Dropping Bombs

This episode was sponsored by Cardiff & American Dream TV

LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/

Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/

Today's Dropping Bombs episode features Craig Sewing — founder of American Dream TV, a two-time Emmy®-nominated media company reaching tens of millions of viewers a month, and one of the most influential names in real estate media.

Craig breaks down why the news is designed to keep you angry, why personal brand is now a survival skill for anyone in real estate or mortgage, and why AI is about to hand the market to professionals who understand what it can't do — and punish everyone who doesn't.

This is the episode for anyone who wants to stop being invisible in their industry.

🔗 Connect with Craig

IG: https://www.instagram.com/craigsewingmedia/ & https://www.instagram.com/theamericandreamtv/

✅ Additional Resources

American Dream TV: https://americandreamnetwork.tv/

Real Producers (Brad's Company): https://www.realmortgagesuccess.com/

Watch the full-length video version of any Dropping Bombs episode here on YouTube.

Brad Lea is a self-made entrepreneur who turned small-town grit into a multi-million-dollar empire. With over 25 years dominating sales and leadership, he's mentored thousands to outsmart, outwork, and out win their competition. His top-rated podcast, Dropping Bombs, brings raw, game-changing insights from the biggest names in business.

LightSpeed VT is Brad's brainchild—the world's leading interactive training platform. It's built to make your team sharper, faster, and more effective, without wasting time or money. Whether you're a startup or a Fortune 500, LightSpeed VT is how you scale success and dominate your industry. Curious? Check it out:

https://www.lightspeedvt.com/

Brad's also behind Closer School, the go-to program for mastering sales and closing deals like a pro. Want to 10x your income? This is where you start. His book, The Hard Way, lays out the brutal, honest lessons he learned building his empire—your blueprint to winning the game. Get it here: https://bradlea.com/product/the-hard-way/

This isn't just a video. It's a wake-up call. Watch it. Share it. Act on it.

Closer School: https://www.closerschool.com/cs

This episode was sponsored by Cardiff & KLV Capital and Experience Ventures

LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/

Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/

Today's Dropping Bombs episode features Vic Keller — the quiet operator who founded 17 companies, exited 9 of them, and had three acquired by Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway. No hype, no flash. Just results.

Vic breaks down why building a great team is the only real multiplier, what it actually takes to build a business buyers want to pay top dollar for, and why the next 5–10 years will be the greatest window in history to sell a business. He also gets into the buy vs. build debate, why blue-collar industries are the new gold rush, and what AI will never be able to replace.

This conversation separates the operators from the talkers. If you're building, buying, or thinking about selling — this one's worth your time.

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🔗 Connect with

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vickeller/

Website: https://vickeller.com/:

Watch the full-length video version of any Dropping Bombs episode here on YouTube.

Brad Lea is a self-made entrepreneur who turned small-town grit into a multi-million-dollar empire. With over 25 years dominating sales and leadership, he's mentored thousands to outsmart, outwork, and out win their competition. His top-rated podcast, Dropping Bombs, brings raw, game-changing insights from the biggest names in business.

LightSpeed VT is Brad's brainchild—the world's leading interactive training platform. It's built to make your team sharper, faster, and more effective, without wasting time or money. Whether you're a startup or a Fortune 500, LightSpeed VT is how you scale success and dominate your industry. Curious? Check it out:

https://www.lightspeedvt.com/

Brad's also behind Closer School, the go-to program for mastering sales and closing deals like a pro. Want to 10x your income? This is where you start. His book, The Hard Way, lays out the brutal, honest lessons he learned building his empire—your blueprint to winning the game. Get it here: https://bradlea.com/product/the-hard-way/

This isn't just a video. It's a wake-up call. Watch it. Share it. Act on it.

Closer School: https://www.closerschool.com/cs

This episode was sponsored by Cardiff & letsgetfunded.com

LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/

Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/

Today's Dropping Bombs episode brings back Evan Rugen — the entrepreneur who reverse-engineered the banking system and built a multiple 7-figure company teaching everyday people how to access real money for their businesses.

