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Why Your "Why" Matters More Than Your Revenue | EP 247
Jul 16, 2026
39m 34s
The Hidden Cost of Reacting Too Fast | EP 246
Jul 9, 2026
39m 55s
The Communication Advantage: The Small Things That Separate Great Pest Control Companies | EP 245
Jul 2, 2026
29m 38s
Stop Doing Everything Yourself | Scaling Systems, Leadership & Growth | EP 244
Jun 25, 2026
38m 44s
Premium Pricing, Better Customers & Bigger Profits with Luke Lewis | EP 243
Jun 18, 2026
34m 13s
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| Date | Episode | Description | Length | ||||||
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| 7/16/26 | Why Your "Why" Matters More Than Your Revenue | EP 247 | This week, Allan Draper welcomes back the original Bug Bux co-founder, Solomon Earhart, for one of the most honest conversations we've ever had on the podcast. After building Arusa Pest Control into one of the fastest-growing companies in the industry and achieving an eight-figure exit, Solomon found himself facing something no one saw coming. Behind the success was burnout, overwhelming pressure, depression, unhealthy coping mechanisms, and the realization that chasing growth at all costs ca... | 39m 34s | ||||||
| 7/9/26 | The Hidden Cost of Reacting Too Fast | EP 246 | In this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, Allan Draper sits down with John Speed, founder of Kilauea Pest Control in Hawaii, to talk about what it really takes to build an exceptional company. John shares the lessons he's learned growing one of Hawaii's most respected pest control businesses—from creating an award-winning workplace culture to surrounding yourself with great people and learning from other industry leaders. The conversation dives into why the best leaders don't react emotionall... | 39m 55s | ||||||
| 7/2/26 | The Communication Advantage: The Small Things That Separate Great Pest Control Companies | EP 245 | Most pest control companies offer the same products. So why do some businesses earn loyal customers while others lose them? In this episode, Allan Draper sits down with Ben Riches, founder of Apex Pest Solutions, to discuss how communication has become one of his company’s biggest competitive advantages. From answering every phone call to following up after every service, Ben shares the systems that have helped his company grow from zero to nearly 850 customers. They also dive into lead... | 29m 38s | ||||||
| 6/25/26 | Stop Doing Everything Yourself | Scaling Systems, Leadership & Growth | EP 244 | What can a CPA teach a pest control owner about scaling a business? In this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, Allan Draper sits down with Brandon Sizemore, co-founder and COO of Mint Pest Control, for a conversation packed with real business insights, operational lessons, and mindset shifts every PCO needs to hear. Before helping build one of the industry’s fastest growing companies, Brandon spent 12 years as a CPA working with organizations like the Arizona Cardinals and the Salvation Army. No... | 38m 44s | ||||||
| 6/18/26 | Premium Pricing, Better Customers & Bigger Profits with Luke Lewis | EP 243 | What happens when a former FBI intelligence analyst enters the pest control industry with zero experience? In this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, Allan Draper sits down with Luke Lewis, founder of Native Pest Management, to talk about building one of the fastest-growing pest control companies in the country. Luke shares how he went from working in the FBI to launching Native Pest Management in 2015, growing it into an Inc. 5000 company five years in a row and landing #63 on the PCT Top 100 l... | 34m 13s | ||||||
| 6/11/26 | The Real Weight of Building a Pest Control Business | EP 242 | In this solo episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, Allan Draper opens up about the emotional side of building a business that most owners never talk about. From difficult employees and angry customers to growth pressure, burnout, and feeling overlooked in an “unglamorous” industry, Allan shares a reminder every entrepreneur needs to hear. What you do matters. Whether you’re running a million-dollar company or just thinking about starting your business, this episode is about purpose, leadershi... | 23m 04s | ||||||
| 6/4/26 | Pest Control Sales & Marketing Secrets | EP 241 | What does it actually take to scale a pest control company past $1M? In this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, Allan Draper sits down with Andrew Peluso, founder of Pesty Marketing, to break down the marketing systems, sales processes, and leadership mindset that separate struggling operators from high-growth pest control companies. They dive into: • When pest control companies should hire a marketing agency • Google LSA tips that can instantly improve lead flow • Why response time can make o... | 31m 15s | ||||||
| 5/28/26 | The Long Game in Business: Relationships, Community & Growth with Tony Carder | EP 240 | Allan Draper sits down with Tony Carder, owner of True North Pest Control, for a powerful conversation about leadership, relationships, patience, and building businesses the right way. After a successful exit from Active Pest Control and a five-year non-compete, Tony returned to the industry by acquiring multiple companies founded by former employees, proving why burning bridges in business can cost you far more than money. In this episode, Allan and Tony dive into: Why emotional “knee-jerk” ... | 34m 58s | ||||||
