Strap in, folks—this one’s a wild ride. Billy Hayes, the man behind Midnight Express, is in the guest chair today with one Boom after another 💣. Revealing his insane real-life story. From getting busted smuggling hash in Turkey to a daring, real-life escape from a brutal prison, this one’s straight out of a Hollywood movie—oh wait, it was a Hollywood movie! 🚀 What Can The 💣 Squad Do? 1️⃣ Grab his books – Learn the real story straight from the source 2️⃣ Keep an eye out for Midnight Express Pr...
Mar 10, 2025•2 hr 12 min•Ep 796•Transcript available on Metacast What if the party life you glamorized was actually a prison? What if the fast money came with chains you couldn’t see? From Sin City to salvation, this episode highlights a survivor’s journey. I’m pleased to introduce: Annie Lobert, a woman who has lived through it all—Vegas high-roller suites, millionaire clients, dangerous pimps, and near-death experiences—all before she found her true purpose. Once a high-end call girl navigating the dark world of s*x tr@fficking, Annie now dedicates her life...
Mar 06, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Ep 795•Transcript available on Metacast 🔥Check the thermostat because it’s 98 degrees up in here! Jeff Timmons, founding member of boy band- 98 Degrees is here raising the temperature! Jeff joins me to discuss the hustle behind the music, the business of entertainment, and the lessons learned from boy band fame. Jeff walks listeners through on how they went from street corner singing to stadium tours – How Jeff and his bandmates built 98 Degrees from scratch and hustled their way to chart topping fame. We get some insider information...
Mar 03, 2025•1 hr 20 min•Ep 794•Transcript available on Metacast They say success isn’t served on a silver platter—it’s poured into a glass and drunk with strategy. Introducing the unstoppable entrepreneur Metta Risdal, the powerhouse behind UNI Tequila—a premium, organic tequila brand that’s shaking up the industry. From her humble beginnings in Norway to navigating the high-stakes world of liquor distribution in the U.S., Metta shares how she turned her passion into a thriving business. She reveals the challenges of launching a tequila brand, the secrets be...
Feb 27, 2025•50 min•Ep 793•Transcript available on Metacast Are you ready for some Tai-d and True Wisdom today? I’m pleased to welcome back guest Tai Lopez, the OG of online influence to the podcast today. So where has Tai been and what's he up to? Tai opens with his self-imposed sabbatical and how he’s back and ready to drop game-changing knowledge. Check it out: 🚀 The truth about personal branding – why it's the ONLY thing that will survive in the AI revolution 💰 How 100 million dollars might not be enough (and why most gurus are LYING to you) 🔮 The...
Feb 24, 2025•2 hr 49 min•Ep 792•Transcript available on Metacast Get ready for a jam packed episode full of KNOWLEDGE! By the end of this episode you’ll be ready to hit the real estate market. So get comfortable and get ready! Listeners, please welcome guest Avery Carl. Avery is an unstoppable and amazing individual! She is the CEO and founder of The Short-Term Shop, the largest eXp brokerage by volume worldwide. Avery is known as the queen of short-term rentals and a wealth-building machine who’s been in the game long enough to drop some serious wisdom for y...
Feb 20, 2025•52 min•Ep 791•Transcript available on Metacast 🔥 Wanna know the SECRET to explosive business growth?🔥 LOOK NO FURTHER! I’ve got Jason Hull in the house today, and trust me—you’ll want to go Full Hull Mode after hearing what he has to say. Jason is the ultimate Property Management growth expert and the CEO of DoorGrow, a company that transforms struggling property management businesses into money-making machines. If you’re a property manager, an entrepreneur, or just someone looking to LEVEL UP, this episode will blow your mind. Jason’s ins...