Evan breaks down how he personally accessed $1.5 million at 0% interest, why most people are playing the funding game completely wrong, and how his team helps people fix their credit and get funded, no matter where they're starting from.

Whether you're sitting on bad credit, waiting to save up, or already in business and need capital to scale — this episode lays out exactly how to get the money and what to do with it once you have it.

Stop waiting. Start getting funded. This conversation is your golden ticket to free capital.

00:00 - Intro

6:02 - Inside the 'Let's Get Funded' Community

07:45 - Understanding Lexus Nexus & Credit Repair

12:17 - Six Levels of Business Funding

16:38 - Why Credit Repair is Essential for Entrepreneurs

25:10 - The Importance of Marketing & Sales Skills

29:48 - Sponsor Break

34:40 - Secrets to Maximum Funding Approvals

38:41 - Real Client Funding Success Stories

47:00 - Best Banks to Get 0% Loans

48:31 - Getting Started with Funding (Actionable Advice)

55:19 - Wrap-up & Final Thoughts

🔗 Connect with Evan

IG: https://www.instagram.com/boweryboi

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@boweryboi

✅ Additional Resources

Free Community: https://skool.letsgetfunded.com/

Skool Inner Circle: https://www.skool.com/100k

LGF Website: https://letsgetfunded.com/

Watch the full-length video version of any Dropping Bombs episode here on YouTube.

Brad Lea is a self-made entrepreneur who turned small-town grit into a multi-million-dollar empire. With over 25 years dominating sales and leadership, he's mentored thousands to outsmart, outwork, and out win their competition. His top-rated podcast, Dropping Bombs, brings raw, game-changing insights from the biggest names in business.

LightSpeed VT is Brad's brainchild—the world's leading interactive training platform. It's built to make your team sharper, faster, and more effective, without wasting time or money. Whether you're a startup or a Fortune 500, LightSpeed VT is how you scale success and dominate your industry. Curious? Check it out:

https://www.lightspeedvt.com/

Brad's also behind Closer School, the go-to program for mastering sales and closing deals like a pro. Want to 10x your income? This is where you start. His book, The Hard Way, lays out the brutal, honest lessons he learned building his empire—your blueprint to winning the game. Get it here: https://bradlea.com/product/the-hard-way/

This isn't just a video. It's a wake-up call. Watch it. Share it. Act on it.

Closer School: https://www.closerschool.com/cs

This episode was sponsored by Cardiff & crane-financial.com

LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/

Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/

Today's Dropping Bombs episode features Dylan Crane — former pro basketball player turned insurance sales machine who claims to be the #1 insurance producer in America.

Dylan breaks down how he went from the hardwood to writing $1.9 million in life insurance his first year, hitting $120K in his pocket by month two, and how his sports mentality is the reason most people simply can't keep up. He also gets into the lead system that prints money, why most agents fail before they ever find their stride, and the step-by-step blueprint he's using to build one of the largest insurance agencies in America.

Oh — and he's thinking about running for president. No big deal.

Whether you're already in insurance or just tired of trading time for a paycheck, this one's worth your full attention.

🔗 Connect with Dylan

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theinsuranceathlete/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Theinsuranceathlete

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://crane-financial.com/learn-more

Watch the full-length video version of any Dropping Bombs episode here on YouTube.

Brad Lea is a self-made entrepreneur who turned small-town grit into a multi-million-dollar empire. With over 25 years dominating sales and leadership, he's mentored thousands to outsmart, outwork, and out win their competition. His top-rated podcast, Dropping Bombs, brings raw, game-changing insights from the biggest names in business.

LightSpeed VT is Brad's brainchild—the world's leading interactive training platform. It's built to make your team sharper, faster, and more effective, without wasting time or money. Whether you're a startup or a Fortune 500, LightSpeed VT is how you scale success and dominate your industry. Curious? Check it out:

https://www.lightspeedvt.com/

Brad's also behind Closer School, the go-to program for mastering sales and closing deals like a pro. Want to 10x your income? This is where you start. His book, The Hard Way, lays out the brutal, honest lessons he learned building his empire—your blueprint to winning the game. Get it here: https://bradlea.com/product/the-hard-way/

This isn't just a video. It's a wake-up call. Watch it. Share it. Act on it.

