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The Scott Townsend Show
The Scott Townsend Show explores meaningful ideas, interesting people, books, culture, and everyday life through thoughtful conversations, practical insights, and a healthy dose of humor.
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#262 It's Not Personal. It's Payroll.
Why do retailers cut hours when business slows down, and what can employees do about it? Scott Townsend looks at why schedules shrink after the busy season. He…
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#261 What's Next For Bartlesville? A Conversation with David Austin
What does Bartlesville need to do today to make sure it's a great place to live tomorrow? In this episode of The Scott Townsend Show, I sit down with my good…
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#260 Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Be Useful
I liked Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Be Useful: Seven Tools for Life. Some of it was basic, and some stories were familiar—but the book still gave me plenty to…
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#259 The 9 Worst Ways To Complain At Work
In this episode, I walk through some of the most damaging ways people handle complaints at work and at home—and why those habits create more conflict instead…
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#258 Customer Service As A Practice
Customer service is usually treated as a department, a slogan, or a survey score. In this episode, I make the case that it is better understood as a…
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#257 Where Were You on 9/11?
Where were you on September 11, 2001? In Episode 257 of The Scott Townsend Show, I sit down with my brother, Ben Townsend—a rancher and regular contributor to…
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I Tried To Pay My Library Fine
I Tried to Pay My Library Fine I recently returned two overdue library books expecting to pay a fine. Instead, I learned that my local library no longer…
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#255 The Complete Don Quixote as Adapted By Rob Davis - A Review
I finally discovered the story behind the famous phrase “tilting at windmills” after finding Rob Davis’s illustrated adaptation of Miguel de Cervantes’s Don…
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#254 Burn and Learn w/Tyler Glenn
In this episode of the Scott Townsend Show, Tyler Glenn shares his journey from a casual cook to the founder of Red Dirt Rubs, a seasoning company rooted in…
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#253 More Than A Helmet: David Austin's Collection of NFL Memories
In this episode, Scott Townsend chats with David Austin about his unique NFL helmet collection, the stories behind each piece, and the evolution of helmet…
The Scott Townsend Show#252 Brutal Consistency: Fitness, Faith and Showing Up
Send us Fan Mail Guests: Liz Draven Hope @lizzzliftsss Sebastian Pierce @seabasslift_ Mentions: Warren Biesiadecki @warrenbies50 Alex Eubank @alex_eubank15 In…
The Scott Townsend Show#251 One Less Day, One More Chance
Send us Fan Mail A single Instagram line flips our mindset from “one more day” to “one less day,” and that change sharpens how we live right now. We trade…
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#250 Seven Leadership Regrets And How To Avoid Them
Send us Fan Mail We sit down with April Whitson, Global VP of HR for ABB and author of The Stay Challenge, to unpack seven leadership regrets and how…
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#249 The UP Project - My Journey To Watching UP 50 Times
Send us Fan Mail What if sitting with one story could change how you see your life? We launch the Up Project with a bold commitment: fifty viewings of Pixar’s…
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#248 From Plato To Picture Of Dorian Gray: A Year Of Deep Reading And What It Teaches Us
Send us Fan Mail In this third annual Christmas tradition, I welcome Eric back to the show for a wide-ranging conversation about books, reading, and the…
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#247 Rules of Engagement: Stop Checking My Analytics
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#246 Angie Jordan - Seeing the World Through the Art of Caricature
Send us Fan Mail Likeness isn’t luck—it’s design. On this episode, I sit down with live digital caricature artist Angie Jordan to explore how she turns a trade…
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#245 Jacquelyn LaMar Berney - You Don’t Need To Chase Likes To Build Trust
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Scott Townsend Show, I reconnect with longtime friend and marketing leader Jacquelyn LaMar Berney, President of VI…
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#244 Max Skinner - Naked Skydives, Serious Causes, Real Results
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I visit with Max Skinner, Senior Manager of Community Development for Movember. Men’s health needs more than awareness—it…
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#243 Follow Creators, Not Crowds. My Response To Jake Frew
Send us Fan Mail Jake Frew's YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@JakeFrew Jake Frew's Patreon page https://www.patreon.com/c/JakeFrew What would you…
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#242 Gen Alpha Vibes: No Cap w/ Sam McCullough
Send us Fan Mail Join me as I sit down with Sam McCullough from OneHope.com to explore the world of Gen Alpha—kids who’ve never known a life without screens…
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#241 Breaking The Quiet: Rewriting The Rules Of Manhood
Send us Fan Mail A mustache can start a conversation, but the real goal is changing the rules men grew up with. This episode digs into Movember as a catalyst…
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#240 Wrenches, Mics, And The Blue Collar Wave with Sam DeWitt
Send us Fan Mail We trace how a dining table mic turned into a focused blue-collar podcast and why showing up beats having perfect gear. We dig into trade…
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#239 I juggle six books at once—and here’s why it works
Send us Fan Mail We share a six-book reading stack and explain why switching between genres—biography, classic epic, mystery, gothic, and marketing—makes ideas…
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#238 Why Opening A Bottle Of Louisiana Hot Sauce Shouldn’t Feel Like An Extreme Sport
Send us Fan Mail We celebrate the clean, bold flavor of Louisiana hot sauce and call out the frustrating plastic seal that slows breakfast to a crawl. We share…
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#237 OSU's Mike Gundy: Time To Pass The Torch?