| 5/21/26 | Creating High-Performing Sales Teams Using Incentives, KPIs, and Daily Accountability | EP 239 | In this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, Allan Draper sits down with Kyle Turner, founder and CEO of Proactive Pest Control, to unpack how he scaled a pest control company to 140+ employees and multiple locations without relying on traditional door-to-door sales. Kyle shares the early marketing strategies that fueled Proactive’s growth, from dominating Yelp in the early days to leveraging Google LSAs before the market became saturated. The conversation dives deep into building scalable sales s... | 39m 33s | ||||||
| 5/14/26 | From Fighter Pilot to Pest Control Owner | EP 238 | In this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, Allan Draper sits down with Alex Daie, former F/A-18 Super Hornet combat pilot, F-35 instructor pilot, Wharton MBA, and now founder of Fortis Pest Control. Alex shares why he left a successful corporate career to launch a pest control company from scratch and the mindset shifts that helped him make the leap into entrepreneurship. They dive deep into: Why recurring revenue businesses are so powerfulWhat fighter pilot training teaches about leadership and... | 39m 13s | ||||||
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| 5/7/26 | How to Book More Jobs Without Hiring | EP 237 | Most pest control companies are spending thousands on marketing… and still missing a huge percentage of their leads. In this episode, Allan Draper sits down with Aaron Cooper, CEO of SameDay AI, to break down exactly why that’s happening and how to fix it using AI without needing a big team or technical expertise. They dive into what’s really going on behind missed calls, slow follow-up, and lost revenue and how top operators are using AI to instantly respond to leads, book more jobs, and cre... | 36m 29s | ||||||
| 4/30/26 | The Real Reason Your Employees Quit (And How to Build a Team That Stays) | EP 236 | If you’re struggling with employee retention… this episode is for you. Allan Draper sits down with Maria Sorrentino, CEO of Pest Pros, to break down what actually keeps great people around and it’s not just pay, processes, or performance metrics. From building a true “family-style” business to turning entry-level employees into six-figure earners, Maria shares how focusing on people first creates better teams, stronger culture, and ultimately better business results. They dive into: Why most ... | 34m 06s | ||||||
| 4/23/26 | The Most Overlooked Growth Lever in Pest Control | EP 235 | Most pest control owners are chasing growth in the wrong place. In this episode, Allan Draper sits down with Reagan Nickl (VP of Customer Success at Ask Nicely) to break down one of the most overlooked, but highest-impact, growth levers in your business: customer experience and retention. If you’re focused on leads, sales, and marketing… but not obsessing over your current customers, you could be leaving massive revenue on the table. Reagan walks through a practical, step-by-step framework fo... | 36m 18s | ||||||
| 4/16/26 | Why Human Experience Will Beat AI (And Win in Pest Control) | EP 234 | In this unscripted episode, Allan Draper and Mat Rogers dive into what actually separates businesses in today’s AI-driven world and it’s not what you think. They unpack a powerful idea: AI can only remix what already exists… but it can’t replicate real, lived experience. And in a world flooded with generic content, that gap is becoming the biggest opportunity in business. From behind-the-scenes insights on Bug Bux Con to the rise of community-driven growth in the pest control industry, this... | 30m 38s | ||||||
| 4/9/26 | The Science Behind Wasp Control (And Why It Matters) | EP 233 | In this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, Allan Draper sits down with Chris Wrex, owner of Wrex Wildlife & Pest Control, to talk about building a business from the ground up and mastering one of the toughest niches in the industry: wasps. Chris shares his journey from being a school teacher to becoming a trusted pest control expert, along with the mindset shifts that helped him grow past plateaus. They dive deep into the power of community, how to actually use the Bug Bux group to your adv... | 39m 33s | ||||||
| 4/2/26 | The Unsexy Services That Make the Most Money (Pigeons, Weeds & More) | EP 232 | In this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, Allan Draper sits down with Matt Deroest, owner of Ultimate Pest, to break down how he went from a side hustle to a fast-growing pest control business in the Phoenix market. Matt shares how he carved out a unique lane by focusing on services most companies ignore, like pigeons, weeds, and specialty jobs and how that strategy led to massive growth and low customer acquisition costs. They also dive into: Turning one-time jobs into long-term customersRunni... | 34m 11s | ||||||
| 3/26/26 | You’re Not Stuck; You’re Just Around the Wrong People | EP 231 | You’ve heard it before but you’re probably not doing anything about it. In this episode, Allan breaks down one of the most important (and overlooked) drivers of success: who you spend time with. Backed by real studies and real-world examples, this isn’t just motivation, it’s a wake-up call. If you want to make more money, build a better business, improve your relationships, and actually enjoy life more… it starts with your circle. Also in this episode: • What to expect at Bug Bux Con • Why... | 29m 26s | ||||||