Feb 17, 2025•55 min•Ep 790•Transcript available on Metacast What’s up, it’s Brad Lea back with another explosive addition! Today, we’re joined by Marcin Ruman, an incredible entrepreneur whose story is guaranteed to blow your mind. From growing up in poverty in post-communist Poland to building a thriving global tech company, Marcin is a walking testament to resilience, grit, and the power of mindset. Marcin shares his raw and unfiltered story of surviving an abusive childhood, living in an orphanage, and ultimately finding success by teaching himself te...
Feb 13, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Transcript available on Metacast I have a question for you: ARE WE LIVING IN THE MATRIX? 🔥 Brace yourself, because this episode is about to change the way you see reality! 🔥 We’re uncovering truths that will shake your understanding of the world—from whether we’re living in a fractal holographic universe to the mysteries of the pyramids, government cover-ups, and how frequency and consciousness can literally rewire your reality. Introducing guest Billy Carson who is the powerhouse behind 4biddenKnowledge, a best-selling autho...
Feb 10, 2025•1 hr 29 min•Ep 788•Transcript available on Metacast Mark Days is in the house! Mark is an entrepreneur right in the middle of building something massive: a mobile device marketplace called Koffee Mobile. As the Founder and CEO, he’s turning old smartphones and electronics into cash while reducing electronic waste. How awesome is that? Mark’s journey from hustling on Craigslist to creating a scalable, ethical business model is a story packed with lessons. From his background in the music industry as a battle rapper and producer to his pivot into e...
Feb 06, 2025•58 min•Ep 787•Transcript available on Metacast What’s up, it’s Brad Lea back with another explosive episode. Today, I’ve got a REAL treat for you: Josh Lyons in the house! Josh is a sales expert who’s transforming the game with his approach to scriptless selling. They call him the “James Bond of Closing,” and trust me, you’re going to want to hear what he’s got to say. Josh doesn’t just teach sales tactics—he goes deep into the inner work that makes top closers unstoppable. From emotional control to ditching the script and truly mastering ad...
Feb 03, 2025•2 hr 39 min•Ep 786•Transcript available on Metacast It’s Brad Lea, back again with another explosive episode! This time, I’m coming to you from a very special spot – the Greatness Factory in downtown Nashville, Tennessee. Coach Michael Burt, the man behind this multi-million-dollar entrepreneurial hub, is back on the podcast for his third appearance. If you haven’t met him yet, buckle up, because he’s about to drop some serious knowledge bombs. As always, Bomb Squad, I’m here to remind you—this is your year to get great. Whether you’re in Nashvil...
Jan 30, 2025•54 min•Ep 785•Transcript available on Metacast What’s up, folks? It’s Brad Lea, back again with another fire episode of Dropping Bombs! In today’s episode, I’m joined by Kelly O’Connor, a man on a mission to save families a fortune when it comes to sending their kids to college. If you think college costs are set in stone, think again—Kelly’s here to drop the insider knowledge schools don’t want you to know. If you are planning to send your kids to college this episode is for you. But this episode isn’t just about saving money—it’s about emp...
Jan 27, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Ep 784•Transcript available on Metacast Today's' Dropping Bombs' episode is packed with gold. I sat down with guest Matt Ebert, the mastermind behind Crash Champions, a collision repair company that’s gone from a handful of locations to over 650 nationwide, raking in billions. Matt breaks down his incredible journey from fixing cars as a teenager to leading one of the largest collision repair empires in the U.S. We get into the nitty-gritty of scaling a business, the importance of transparent leadership, and how a relentless drive for...
Jan 23, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Ep 783•Transcript available on Metacast What’s up, it’s Brad Lea back with another episode of Dropping Bombs! In this episode, I sat down with Luke Van Der Veer, the master of local lead generation and SEO who’s showing people how to escape the 9-to-5 grind and gain financial freedom. Luke breaks down how he built a seven-figure income by leveraging simple websites and turning them into cash machines through a recurring revenue model. Whether you're a business owner looking for leads or someone trying to break free from the rat race, ...
