Big Talk About Small Business
Hosted by Mark Zweig and Eric Howerton. Our Mission is to inspire, empower, and equip entrepreneurs with the knowledge and insights they need to succeed in their ventures. Through engaging conversations with industry experts, seasoned entrepreneurs, and thought leaders, we aim to provide valuable strategies, actionable advice, and real-world experiences that will enable our listeners to navigate the challenges, seize the opportunities, and build thriving businesses.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 56 minutes
- Episodes
- 104
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
Ep. 28 - The Grind and Gusto of a Coffee Entrepreneur's Tale
Ever felt the rush of turning a dream into a thriving business reality? Amber Dietrich, the heart and soul behind Confident Coffee, joins us to spill the beans on her vibrant journey from a modest Mi…
Ep. 27 - Circuits Amidst Crops, The Unconventional Rise of a Tech Company
Have you ever witnessed the birth of an idea that challenges the status quo and forges its path through uncharted territories? That's exactly the journey Matt Francis, founder of Ozark Integrated Cir…
Ep. 26 - The Art of Business Partnerships: Trust, Synergy, and the Human Connection
Have you ever contemplated why some business partnerships thrive while others crumble? Join Mark Zweig and Eric Howerton as we delve into the intricate dance of partnership, drawing on the trust and …
From the Vault: Ep. 16 - Life as Entrepreneurs: The Reality Behind the Glamour
Are you prepared to navigate the challenging but rewarding world of business? Join us as we sit down with special guests, Luke and Sara, who share their insights and experiences from their own entrep…
Ep. 24 - Strategies for Entrepreneurial Success in the Modern Market
On this episode of Big Talk About Small Business. Eric Howerton and Mark Zweig dissect the allure of a simple business model, dismantle the misconceptions around marketing budgets, and expose the hid…
Ep. 23 - The Makings of an Entrepreneur: A Deep Dive with Colton Knittig
What if you could lift the veil on the entrepreneurial experience - the victories, the struggles, the insight gained along the way? Strap in for a deep dive into the world of entrepreneurship with my…
Ep. 22 - Transforming Prosthetics and Lives: The Entrepreneurial Journey of Terran Gates
What does it take to turn a personal passion into a thriving business that changes lives every day? Join us as we sit down with Terran Gates, the woman who's transforming the world of prosthetics thr…
Ep. 21 - Navigating the Business Side of Art with Tom Neel
Are you an artist struggling with the business side of your creative journey? Imagine transforming that struggle into a thrilling ride of success. Join us on an enlightening episode of Big Talk About…
Ep. 20 - Lessons from a $100 Million Business Failure and the Resilience of an Entrepreneur with Harry Clark
Ever wondered how the entrepreneurial journey unfolds, with its twists and turns, successes, and failures? In our latest podcast episode, we introduce you to our special guest, Harry Clark, a seasone…
Ep. 19 - The Transformative Power of Vision and Transparency in Business with JS Bull
Are you ready to unlock the secrets to successful entrepreneurship and leadership? We've got a treasure trove of wisdom in this episode, as we welcome business leader JS Bull to the show. Our discus…
Ep. 18 - Navigating Entrepreneurship and Franchising: Ben Davis and The Gents Place
Imagine starting a business two weeks before the Lehman Brothers collapsed, with no previous entrepreneurial experience or knowledge of the hair industry. That's the riveting journey of Ben Davis, fo…
Ep. 17 - Halloween Special: Business Horror Stories
Get ready for a rollercoaster ride through the world of small business as we bring you our horror stories and triumphs from the trenches of entrepreneurship. Hitch a ride with us on our journey from …
Ep. 15 - Journeying through the Challenges of Growing a Business
Unravel the intricate art of podcasting with us as we bring onboard Parker Dodson of PodcastVideos.com. He touches on how PodcastVideos.com streamlines the process of creating a podcast episode for u…
Ep. 14 - The Thrills and Spills of Small Business Ownership
Ever dreamt of owning a business? Our guest, Justin Macedo, turned that dream into a reality when he bought Uncle Sam's Outfitters, an outdoor and military surplus store. Justin's journey from a high…
Ep. 13 - Surviving and Thriving in the Small Business Landscape
Are the common pitfalls of small businesses making you stumble? Fear not! This episode is going to arm you with the insights and practical advice to brave the world of small businesses and learn from…
Ep. 11 - Dr. Nirmal Kilambi
Nirmal K. Kilambi, MD, FACS, is a board-certified urologist and fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Also, the official urologist of the Arkansas Razorbacks. Born and raised in Fayetteville, A…
Ep. 10 - Opportunities in the Music Industry
Mark Zweig and Eric Howerton sit down with the father-daughter duo behind Love More Records. GT and Raquel Thompson discuss their journey to launching their own record label and the challenges of th…
Ep. 8 - Finding the Need and Fulfilling It
Rolf Wilkin, founder and owner of several businesses in Northwest Arkansas, sits down with hosts Mark Zweig and Eric Howerton. They discuss everything from starting out as a new entrepreneur to less…
Ep. 7 - The American Dream
Special guest Richard Scott joins the show and shares about his humble beginnings as a child in Jamaica to becoming an entrepreneur in the United States. He touches on everything from overcoming adv…
Ep. 6 - Navigating Business and Building Strong Cultures
Hosts Mark Zweig and Eric Howerton have a 1-on-1 discussion about their personal business ventures as well as talk about the daily grind of being an entrepreneur.