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#275: Jenny Dunkin and Shelley Haisman sold books...
Mar 31, 2026
2h 43m 23s
#274: Brandan Tobin Sold Books...
Jan 8, 2026
2h 08m 52s
#273: Linda Schwader sold books.
Oct 23, 2025
2h 09m 48s
#272: Hans Schlegel sold books.
Sep 8, 2025
3h 31m 25s
#271: Ben Fisher sold books.
Aug 20, 2025
1h 31m 31s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/31/26 |  #275: Jenny Dunkin and Shelley Haisman sold books...✨ | mindsetopportunities+4 | Jenny DunkinShelley Haisman | Abundantly FavoredSouthwestern | — | mindsetspeaking opportunity+5 | — | 2h 43m 23s | |
| 1/8/26 |  #274: Brandan Tobin Sold Books...✨ | salesleadership+4 | Brandan Tobin | HubSpotSalesforce | Nashville | salesleadership+5 | — | 2h 08m 52s | |
| 10/23/25 |  #273: Linda Schwader sold books.✨ | salesentrepreneurship+3 | Linda Schwader | SouthwesternFamily Heritage | Jackson, MississippiHawaii | salesbooks+6 | — | 2h 09m 48s | |
| 9/8/25 |  #272: Hans Schlegel sold books.✨ | book sellingentrepreneurship+4 | Hans Schlegel | Southwestern Alumni NetworkPony Tales | northwest OhioJoplin, Missouri | Hans Schlegelbook selling+4 | — | 3h 31m 25s | |
| 8/20/25 |  #271: Ben Fisher sold books.✨ | book sellingentrepreneurship+4 | Ben Fisher | FORCE organizationScribbaloo and the Color Cruncher | CaliforniaNebraska | Ben Fisherbook selling+6 | — | 1h 31m 31s | |
| 6/16/25 |  #270: John Carey sold books.✨ | grid securityrenewable energy+5 | John Carey | Southwestern AdvantageOvanova+3 | NC State | energy gridmicrogrid+5 | — | 2h 39m 50s | |
| 6/9/25 |  #269 Lester Crafton & John Carey sold books.✨ | energysolar+4 | Lester CraftonJohn Carey | USDA | — | energy trailerssolar modules+3 | — | 3h 18m 00s | |
| 5/27/25 |  #268: Victoria Varberg sold books.✨ | conservationfundraising+3 | Victoria Varberg | Ol Pejeta ConservancyCardinal Senior Benefits | KenyaGreece | conservationfundraising+3 | Cardinal Senior Insurance | 2h 11m 34s | |
| 4/16/25 |  #267: Eric Hampton sold books.✨ | AI startupscareer advice+4 | Eric Hampton | Lemony.aiSouthwestern Advantage+1 | Greece | AIstartups+5 | — | 2h 04m 52s | |
| 4/11/25 |  #266: Ella Roach sold books✨ | book sellingpersonal growth+3 | Ella Roach | Southwestern AdvantageBIZZLER | Greece | book sellingentrepreneurship+3 | Cardinal Senior Insurance | 4h 01m 52s | |
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| 4/8/25 |  #265: Joe Siau sold books. | Get info about BIZZLER in Greece here: cassandra@travodyssey.comIn this episode of The Pony Tales Podcast, we chat with Joe, who sold books for three summers in the 1980s and went on to build a remarkable career. Joe is the author of Habits Driven is the Game Changer, where he shares how the habits he developed during his book-selling days paved the way for his success in business. He’s now a consultant for Live Better Financial in California, specializing in Reverse Mortgages and Divorce Lending, a unique niche in the mortgage industry. This episode offers a fascinating look into Joe’s career journey and the impactful lessons he’s learned along the way. Tune in—you won’t want to miss it! A big thanks to our sponsors over at Cardinal Senior Insurance. Get a sit down with their leadership and schedule an Interview with Cardinal Senior BenefitsIF THIS IS YOUR FIRST EPISODE: Welcome to The Pony Tales Podcast, where we dive into the inspiring stories and unique experiences of Southwestern Advantage alumni. Each episode features candid conversations with former book-sellers, exploring how their time selling books shaped their personal and professional lives. From incredible career journeys to valuable life lessons, our guests share the habits, mindset, and challenges that led them to success. Whether you’re a former book-seller or just looking for some motivation and wisdom, you’ll find something to relate to and learn from in every episode. Tune in and be inspired! | — | ||||||