| 3/19/26 | Grow Fast Without Ads: The Customer-First Playbook for Pest Control Success | EP 230 | In this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, Allan Draper sits down with pest control owner Matt Thompson to break down how he’s built a thriving, fast-growing business, without spending money on advertising. From starting his company while working full-time to now averaging $70K–$80K in growth each year, Matt shares the real strategies behind his success: relentless customer care, organic growth, and mastering the small moments that most companies overlook. They dive into: • How to grow without... | 36m 35s | ||||||
| 3/12/26 | Beyond the Sting: Why Community Beats Competition in Pest Control | EP 229 | In the pest control industry, it’s easy to fall into the "zero-sum" trap; the idea that for one business to win, another must lose. But what if the opposite were true? What if helping your "competitors" actually helped you grow faster? In this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, Allan is joined by Travis Bottoms and Tyler Sublette, founders of Nice Pest Company, who have scaled to 1,600 accounts in just 18 months. We dive deep into why there’s plenty of room for everyone at the table and how a sp... | 28m 30s | ||||||
| 3/5/26 | From Outsiders to Industry Disruptors | EP 228 | In this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, we sit down with the founders of Peppermint Pest Control to discuss their unconventional journey into the industry. Coming from outside the pest control world with "zero connections" and "zero book of business," they explain how their fresh perspective as consumers led them to challenge industry standards. We dive into: The No-Contract Model: Why they rely on quality service rather than binding paperwork to retain customers.The "Trust Business": Shiftin... | 34m 05s | ||||||
| 2/26/26 | Change Your Circle, Change Your Business | EP 227 | What if the biggest growth lever in your pest control company isn’t marketing, hiring, or pricing… but the people you surround yourself with? In this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, Allan Draper sits down with Kevin Reif, founder of Reif Environmental, to talk about the intangible edge that separates good operators from great ones: community. They dive into the power of relationships inside the pest control industry, why competition doesn’t have to be cutthroat, and how surrounding yourself w... | 35m 57s | ||||||
| 2/19/26 | Will AI Replace Pest Control? What’s Coming (And What’s Not) | EP 226 | Is AI about to disrupt the pest control industry, or is it just another tool? In this solo episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, Allan Draper breaks down the real ways artificial intelligence is already impacting pest control and where it won’t be replacing humans anytime soon. From predictive pest data and proactive treatments to smarter routing, automated customer communication, and AI-powered pest identification, Allan explores how forward-thinking companies can use AI to increase retention, imp... | 31m 33s | ||||||
| 2/12/26 | Fix Your Inside Sales, Fix Your Growth | EP 225 | If your phone is ringing but your schedule isn’t filling up, this episode is for you. Allan Draper sits down with Josh Zuniga, CEO of Vult Growth Systems and former record-setting door-to-door rep (1,500 accounts sold in a single year), to break down what’s really holding pest control companies back from scaling their inside sales. They dive into: Why most companies lose deals before the tech ever leaves the shopThe #1 operational mistake that kills closing ratesHow urgency, availability, and... | 34m 36s | ||||||
| 2/5/26 | Small Deals, Big Growth: How Micro-Acquisitions Can Scale a Pest Control Company | EP 224 | Acquisitions don’t have to mean massive deals, private equity, or losing your company’s identity. In this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, Allan Draper sits down with Byron Barnes, second-generation pest control owner of Barnes Exterminating in Tennessee, to break down a smarter, more approachable way to grow: micro-acquisitions. Byron shares how he took over his family business at just 22 years old after his father’s passing and modernized a decades-old operation rooted in paper files, accou... | 33m 46s | ||||||
| 1/29/26 | Why Pest Control Marketing Is Broken (and What Actually Works) | EP 223 | Marketing a pest control company isn’t as simple as posting on social media or turning on Google Ads and for many owners, that’s exactly where frustration sets in. In this episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, host Allan Draper welcomes back Paul Alley, owner of Pestmaster Services of the Hudson Valley, for a candid, boots-on-the-ground conversation about what it really takes to market and grow a pest control business today. Paul shares the challenges he faced trying to hire an in-house marketer, w... | 30m 06s | ||||||
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Chart history for Bug Bux Podcast
Peaked at #189 in ID, currently #189 in ID.
| Market | Genre | Peak | Current | Trend |
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| ID | — | #189 | #189 | — |
Chart Positions
1 placement across 1 market.
Chart Positions
1 placement across 1 market.