Jan 20, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Ep 782•Transcript available on Metacast What’s Up Bomb Squad! I am your host Brad Lea back with another combustible episode of Dropping Bombs! Today, I sit down with just a pup, a 22-year-old entrepreneur who's disrupting the nightlife industry—Ethan Karian. Ethan is the brains behind Sip Skip, an app designed to eliminate those long waits at the bar and make you look like the VIP that you are. Whether you’re at a packed college hangout or a concert venue, Sip Skip lets you cut the line and get your drink faster, without waving cash o...
Jan 16, 2025•42 min•Ep 781•Transcript available on Metacast What’s up, folks? It’s Brad Lea back with another EXPLOSIVE episode of Dropping Bombs. Today, we’ve got another amazing guest in the studio—King Azoulay. Now, if you don’t know who this guy is, trust me, by the end of this episode, you’ll know exactly why he’s been making waves on social media and beyond. This guy’s story is straight out of a movie. From being homeless at 17 to building a multi-million dollar empire, King breaks down the mindset, discipline, and spirituality that drove his succe...
Jan 13, 2025•2 hr 39 min•Ep 780•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back and Happy New Year! We set 2025 off on the right foot with a Bomb episode! In this episode, I sit down with Chad Peterson, a no-nonsense expert with over 25 years of experience buying and selling businesses. We cut straight to the chase, breaking down why buying businesses is smarter than building them, how to leverage creative financing, and how to capitalize on the $10 trillion wealth transfer happening right now. You know me — I love bringing on guests who are actually doing the ...
Jan 06, 2025•1 hr•Ep 778•Transcript available on Metacast What’s up, everybody? It’s Brad Lea back again with another episode of Dropping Bombs! Want a cool new business idea? I've got something to share…Today, I had an incredibly raw and inspiring conversation with Shane Fichter—also known as Shane Havoc. This dude has been through h*ll and back, and his story is nothing short of mind-blowing. This man’s life story reads like a Hollywood movie script. From growing up in chaos and addiction to fighting his way out—literally and figuratively—through MMA...
Dec 27, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Ep 777•Transcript available on Metacast Merry Christmas Bomb Squad! I wish you all a great holiday filled with love and good cheer. Be sure to hug your family today and tell them how much they mean to you. Today, I sat down with Clay Stark, a 22-year-old entrepreneur from Texas who's already built a multi-million-dollar business with Cactus Containers TX. Clay’s not just a real-life cowboy—he’s a sharp young businessman who’s figured out how to turn shipping containers into homes, tack rooms, and endless other possibilities. We talked...
Dec 25, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Ep 776•Transcript available on Metacast What’s up folks, Merry Christmas and happy holidays! It’s Brad Lea back with another episode of Dropping Bombs! Today, I’m joined by Dr. Anthony G. Beck—a straight-talking physician with over 30 years of experience in integrative and functional medicine. He’s the creator of the Balance Protocol, a personalized health framework designed to help you take control of your well-being. Dr. Beck drops truth bombs about the wellness industry, Big Pharma, and why your health requires more than following ...
Dec 23, 2024•2 hr 31 min•Ep 775•Transcript available on Metacast What’s up, Bomb Squad? It’s Brad Lea, back with another dynamite episode of Dropping Bombs! In this episode, I sit down with guest Raf (Rafael) Garay, a second-degree black belt, entrepreneur, and master of the coaching game. Raf is the guy behind some of the biggest coaching systems out there, and today he’s spilling all the secrets you need to know to start or scale your own coaching business. This isn’t just about coaching—it’s about building a legacy, creating financial freedom, and impactin...
Dec 20, 2024•45 min•Ep 774•Transcript available on Metacast What’s up, it’s Brad Lea, back with another episode of Dropping Bombs! Today, I’ve got a powerhouse in the studio—Bigg Vinny! If you don’t know him yet, let me tell you, you’re about to hear a story of transformation, resilience, and growth like no other. Bigg Vinny isn’t just a name; it’s a journey. From weighing over 500 pounds and starring on The Biggest Loser, to losing 258 pounds and keeping most of it off, Vinny shares how childhood trauma and food addiction shaped his life. But that’s jus...