Closer School: https://www.closerschool.com/cs

This episode was sponsored by Cardiff & ExtinctMALE

LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/

Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/

Today's Dropping Bombs episode features Jimmie Harris, founder of ExtinctMALE — a movement helping men reclaim who they're supposed to be.

Jimmie went to prison young, turned his life around through faith, and built a successful business empire from nearly nothing. Now he's on a mission to bring real masculinity back.

We break down what real masculinity actually looks like, why so many men have lost it, and what it takes to get it back. No fluff — just a raw, honest conversation about identity, responsibility, and why the world needs strong men now more than ever.

This is the conversation most men aren't having… but should be.

🔗 Connect with Jimmie

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/extinct_male1/

Websites: http://extinctmale.com | http://custombrickworkinc.com

Watch the full-length video version of any Dropping Bombs episode here on YouTube.

Brad Lea is a self-made entrepreneur who turned small-town grit into a multi-million-dollar empire. With over 25 years dominating sales and leadership, he's mentored thousands to outsmart, outwork, and out win their competition. His top-rated podcast, Dropping Bombs, brings raw, game-changing insights from the biggest names in business.

LightSpeed VT is Brad's brainchild—the world's leading interactive training platform. It's built to make your team sharper, faster, and more effective, without wasting time or money. Whether you're a startup or a Fortune 500, LightSpeed VT is how you scale success and dominate your industry. Curious? Check it out:

https://www.lightspeedvt.com/

Brad's also behind Closer School, the go-to program for mastering sales and closing deals like a pro. Want to 10x your income? This is where you start. His book, The Hard Way, lays out the brutal, honest lessons he learned building his empire—your blueprint to winning the game. Get it here: https://bradlea.com/product/the-hard-way/

This isn't just a video. It's a wake-up call. Watch it. Share it. Act on it.

Closer School: https://www.closerschool.com/cs

This episode was sponsored by Cardiff

LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/

Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/

Today's Dropping Bombs episode delivers a raw comeback story with David Saylor — an eighth-grade dropout who went from drug addiction and a first-degree murder charge to building an eight-figure bootstrapped empire completely from scratch.

David breaks down the moment everything changed, what he promised God in a jail cell, and how a $700 bet turned into 40 retail locations, a private jet, and two pouch brands he believes will hit a billion dollars.

He also gets into his nicotine pouch brand ALTRD, why it hits differently than anything else on the market, and Motion Pouches — the nootropic pouch built for entrepreneurs who can't afford to be unfocused.

This conversation will change the way you see what's possible. Your comeback starts here.

🔗 Connect with David

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidleesaylor/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Davidleesaylor

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@davidleesaylor

Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/justkiddingpodd/

✅ Business Websites:

ALTRD Nicotine Pouches: https://altrdnicotine.com/

Motion Pouches (Nootropic, No Nicotine): https://motionpouches.com/

Watch the full-length video version of any Dropping Bombs episode here on YouTube.

DISCLAIMER: The views expressed in this episode are those of the guest/host and do not constitute medical advice. Nicotine is an addictive substance. Consult a healthcare professional before use. This episode contains discussions about nicotine products and is intended for adults 21+.

Brad Lea is a self-made entrepreneur who turned small-town grit into a multi-million-dollar empire. With over 25 years dominating sales and leadership, he's mentored thousands to outsmart, outwork, and out win their competition. His top-rated podcast, Dropping Bombs, brings raw, game-changing insights from the biggest names in business.

LightSpeed VT is Brad's brainchild—the world's leading interactive training platform. It's built to make your team sharper, faster, and more effective, without wasting time or money. Whether you're a startup or a Fortune 500, LightSpeed VT is how you scale success and dominate your industry. Curious? Check it out:

https://www.lightspeedvt.com/

Brad's also behind Closer School, the go-to program for mastering sales and closing deals like a pro. Want to 10x your income? This is where you start. His book, The Hard Way, lays out the brutal, honest lessons he learned building his empire—your blueprint to winning the game. Get it here: https://bradlea.com/product/the-hard-way/

This isn't just a video. It's a wake-up call. Watch it. Share it. Act on it.

