We are fired up for the summer selling season — and just in time for Memorial Day weekend, we’re bringing back one of our most electric guests ever… Brent Batterman! 🎙️🔥

From training tips to mindset gold, Brent’s back and better than ever. In this episode, we cover:

💥 Why practice = more paychecks (and how to do it right)

 🎈How to turn your store into a Memorial Day event

🧠 The mindset shift that can change your whole career 

📣 The 3 Ps of true objection handling: Product, Price, or Person

🙌 Why the greeting is everything — and how to own it

🎧 Plus: Brent's hilarious (and humbling) Memorial Day memory featuring a mattress legend!

Whether you're on a heater or looking to get back on track, this one will get your head and heart in the game.

Special thanks to the team at Podium: Where businesses grow, customers connect, and success starts. Find out more here.

Better Sleep Month just got smarter.
She’s a clinical psychologist, author, and creator of the Drift program. She’s helped everyone from exhausted parents to high-performing execs get the rest they need — and she finally got a new mattress. 🙌

Dr. Kimberly Lemke returns to The BedBuzz podcast and drops more 🔥:

• Why sleep is a daytime issue
• How emotions and anxiety impact your ability to fall asleep
• The trap of obsessing over sleep trackers and gadgets 😵‍💫
• Why your scrolling habit might be destroying your sleep

Plus, she shares what inspired her to write a book for kids (and their parents) about boundaries — and how she unwinds after a crazy day (hint: rollercoasters 🎢 are involved).

Special thanks to the team at Podium: Where businesses grow, customers connect, and success starts. Find out more here.

On this episode, you’ll hear Rose share her journey from slinging cheesesteaks in Philly to becoming one of the most respected leaders in the mattress industry.  She opens up about career lessons, working with reps, balancing family life with travel, and what it really takes to win in this business (hint: it's all about follow-up and genuine connection).

Some nuggets you’ll love:

• Why selling protectors isn’t an add-on—it’s common sense 
• How Beautyrest’s 100-year legacy can help YOU close more deals 
• Her secret to staying grounded while raising two boys and being married to a Philly firefighter 
• Plus... what’s the best Philly cheesesteak spot? You’ll have to tune in to find out 

And remember: Rose is your go-to if you want to boost your Serta, Beautyrest, or protector game!

Special thanks to the team at Podium: Where businesses grow, customers connect, and success starts. Find out more here.

Our guest this week is none other than Tulsa’s own Brandy Wilson — 7-time million dollar writer, queen of connection, and certified rockstar DM. 

You’ll hear Brandy’s incredible journey from preschool teacher to $12.5M+ (and counting) in mattress sales (!), her secret to handling the “just looking” customer, and why oversharing might just be your best sales tool. 

A few highlights you don’t wanna miss:

• How Brandy makes every guest feel like they’re walking into her home 
• The power of 3 personal things (about them AND you!) 
• Her go-to strategy for turning browsers into buyers 
• That unforgettable story about Jesse and the power of human connection 

Huge thanks to Brandy for being an incredible guest — and to all of you for listening and leveling up your game.

Go give this one a listen. Then go out there and overshare a little!

Special thanks to the team at Podium: Where businesses grow, customers connect, and success starts. Find out more here.

We're back with a brand-new episode — and this one’s got some serious heart. 

We sat down with Johnny “Red Shoes” Osterhaus, co-manager in Sioux City and two-time Red Shoes Service Award winner and his story is one you do not want to miss.

Highlights include:

• How he started in 2013 as a porter with a pickup truck named Little Red 
• His craziest delivery ever — involving a windy fire escape and a twin mattress 
• What it's like working next to Sleep Number and how Johnny wins the battle with tech & heart
• The secret to staying fired up even when life throws curveballs 

🎙️ “If you’re not selling beds, you’re helping someone who is."
– Johnny Red Shoes

Thanks for listening— now go out and create your own Red Shoes moment today.

Special thanks to the team at Podium: Where businesses grow, customers connect, and success starts. Find out more here.