| 4/7/25 |  #264: Emma Wheeler (Barnett) sold books. | In this episode of The Pony Tales Podcast, we sit down with Emma, a true champion of the book-field. Growing up in a family of successful book-sellers, Emma shares what it was like to be surrounded by such a high-achieving alumni family. She opens up about the pressures of living up to their success and how she learned to let go of her ego and the need for recognition. By embracing a mindset of self-improvement, she hit her biggest goals yet. A big thanks to our sponsors over at Cardinal Senior Insurance. Get a sit down with their leadership and schedule an Interview with Cardinal Senior BenefitsGet info about BIZZLER in Greece here: cassandra@travodyssey.com | — | ||||||
| 1/10/25 |  #263: Monette Howell Sedberry sold books. | Monette Howell is a 7-summer book girl who sold in the late-70s/early-80s at a time when not many women were on the bookfield. During the COVID shutdown, Monette started her own weekly podcast, Mornings with Monette. She and Andres talk about the origins of her podcast and the learning curve that comes with an audio platform. Monette had a star-studded career on the bookfield and she talks about how she was a student of the game, what she did to bring a 20-man team, and so much more. Be sure to check out her show via the links below!Mornings with MonetteApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mornings-with-monette/id1513242698Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rR1IPEADGAAJvD913SdtF Book link: Habits Driven is the Game Changer https://www.amazon.com/Habits-Driven-Game-Changer-Siau/dp/1951797949Key Moments and Chapters:00:00:00 - Start00:03:30 - Was it a Cult?00:06:00 - Having one of your kids go sell books00:09:20 - Mornings with Monette00:18:50 - Top Series of the Podcast00:21:30 - Content creation process00:31:34 - SW Origin Story00:36:30 - Being good at selling is different than being a good manager00:40:15 - Managing women?00:48:20 - The Firsts - and without a car00:59:30 - The Power of Belief01:08:00 - How to leave your territory in pristine condition01:16:10 - Recruiting lessons01:23:00 - The Famous Off Schedule Rodeo Encounter01:26:00 - Rapid Fire01:50:00 - Moonshine Capital of the World01:53:20 - 20th Man on the 20-Man Team02:00:00 - Pony Tales | — | ||||||
| 12/19/24 |  #262: Theo Davies, Highlanders | At the time of this recording, Theo is the Head of Business Enablement for Google in the Asia-Pacific region. In this episode, we discuss his career journey from books to Google, his accomplished public speaking career, and, of course, how he holds the record for experienced dealers and the best day ever—literally. You can connect with Theo regarding his latest career move on LinkedIn. A big thanks to our partners over at Cardinal Senior Benefits. If you want more information about them, here’s the link. Schedule an Interview with Cardinal Senior Benefits | | Chapters and Key Moments - 00:00:00 Start 00:07:30 What Theo has been up to 00:13:25 Finance to SW Consulting 00:19:27 Working at google 00:28:00 Hackathon 00:44:45 Day to day at google 00:54:42 Public speaking career 01:06:54 How did you get into SW? 01:14:11 First Sale 01:15:48 BIGGEST DAY RECORD | — | ||||||
| 11/1/24 |  EE: Habits Acquired Since SW | Being curious, a better listener, less judgmental, and letting go are just some of the topics we shared in this hour long Executive Exercises episode. Let us know what habits you’ve learned since leaving the bookfield that you are proud of! Also, here is the video of the door-to-door pizza guy. Books mentioned: | — | ||||||