Closer School: https://www.closerschool.com/cs

This episode was sponsored by Cardiff & whooptriggerz.com

LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/

Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/

Today's Dropping Bombs episode features Carlton "C-Dub" Whitfield, who went from playing piano in his dad's church to building a multi-app ecosystem used by musicians and churches worldwide — no funding, no label, no gatekeepers.

In this episode, Carlton breaks down how he made the leap, what almost stopped him, and what it actually takes to build recurring revenue as a creator.

Creators, musicians, and faith-based entrepreneurs — this one was made for you.

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GUEST SNAPSHOT

Carlton "C-Dub" Whitfield – Music tech entrepreneur and app founder who built a multi-app ecosystem (Loops by C-Dub, Scale Junkie, Hoop Triggers, What's Your Take) serving musicians, churches, and creators worldwide. Transitioned from working musician to tech founder, building scalable digital products without traditional industry gatekeepers or VC funding.

SOCIAL HANDLES

Instagram: @cdubworld | @loopsbycdub | @scaleljunkie | @whooptriggers

🔗 Connect with Carlton

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cdubworld/

Website: https://whooptriggerz.com/

Apps/Additional Resources: https://linktr.ee/thecdubbrand

Watch the full-length video version of any Dropping Bombs episode here on YouTube.

Brad Lea is a self-made entrepreneur who turned small-town grit into a multi-million-dollar empire. With over 25 years dominating sales and leadership, he's mentored thousands to outsmart, outwork, and out win their competition. His top-rated podcast, Dropping Bombs, brings raw, game-changing insights from the biggest names in business.

LightSpeed VT is Brad's brainchild—the world's leading interactive training platform. It's built to make your team sharper, faster, and more effective, without wasting time or money. Whether you're a startup or a Fortune 500, LightSpeed VT is how you scale success and dominate your industry. Curious? Check it out:

https://www.lightspeedvt.com/

Brad's also behind Closer School, the go-to program for mastering sales and closing deals like a pro. Want to 10x your income? This is where you start. His book, The Hard Way, lays out the brutal, honest lessons he learned building his empire—your blueprint to winning the game. Get it here: https://bradlea.com/product/the-hard-way/

This isn't just a video. It's a wake-up call. Watch it. Share it. Act on it.

Closer School: https://www.closerschool.com/cs

This episode was sponsored by Cardiff & glownaturalwellness.com

LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/

Today's Dropping Bombs episode features Dr. Michelle Sands, a naturopathic physician who cuts straight through the noise on peptides, hormones, and everything wellness culture gets wrong.

Dr. Michelle breaks down the direct link between hormone health, sexual vitality, and business performance — and what your sex drive is actually telling you about your health and your success. She also covers what peptides actually do, why GLP-1s are being recklessly prescribed, why testosterone levels in young men are tanking, and the parasite conversation nobody wants to have.

Raw, specific, and worth every minute. This one covers everything your doctor probably never will.

🔗 Connect with Michelle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmichellesands/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fixhormones Hormone Harmony Over 35 (Book): https://a.co/d/0etnXvmP Website: https://glownaturalwellness.com/

Watch the full-length video version of any Dropping Bombs episode here on YouTube.

DISCLAIMER: This episode is for educational purposes only and not intended as medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making any health-related decisions.

Brad Lea is a self-made entrepreneur who turned small-town grit into a multi-million-dollar empire. With over 25 years dominating sales and leadership, he's mentored thousands to outsmart, outwork, and out win their competition. His top-rated podcast, Dropping Bombs, brings raw, game-changing insights from the biggest names in business.