We’ve got an exciting new episode of The BedBuzz Podcast that you don’t want to miss! This time, we’re diving deep into how Podium can help you sell more beds, close more deals, and create an even better guest experience. Our special guest is Melisa Monroe, Podium’s marketing guru, small business advocate, and all-around rockstar.

💡 Here’s what you’ll learn:
✅ How Podium’s bulk messaging is driving huge sales 💰
✅ The power of AI responses & phone call transcripts to improve customer interactions 📞
✅ How to use customer reviews & drip campaigns to bring guests back for more!

Special thanks to the team at Podium: Where businesses grow, customers connect, and success starts. Find out more here.

Get ready to level up your sales game! This episode of The BedBuzz Podcast is LIVE, and this one is a must-listen for anyone looking to sell more adjustable bases and boost their tickets.

We sat down with TJ Hathorne from Tempur-Sealy, a mattress industry legend with 27+ years of experience, to talk all things adjustable bases—why they’re a must-have, how to demo them like a pro, and how to overcome common objections. He even shared a killer closing technique you’ll want to try on your very next guest!

Highlights from the show:
✅ Why friends don’t let friends sleep flat
✅ The magic phrase that makes customers say YES
✅ How to break a tie when a guest is stuck between two beds
✅ The #1 mistake salespeople make when demoing an adjustable base
✅ A wild in-store story involving a fight, a locked door, and a very bad decision…

Listen now and get ready to take your sales to the next level!

This episode is packed with golden nuggets to help you sell smarter and make more money. 

Special thanks to the team at Podium: Where businesses grow, customers connect, and success starts. Find out more here.

Dr. Lemke is a clinical psychologist, sleep expert, and founder of Drift. She joined us to drop some serious knowledge on how better sleep = better sales (and, well, a better life!). 😴

Here’s what you’ll learn:

✔️ Why sleep is actually a daytime issue 🌞
✔️ The biggest sleep myths (Hint: Your tracker might be making things worse!) 📊
✔️ How to quiet your racing mind at night 🧘‍♂️
✔️ The crazy reason Walmart & big companies are investing in sleep programs 🏢

 Give it a listen, and let’s start sleeping (and selling) like pros. 

Special thanks to the team at Podium: Where businesses grow, customers connect, and success starts. Find out more here.

On this episode, we’re pulling back the covers to chat with two incredible guests—Grant and Mason Gray, franchise owners of Mattress Firm in Mississippi. These dynamic brothers share their journey of building a thriving business while keeping family values at the core.

 Episode Highlights:

• Growing up in the mattress industry and learning the ropes from their parents.
• Crazy customer stories that’ll leave you smiling.
• How their bold decision to join the Mattress Firm family changed everything.
• The secret sauce behind their success—and it’s not just the products!

Join us for a fun, inspiring episode packed with laughs, wisdom, and a touch of sibling rivalry.

Special thanks to the team at Podium: Where businesses grow, customers connect, and success starts. Find out more here.

We’re kicking off 2025 with a must-listen episode of The BedBuzz Podcast! This week, we’re excited to welcome Daniel Roberts, financial advisor at Edward Jones—and Harry’s cousin! 

 Episode Highlights:

• Daniel’s inspiring journey from the Navy to running his own Edward Jones office and continuing his father’s legacy.
• Business lessons from Daniel’s experience, including:
  • The power of building trust with clients and being their go-to advisor.
  • Why running your office (or store) like your own business leads to success.
  • The value of connecting with clients as people—not just customers.
• Financial strategies for every stage of life: How to start saving, manage debt, and make the most of your 401(k).
• A reminder that it’s never too late to take control of your finances and make progress toward your goals. 

Daniel also shares the story behind his dad’s legendary motto, Yambaily—a phrase that embodies love, connection, and support. 

Take a few minutes to tune in, grab some golden nuggets, and start the year strong. 

If you have any financial questions or want to dive deeper into the topics discussed, feel free to reach out to Daniel directly at 651-437-0229. 

Special thanks to the team at Podium: Where businesses grow, customers connect, and success starts. Find out more here.