Send us Fan Mail Ben and Scott discuss whether it's time for Mike Gundy to step down as Oklahoma State's head football coach after the team's devastating loss…
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#236 Review of "Theo Of Golden" by Allen Levi
Send us Fan Mail Sometimes the most meaningful discoveries come when we venture beyond our usual preferences. Having just finished "Theo of Golden," by Allen…
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#235 7,500 Downloads and Counting: A Podcasting Journey
Send us Fan Mail We're celebrating a major milestone on the podcast with our 7,500th download after five years and 234 episodes. This achievement represents…
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#234 Learning Through Looking Back: How Reflection Shapes Effective Leaders
Send us Fan Mail featuring: Draven Hope Ben Townsend Ever caught yourself replaying a meeting or conversation days later, questioning your every word and…
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#233 Narcissists Want the Crown, Leaders Grow the Kingdom
Send us Fan Mail Leadership isn't about pursuing titles but developing others to reach their potential. Our conversation explores how leadership perspectives…
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#233 Leadership Is Influence Part 2 w/Draven Hope & Ben Townsend
Send us Fan Mail Leadership is fundamentally about influence and returning more value than the resources invested. Our views on leadership evolve over time…
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#231 The Power of Influence: Decoding Effective Leadership w/Draven Hope & Ben Townsend
Send us Fan Mail Leadership is about influence and aligning people to goals while serving them empathetically and helping them develop to reach their full…
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#230 Reframing Influence: Beyond Instagram and YouTube w/Jason Falls (Encore Performance)
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#229 The Emotional Cost of Clutter w/ Ben Townsend
Send us Fan Mail We explore the emotional and mental challenges of decluttering during life transitions and how our attachment to possessions can hold us back…
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#228 The Architecture of Problem-Solving: How Well-Defined Problems Lead to Better Solutions
Send us Fan Mail Scott Townsend welcomes back familiar guest Ben Townsend for a deep dive into why "a well-defined problem is half the solution" and how this…
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#227 Unveiling the Invisible Man
Send us Fan Mail Diving into HG Wells' 1897 classic "The Invisible Man," Scott explores how the novel uses invisibility as a device to illuminate human nature…
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#226 Would You Recommend Us? The Powerful Metric Behind Customer Satisfaction
Send us Fan Mail A preview of next week's exploration of the Net Promoter Score (NPS), the single-question metric that helps businesses predict growth through…
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#225 Bouncing Back After Rejection: How To Handle Not Getting Promoted Pt 2 w/Ben Townsend
Send us Fan Mail Career setbacks happen to everyone, but how you respond to them determines your professional trajectory and future opportunities. • The "tube…
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#224 What To Do When You Don't Get The Promotion Pt 1 w/Ben Townsend
Send us Fan Mail Understanding how to navigate rejection in your career is vital for long-term success and personal growth. Emphasizing resilience, this…
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#223 How To Get Promoted At Work w/Ben Townsend
Send us Fan Mail Video that Ben mentioned https://x.com/WarPath2pt0/status/1887864859515121904 In today’s rapidly shifting workplace, how do you navigate…
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#222 Valentine's Day Misadventures and Meaningful Celebrations with Jay Webster
Send us Fan Mail Picture this: it's Valentine's Day 1997, you've just snagged a speeding ticket, run into your youth group while watching Titanic, and the…
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#221 Building Bridges with Small Gestures w/ Ben Townsend
Send us Fan Mail This episode emphasizes the transformational power of intentional outreach and empathy in supporting those facing difficult times. Through…
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#220 Locked Glass Cases in Retail: Security Measure or Customer Deterrent?