| 9/5/24 |  #261: Adam Outland, TD | Adam, a nine-summer bookman, hops on the show for a shorter episode with Andres. Oddly enough, Adam had multiple encounters with Filipino families while on the brookfield, and has some great stories to accompany them. Since his time selling books, Adam has worked with Southwestern Consulting and launched the student consulting branch of the group for middle and high school students. UPCOMING: Adam is part of a new non-profit venture to take the student coaching model to kids aging out of the foster care system. September 19 at 5:30 pm at the Company Headquarters in Nashville, they’re hosting a social fundraiser for the non-profit, Kindness for Kids. If you are interested in supporting this worthy effort, connect with Adam through the website! Check out Adam’s other podcasts: Inside Great Minds :https://www.instagram.com/insidegreatmindsadam/ The Action Catalyst: https://www.instagram.com/actioncatalystpodcast/ Key Moments and Chapters: 00:00:00 - Start 00:04:30 - RAPID FIRE Questions 00:10:50 - Filipino Breakfast Spot - “You Book Man!” 00:17:00 - Redefining belief barriers - the mom who refinanced her home to buy the books 00:20:00 - The Universe conspiring on your behalf 00:25:00 - Recruitment into Southwestern, impressed by Lester 00:29:00 - Living with a Filipino Mr. Miyagi 00:31:25 - “First Door” had no door 00:33:38 - Origin of SW Student Coaching program 00:41:00 - Andres’ soccer coaching philosophy 00:44:25 - “Tremendous change starts with the education of the populous.” JFK 00:46:00 - Tina Outland, field hockey club 00:48:15 - PONY TALES - What you’re doing now will change your life 00:52:20 - Kindness for Kids Social Fundraiser, September 19, @5:30 pm 00:58:30 - Aiden says hi - I am Brave, I am Strong, I am Kind! | — | ||||||
| 8/13/24 |  EE: Quiet Quitting. | This might be the best Executive Exercises episode ever. (Say that four times fast. It had disagreements, laughs, and feet. | — | ||||||
| 7/28/24 | #260: Phil Varberg, CADILLACS | Phil hops on as our second Varberg to grace the show (Peter is #215). From growing up in the Philippines, Phil heard all about selling books from his dad, and knew this was the path for him. He and Andres talk about the twists and turns of life after the bookfield and his journey with Inspire Benefits, before digging into some wild stories of the days slingin’ books. Phil sold for 7 summer and has the stories to prove it. If you’re watching, around the 90-minute mark, take a peek at the photos Phil shares! Enjoy this episode that is FRIEEED WEEELLLL. Executive Exercise link: Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ee-when-to-fire-someone/id1550828313?i=1000660581150 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/episode/1O23O6pLuxsNv1g0vMkRnQ?si=Yje1xY6KRpmSOE1gDASaTg Key Moments and Chapters: 00:00:00 - Start 00:03:06 - A Varberg Family History 00:11:30 - Manifestation of Goal Setting 00:22:45 - Inspire Benefits 00:25:00 - Pursuing the Shadow of my Dad 00:33:20 - Recognize that life is a vapor 00:42:30 - Getting into SW 00:48:00 - First Door, First Summer 00:51:50 - Trailer Park Pony 00:56:00 - Missionary Kid Experience 01:10:00 - Dodge Caravan Incident 01:22:50 - Must. Sell. More. 01:31:00 - Photo Reel! 01:35:50 - Rapid Fire 01:52:30 - PONY TALE | — | ||||||
| 7/26/24 |  EE: Is It Time To Move On? | In this episode Pat, Alecia, Lee and Andres discuss when it is time to quit. How do you know if the career path you are on is not working out? Have you been at your role too long? Are you getting paid enough? Do your values align? These are the questions we address and more. Enjoy! | — | ||||||