LightSpeed VT is Brad's brainchild—the world's leading interactive training platform. It's built to make your team sharper, faster, and more effective, without wasting time or money. Whether you're a startup or a Fortune 500, LightSpeed VT is how you scale success and dominate your industry. Curious? Check it out: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/

Brad's also behind Closer School, the go-to program for mastering sales and closing deals like a pro. Want to 10x your income? This is where you start. His book, The Hard Way, lays out the brutal, honest lessons he learned building his empire—your blueprint to winning the game. Get it here: https://bradlea.com/product/the-hard-way/

This isn't just a video. It's a wake-up call. Watch it. Share it. Act on it. Closer School: https://www.closerschool.com/cs

This episode was sponsored by Cardiff

LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/

Today's Dropping Bombs episode is a return visit from Mike Kortas, the man who went from homeless at 18 to building the #1 mortgage brokerage in the country.

Mike breaks down how NEXA Lending dominates the mortgage industry, why the broker model is crushing the big banks, and the bold moves he's making right now while everyone else plays it safe — including an industry-first move that will pay loan officers residual income on their own loans, something that's never been done before.

If you've got a mortgage or real estate license and you're not making the money you should be, this episode is for you. And if you don't have one yet, you'll want one by the time this is over.

🔗 Connect with Mike Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mike.kortas/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-kortas-529966139

✅ Website: https://www.joinrealproducers.com

Watch the full-length video version of any Dropping Bombs episode here on YouTube.

Brad Lea is a self-made entrepreneur who turned small-town grit into a multi-million-dollar empire. With over 25 years dominating sales and leadership, he's mentored thousands to outsmart, outwork, and out win their competition. His top-rated podcast, Dropping Bombs, brings raw, game-changing insights from the biggest names in business.

LightSpeed VT is Brad's brainchild—the world's leading interactive training platform. It's built to make your team sharper, faster, and more effective, without wasting time or money. Whether you're a startup or a Fortune 500, LightSpeed VT is how you scale success and dominate your industry. Curious? Check it out: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/

Brad's also behind Closer School, the go-to program for mastering sales and closing deals like a pro. Want to 10x your income? This is where you start. His book, The Hard Way, lays out the brutal, honest lessons he learned building his empire—your blueprint to winning the game. Get it here: https://bradlea.com/product/the-hard-way/

This isn't just a video. It's a wake-up call. Watch it. Share it. Act on it. Closer School: https://www.closerschool.com/cs

This episode was sponsored by Cardiff & onlyatgrandslam.com

LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/

Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/

Today's Dropping Bombs episode features Nathan Burns, the guy who turned a childhood dream into a $60 million American dream sports card empire using nothing but an iPhone and Facebook Live.

Nathan breaks down how he clawed his way up from rock bottom, why failure is just tuition, and the simple mindset shift that changed everything.

This isn't just a business story — it's a blueprint for anyone who feels like they're drowning and wonders if one more shot is even worth it. Spoiler: it is.

Whether you collect cards or have never touched one in your life, this episode will change how you think about passion, persistence, and building something from nothing.

🔗 Connect with Nathan

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grandslamcollectibles/

Website: https://onlyatgrandslam.com/

Watch the full-length video version of any Dropping Bombs episode here on YouTube.

Brad Lea is a self-made entrepreneur who turned small-town grit into a multi-million-dollar empire. With over 25 years dominating sales and leadership, he's mentored thousands to outsmart, outwork, and out win their competition. His top-rated podcast, Dropping Bombs, brings raw, game-changing insights from the biggest names in business.

LightSpeed VT is Brad's brainchild—the world's leading interactive training platform. It's built to make your team sharper, faster, and more effective, without wasting time or money. Whether you're a startup or a Fortune 500, LightSpeed VT is how you scale success and dominate your industry. Curious? Check it out:

https://www.lightspeedvt.com/

Brad's also behind Closer School, the go-to program for mastering sales and closing deals like a pro. Want to 10x your income? This is where you start. His book, The Hard Way, lays out the brutal, honest lessons he learned building his empire—your blueprint to winning the game. Get it here: https://bradlea.com/product/the-hard-way/

This isn't just a video. It's a wake-up call. Watch it. Share it. Act on it.

Closer School: https://www.closerschool.com/cs