Send us Fan Mail Retail theft is costing businesses billions, but locking up merchandise alienates customers and reduces sales. Solutions exist, and finding a…
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#219 Building Trust in a Tech-Driven Neighborhood: The Power of Ring Cameras
Send us Fan Mail Ever had a package disappear from your doorstep? It happened to me, which got me thinking about how we handle neighborly etiquette in today’s…
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#218 Gas Cans and Good Deeds: How Not to Freeze Your Humanity at 5:30 AM
Send us Fan Mail The episode explores an unexpected encounter with a stranger asking for fuel on a bitterly cold morning, prompting thoughts on kindness…
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#217 Exploring Timeless Epics and Reading Strategies with Erik Rostad
Send us Fan Mail Erik Rostad joins us once again for his third annual appearance on the Scott Townsend Show, bringing fresh insights from his impressive…
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#216 Unveiling the True Meaning of Christmas: Scott's Reading of Luke 2:8-14
Send us Fan Mail As we embrace the festivities, it's all too easy to get lost in the whirlwind of consumerism and the hustle and bustle of modern life. But…
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#215 Unlocking the Power of Consistency: Transforming Dreams into Reality
Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered why some people seem to effortlessly achieve their goals while others struggle to make progress? It's not magic—it's…
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#214 Transform Your Social Life with Nick Gray's Two-Hour Cocktail Party Secrets
Send us Fan Mail What if you could transform your social life with just a two-hour cocktail party? Discover the secrets with Nick Gray, the mastermind behind…
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#213 Navigating Global Tensions and the Power of Ham Radio Communication w/Ben Townsend
Send us Fan Mail What happens when communication channels falter in the face of global tensions reminiscent of the Civil War era? Join Scott Townsend and…
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#212 The Art of Leadership Through Communication and Innovation w/ Liz Draven Hope
Send us Fan Mail Unlock the secrets of impactful leadership with insights from Scott Townsend, who joins us for an enriching conversation led by the astute Liz…
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#211 Balancing Beauty and Chaos: Expert Insights on Bird Control and Coexistence w / Tyler Cole - Encore Presentation
Send us Fan Mail Tyler Cole from OK Bird Control joins us to share his fascinating journey from the machining industry to becoming an expert in avian…
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#210 Reviving the Lost Art of Handwritten Connections: A Journey Through Letters and Postcards
Send us Fan Mail How often do we pause to appreciate the simple pleasure of a handwritten note? Reflecting on a recent postcard I received from my friend Rick…
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#209 You Really Don't Have To Listen To This w/Jay Webster
Send us Fan Mail What if the key to a fulfilling life lies in the small moments you often overlook? Sit down with Jay Webster, a jack-of-all-trades in…
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#208 From Part-Time to Store Manager: Jordyn Roberts' Inspiring Journey at Lowe's
Send us Fan Mail Can you imagine starting as a part-time tools associate and rising to become a store manager? Join us as we chat with Jordyn Roberts, the new…
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#207 The Power of Punctuality: Transforming Lives and Teams w/Pastor Scott Turner
Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how a simple habit like punctuality can transform your personal and professional life? Hear from Pastor Scott Turner, co-lead…
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#206 Kindness as a Competitive Advantage: Transforming Business Through Genuine Care
Send us Fan Mail Can kindness transform your business's bottom line? Discover how genuine care and empathy can revolutionize the retail world on this episode…
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#205 Top 5 Things Job Seekers Should Know About Recruiters with Glenn Hall (Archived Episode)
Send us Fan Mail Do you know the biggest misconceptions job seekers have about recruiters? Join us as we sit down with Glenn Hall from Coltech Consulting to…
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#204 The Art of Starting and Succeeding in Podcasting w/Jody Maberry
Send us Fan Mail Are you hesitant to start a project because you're not "fully ready"? Jody and I dive deep into the art of taking the plunge, inspired by the…
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#203 When Kindness Pays: The Impact of Tipping
Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered if tipping should be a choice left to restaurants or continue as a cultural norm? Join me and my brother, Dan Townsend, as we…