Dec 18, 2024•1 hr 25 min•Ep 773•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome back! It’s me, your host Brad Lea. In this electrifying episode of Dropping Bombs, I sat down with Ashot & Vaz Avakya, Armenian-born brothers who embody the grit, hustle, and ingenuity of the American Dream. From arriving in the U.S. as teenagers with zero English to building a multi-million dollar portfolio of businesses and real estate, these brothers prove that excuses are for the weak. Their story is packed with humor, lessons, and actionable advice for anyone looking to escape the r...
Dec 16, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Ep 772•Transcript available on Metacast What’s up, it’s Brad Lea back again with another episode of Dropping Bombs. Today in the studio, I’ve got a real treat for you—Javier Romero. This Venezuelan-born entrepreneur and former U.S. Marine shares how he transitioned from serving in the military to dominating the world of real estate lending. If you’ve ever wondered how to fund your first flip or build wealth through real estate, this episode is for you! What You'll Learn: How to leverage discipline, strategic financing, and real estate...
Dec 13, 2024•47 min•Ep 771•Transcript available on Metacast What’s up, Bomb Squad? Brad Lea here, back with another explosive episode of Dropping Bombs. Today, I’m sitting down with 29-year-old powerhouse Chris Salerno. This guy is making waves in the private equity space with his laser focus on car washes. That’s right—car washes. Turns out, this “unsexy” business is a cash-flow machine, and Chris is turning it into a billion-dollar empire. Do you have credit card debt? It’s the holiday season.. Many Americans Do! Are you trying to build your credit rat...
Dec 11, 2024•58 min•Ep 770•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome Back! Today, we have a powerful episode of Dropping Bombs. I'm your host Brad Lea and today I sat down with guests Jeremy Wood and Chris Sutherland, co-founders of Brothers in Healing, a nonprofit organization supporting First Responders, veterans, and others dealing with PTSD, this is an awesome cause! Jeremy and Chris share their personal journeys as SWAT officers who faced life-altering trauma, including PTSD, and overcame it through specialized treatment. Together, they shed light on...
Dec 09, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Ep 769•Transcript available on Metacast What’s up, folks? It’s Brad Lea back with another explosive episode of Dropping Bombs. Today, we’re doubling up with two experts in the skies, Mike Martin and Sean Richey. These guys have over 25 years of experience in aviation, from flying private jets to managing corporate fleets. They’re here to break down how you can take flight—literally and figuratively—and dive into the world of piloting and debunk some aviation myths including UFO sightings from the cockpit. Don’t miss the next Dropping ...
Dec 06, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Ep 768•Transcript available on Metacast What’s up, Bomb Squad! I’m you host Brad Lea and This is Dropping Bombs. In this episode, I brought in guest Jesse Bounds, a true blue-collar entrepreneur and awesome guy who’s built a $15 million agricultural and trucking empire from the ground up. Jesse started at just 17 years old, working hay fields in Oregon, and now he’s exporting hay and straw across the globe. We talked about scaling smart (after he learned the hard way), using social media to recruit top talent, and the game-changing po...
Dec 04, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep 767•Transcript available on Metacast What’s up, folks? It’s Brad Lea back again with another episode of Dropping Bombs! Today, I’ve got a really awesome guest to introduce—Mason Dorner is in the house, and if you don’t know him, let me tell you: Mason is a marketing genius, the co-founder of Ascendant Marketing, an entrepreneur with a wine company, and a man who knows how to scale businesses. In this episode, we dive deep into the world of real marketing—not the kind you see from people who took a weekend course but the kind that d...
Dec 02, 2024•48 min•Ep 766•Transcript available on Metacast 
