunt we just pulled off, as well as all the very cool things he is up to.

Jul 07, 202039 minSeason 1Ep. 15

World Record Attempt Happening Tomorrow

On Wednesday, July 1st, 2020 Tobacco Motorwear and Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys will attempt somethign that has never been done before. We will fly the biggest flag flown from a motorcycle.

Jun 30, 20201 hr 7 minSeason 1Ep. 14

We talk to our dads!

Its Fathers's Day, so lets go to our fathers and see what they think!

Jun 16, 202055 minSeason 1Ep. 13

We are going to set a world record

We are going to fly the biggest flag ever flown from a motorcycle. We are going to do it the afternoon of July 1 and we will be live streaming the whole thing. More details to come

Jun 11, 202033 min

Dumptruck

Dumptruck is unlike anyone you have ever met. Trust us.

Jun 09, 202047 minSeason 1Ep. 11

Alicia aka Motolady

Alicia Elfving has been around doing her thing since the dawn of doing things. Her blog, The Motolady, was among the first publications by and for female motorcycle riders. She has grown both the blog and the Women's Motorcycle Show into smash successes.

Jun 02, 20201 hr 3 minSeason 1Ep. 10

Kelly Yazdi

Event coordinator, world travel, wolf advocate, party animal, and most positive person you will ever meet. Its Kelly Yazdi!

May 26, 20201 hr 12 minSeason 1Ep. 9

The Litas & Hell Babes

Today we interview The Litas' founder Jessica Haggett as well as Ash Harris. Together they are The Litas as well as Hell Babes.

May 12, 202054 minSeason 1Ep. 7
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