We Bought A Franchise!
We Bought a Franchise – The #1 Franchise Podcast by Real Franchise OwnersThe top franchise podcast where actual franchise owners reveal what really works in franchise ownership. If you're researching how to buy a franchi...
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- Tim Doherty1 ep
- Dr. Arleen Lamba1 ep
- Shane Evans1 ep
Also: Jen Cain, Storm Miller, Lance Ingram, Tim Lovett, Bobby Kelley, Shideler Bennett, Andrew Edwards
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8.3K to 75K🎙 Sporadic cadence·68 episodes·Last published 3w ago - Monthly Reach
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8.3K to 75K🇺🇸100% - Active Followers
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 10/2/26 | Corey Albertson, founder of Wet Fuel Franchise | Send us Fan Mail Kathryn and Morgan sit down with Corey Albertson, founder of Wet Fuel, to break down how mobile diesel and DEF delivery helps fleets stop wasting time at fuel stops and start the day with full equipment. We dig into what makes the model work, what franchisees actually do in the first 60 days, and why logistics, service standards, and tech matter as much as fuel price. • Corey’s path from Army aviation logistics to building a fuel delivery franchise • How overnight... | 36m 28s | ||||||
| 6/2/26 | home servicesfranchise+4 | Andrew Edwards | Gorilla Property Services | — | franchisemobile business+7 | — | 54m 13s | ||
| 5/5/26 | franchise ownershipmobile showroom+3 | — | HVACPlumbing+1 | — | franchisemobile showroom+5 | — | 38m 01s | ||
| 4/9/26 | fitnessentrepreneurship+3 | Tim Doherty | