The Primitive Podcast

The Primitive Podcast

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The Primitive Podcast episodes

  • Primitive Favorites: William Ware, President of Amarillo National Bank
    What does a sense of community have anything to do with success?
    As the President of family-owned Amarillo National Bank, William Ware, knows first-hand that when you’re the “owner’s kid” community is earned, not given.
    Through his experiences stemming from the bottom of the banking totem pole, all the way to the top, he developed a sense of leadership principles that values ethics, history, and a great deal of respect for everyone around him.
    29 min
  • Primitive Favorites: Robert Taylor, CEO of United Supermarkets
    When life hits hard, you either roll with the punches or hit back.
    As a Texas native and CEO of United Supermarkets’ 100+ locations and convenience stores, Robert Taylor, has uncovered a unique approach to life, and has allowed it to take him exactly where he needed to be.
    With 10 years and growing at the helm of United, Robert’s insights on leadership, failure, achievement, culture, and technology are sure to make you want to listen to this episode on repeat.
    34 min
  • Primitive Favorites: Ginger Nelson the Mayor of Amarillo
    Going from living in a small town to earning her law degree from Southern Methodist University has equipped Mayor Nelson with the ability to thrive when wearing a lot of different hats. But, as time has revealed, the panhandle has a way of calling proven individuals back to lead their communities, and Mayor Nelson is no exception.
    28 min
  • Primitive Favorites: Kirby Hocutt from Texas Tech Athletics
    Texas Tech’s Athletic Director, Kirby Hocutt, has been with the Red Raiders since 2011. Since then he has seen his fair share of wins and losses both on and off the field. However, with his current contract being extended to 2027, Hocutt has proven a capable and successful leader at Texas Tech and in the Lubbock community.
    40 min
  • #22 Drayton McLane | Guiding Principles
    Even with business roots stemming all the way back to 1894, Drayton McLane never knew his life would unfold to reveal multiple successful businesses and ownership of the Houston Astros for 19 years. But life has a funny way of showing you how to grow if you’re ready. Listen now to hear more from Drayton McLane.
    46 min
  • #21 Dr. Ted Mitchell | Setting the Direction
    As the former President and CEO of the Cooper clinic in Dallas, Texas, Dr. Tedd Mitchell was already well-equipped for the challenges and opportunities he would face within the role of Chancellor of Texas Tech University System. Having held his position since 2018, Dr. Mitchell has already shown himself a proven leader, ground-breaker, and role model for generations of leaders to come.
    36 min
  • #20 David Alderson | Beating the Odds
    It’s been said less than 15% of family-owned businesses make it past the 3rd generation mark. Alderson Automotive Group can add their name to that elite list of businesses who have. On this week’s episode, we sit down with owner, David Alderson, and talk about the nuances of being a family-owned business.
    25 min
  • #19 Alex Fairly | Leadership is More Than a Position
    Alex Fairly is the CEO of the Fairly Group, three companies laser-focused on helping companies mitigate risk. As someone who admittedly views the world through a different lens than most, Alex explores how he uses these unique skills to his advantage in business.
    40 min
  • #18 Howard Thrash | First Impressions
    With nearly a lifetime in the industry, Howard Thrash, owner of H.G. Thrash Clothier in Lubbock, TX, knows style and business. Even with a wealth of knowledge and resources, Howard was not immune to the ebbs and flows of business. However, with lessons come wisdom, and Howard is sharing his lot with us.
    31 min

About The Primitive Podcast

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The Primitive Podcast is a deep dive into leadership where the CEO and co-owner of Primitive, Kade Wilcox, breaks down the art of leadership, culture, building a brand, leading a team, and finding business success. With interviews from industry heavyweights and hometown heroes to brief and easy-to-digest concepts, The Primitive Podcast finds refreshing ways to infuse a little old school, West Texas charm into the digital world.