| 7/25/24 |  #259: Ian Brown, Eagle Blitz | Ian Brown hops on the show from Tampa, Florida after selling for 7 summers. Ian hit some great numbers in his time on the bookfield, and shares with Andres how his time as a track athlete set him up for success and a “fast” start. From Honky Tonk Badonkadonk, to Jesus PR, to Retail Leasing, these two have a great time catching up - all the way to Pound Town! Key Moments and Chapters: 00:00:00 - Start 00:04:05 - Rapid Fire 00:07:47 - POUND TOWN 00:23:55 - Honky Tonk 00:27:50 - Stocking piling the car 00:33:55 - Best Sales Day 00:46:20 - Recruited by Cousin Shaina 01:02:50 - Track teaching FLOW and getting to 10k summer 01:14:00 - Keys to a Fast Start 01:26:45 - Why leave then? 01:30:00 - Commercial Real Estate vs. Retail Leasing 01:38:50 - PONY TALE | — | ||||||
| 7/14/24 |  #258: Elliott Alexander Part 2, FORCE | PART 2 OF: Elliott Alexander (IG: @Ezander15) sold with the FORCE organization for three summers. Now with Family Heritage, Elliott shares some insight into what makes this endeavor unique from the bookfield experience. He wasn’t always the most “on schedule” bookman, and he and Andres share some fantastic stories of those off schedule shenanigans, complete with finding all of his HQ out on the lawn! Enjoy! | — | ||||||
| 7/11/24 |  #257: Elliott Alexander Part 1, FORCE | Elliott Alexander (IG: @Ezander15) sold with the FORCE organization for three summers. Now with Family Heritage, Elliott shares some insight into what makes this endeavor unique from the bookfield experience. He wasn’t always the most “on schedule” bookman, and he and Andres share some fantastic stories of those off schedule shenanigans, complete with finding all of his HQ out on the lawn! Enjoy! Key Moments and Chapters: 00:00:00 - Start 00:01:52 - Elliott Intro 00:03:30 - Catch Up! 00:08:30 - What IS Family Heritage? 00:12:15 - Going Business to Business - a different approach 00:17:40 - Managing the Gatekeepers 00:21:15 - Long term with Family Heritage? 00:24:30 - The “Sales” Stigma 00:27:40 - Andres’ big news! 00:30:00 - Southwestern Origin Story - all started in PSYC 101 00:44:00 - First Summer in New Hampshire 00:48:00 - “My living room is in a different town” 00:52:10 - FIRSTS 01:03:00 - Panic Attack - first week in Maine 01:14:45 - Off Schedule Stories 01:25:15 - “I never intentionally went looking for weed” 01:30:00 - I gained the tools i needed to learn | — | ||||||
| 6/28/24 |  EE: When To Fire Someone | YOU'RE FIRED! The panel discusses the different circumstances that lead to letting someone go. Are they impacting your culture? Not meeting standards? Overpaid? Check out the philosophies that come up based on the different contexts involving the dismissal of a person from your company. | — | ||||||
| 6/14/24 |  EE: Biggest Lesson from Southwestern and Since! | The title says it all. This time we sit down and chat about the most valuable lessons we have carried with us since our time selling books. This is one you want to have a pen and paper for. For more information about our panel: https://www.maverickandcompany.com/ https://southwesternconsulting.com/coaches/will-metscher | — | ||||||
| 5/23/24 |  #256: Keith Hoogheem, FORCE | Keith sold books with FORCE for five summers. Now with Southwestern Consulting, Keith shares with Andres some powerful lessons learned from his clients and the defining difference between Competing and Collaborating. Keith grew up with Matt Atchison and has some great stories to share on how that influenced his decision to sell with Southwestern, what sales school with the Europeans was like, and of course some remarkable days on the book field. “You know a hoarder’s house when you see one.” Key Moments and Chapters: 00:00:00 - Start 00:06:03 - Keith’s role in SWC 00:12:57 - The Three C’s of Coaching 00:20:40 - Competing or Collaborating 00:29:45 - Growing up with Matt Atchison 00:47:00 - Advantage of Sales School with the Europeans 01:12:50 - Entertainers also Getting in the Reps 02:01:03 - Successful People Still Have Problems 02:03:00 - Don’t Go To THAT House 02:21:12 - RAPID FIRE 02:41:30 - PONY TALE | — | ||||||
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