BizzieSmalls

Meet Bob, hard-partying restaurateur turned small business guru. Bob loves people, he loves Shreveport, and he loves Ki Mexico's poblano tacos. Listen in on our conversation about his wild college days in the kitchen, his time helping to grow Great Raft Brewing into a national brand, and how he ended up as the face of a local accounting firm.

Meet Josh Cox, a genuine, certified Great Dude™️. Listen in on our conversation about going from his role as the third generation in a family business to launching his own entrepreneurial career, important lessons in humilty and obedience, and his family's incredible journey through foster care and adoption.

Meet Luke Thaxton, attorney, entrepreneur and investing whiz. Jump into our conversation about stepping into a family business, the impact of housing authority changes on private investors, and Luke's take on the affordable housing crisis. Don't miss his helpful advice for first-time investors and his roster of favorite lunch spots!

Meet the Podfather of Shreveport, our OG podcast inspiration.

In addition to his podcast, Frequency Interrupted, DJ runs Red Wolf Media, the Pork & Fork catering, meal prep, and competition empire, and Mammoth Equipment Rental. Listen in on our chat about the value of networking, what is strategic and essential in marketing these days, and what number Josh would have been in Leighton's Myspace friends list.

Meet local legend Steve Wilkinson, owner of Cardinal Music and newly minted owner of Shreveport Music Co. Steve and his family are deeply rooted in the southern music scene, and we love his passion for providing great service and fostering great local music. Listen in on his "Bucc-ees Approach", what it takes to build a loyal customer base, and what is getting him excited about our local music scene.

Meet local legend Steve Wilkinson, owner of Cardinal Music and newly minted owner of Shreveport Music Co.

Steve and his family are deeply rooted in the southern music scene, and we love his passion for providing great service and fostering great local music. Listen in on his "Bucc-ees Approach", what it takes to build a loyal customer base, and what is getting him excited about our local music scene.

Meet Brad Neffendorf, Head Coach of the LSUS Pilots.

Listen in to our chat about Brad's background, what it takes to achieve a historic, undefeated season, and the leap from a good roster to a great team.

Meet Nico Manshack, local entrepreneur and the official Duke of Fun. 👑Nico is a busy guy - he manages Window World Shreveport by day, and runs Geaux Southern Rentals by night (and weekend). Listen to find out what to do when 50 Cent calls you, how to handle your first world light bulbs, and what position Leighton wants in his local Mardi Gras Krewe.PS: Shout out to Kennedy! 💛

We're back with one more solo ep before a quick mid-season break, and we cover a lot of ground. From daily rhythms and approaches to business budgets, to staying on mission as a company, to a *very* loose understanding of political campaigns and a quick music review, there is some good stuff in this one.

We have three generations of Allens on the podcast this week, and it was really special.

Meet Carter Allen - plumbing intern, ABBA fan, and Leighton's son.

Our second guest is Mrs. Leslie Allen; retired teacher, pastor's wife, and the hero who raised Leighton Allen.

Enjoy this special conversation!