Franchise Interviews 4.0
Welcome to Franchise Interviews weekly podcast and radio show. If you ever dreamed of one day owning your own business, then you have come to the right place. Listen to detailed interviews/podcasts with some of the most informative sources on the topics of franchising and entrepreneurship. People are hungry for good vital content (Keyes, 2009). To date, we have recorded over 850 interviews on our weekly franchise radio show with some of the top franchisors, franchise experts, franchise attorneys, franchisees, and franchise authors. You can even listen to our shows based on the category of interest on our website at https://www.franchiseinterview.com We have met with some exciting new franchise concepts as well as some of the biggest names in franchising. As a visitor to our website, all you have to do is click and listen. So grab a cup of coffee, sit back, and enjoy. It’s no problem if you can’t listen to the live show. Each show is recorded and immediately placed in our library of audio archives. To date, we have had over a quarter of a million listeners! Franchise Interviews is hosted by Dr. Martin J. McDermott. You will also here clips from Martin J. McDermott’s upcoming book, Rock Star MBA.
Episodes

Wednesday Jan 22, 2025
Wednesday Jan 22, 2025
We are excited about our upcoming show, where we will be meeting with Bennett Maxwell, the Chairman of Dirty Dough. Dirty Dough utilizes centralized production and specialized machines to create the world's first 3-layer cookie. This innovative technology enables franchise openings at half the cost and labor compared to competitors, while also reducing ongoing expenses. The company manages waste, quality control, and the supply chain at the corporate level, making it one of the simplest food franchise concepts available.

Wednesday Jan 22, 2025
Wednesday Jan 22, 2025
I can't tell you how many people have recently suggested trying Dickey's Barbecue Pit since they recently moved to our area. We are meeting with Trinity Hall, the Senior Vice President of Development for Dickey's Barbecue Pit. Every Dickeys Barbecue Pit location smokes all of its meats on-site at the restaurant the same way it was done in 1941. Over the years, numerous journals and business magazines have recognized Dickey's Barbecue Pit.

Wednesday Jan 22, 2025
Wednesday Jan 22, 2025
We are meeting with the President and CEO of the Desert Moon franchise opportunity, Gary Occhiogrosso. Dessert Moon is the East Coast's original Fresh Mexican Grille franchise. Desert Moon has been "The Fresh, Healthful Alternative to Fast Food" since 1992.

Wednesday Jan 22, 2025
Wednesday Jan 22, 2025
We are meeting with the Daily Juice franchise. Daily Juice serves made-to-order juices and smoothies prepared from fresh vegetables, fruits, superfoods, and highly nutritious grab-and-go foods in a quick-service, uniquely cultural environment. Health-conscious consumers who see Daily Juice as a destination for unique drinks and products with an emphasis on health and nutrition.

Wednesday Jan 22, 2025
Wednesday Jan 22, 2025
We have a great show today. We are meeting with Berekk Blackwell, President of Daily Jam. Daily Jam is a Phoenix-based brunch franchise, formerly Ncounter, but has rebranded as it seeks to grow through franchising. Berekk also has an interesting background; he’s from the family that founded Kahala Restaurant Franchising and is using his experience with restaurant franchising to grow Daily Jam.

Tuesday Jan 21, 2025
Tuesday Jan 21, 2025
When purchasing a franchise, you acquire two essential components: a system and a brand. Understanding this concept is crucial for prospective franchisees to succeed in the franchising industry.
Part I features the renowned Dr. John Tantillo, known for his unique approach that combines humor with education. Dr. Tantillo is an award-winning marketing professional, lecturer, and teacher. He is internationally recognized for his expertise in diagnosing the factors that affect target markets.

Sunday Jan 19, 2025
Sunday Jan 19, 2025
Franchise interview with Crushed Red
Here is another great story on franchising and entrepreneurship. When award-winning restaurateur Chris LaRocca embarked on building a revolutionary idea, he asked why there were no alternatives for genuinely delicious, healthful foods that could be served as promptly as their unhealthy counterparts. It sounds like an easy request to make healthy food taste good, so he and his partners went to work. The result was Crushed Red.

Sunday Jan 19, 2025
Sunday Jan 19, 2025
Today’s podcast is considered one of “27 Ice Cream Shops You Need To Visit Before You Die.” We are meeting with Jim Ryan, Chief Operating Officer of CREAM. Cream is headquartered in Millbrae, California. CREAM is a rapidly growing fast-casual restaurant specializing in high-quality ice cream sandwiches and other confections.
Founded in 2010 and franchised since 2012, CREAM currently has locations open and operating throughout California’s Bay Area and plans to develop its national footprint over the next several years. Click the play button to listen to the show.

Sunday Jan 19, 2025
Sunday Jan 19, 2025
Get ready for some appetizing content on this show! Following in her father Bill Specht's footsteps, Christine Specht began her journey at Cousins Subs at the age of 15. Fast forward a few years, and in March 2008, Christine took on the impressive position of President and COO. In our upcoming conversation, we'll delve into Christine's remarkable transition from crafting subs, clearing tables, and operating the cash register to becoming the head honcho at Cousins Subs.

Sunday Jan 19, 2025
Sunday Jan 19, 2025
There is an excellent chance you have seen and heard of the famous movie Coyote Ugly. We have a great show today. We are meeting with Lil Lovell of the Coyote Ugly Saloon franchise. The most famous bar on the planet is now the hottest franchise concept! With over 20 years of experience, Coyote Ugly is seeking International Franchise Partners to become a part of one of the most recognized trademarks in the world.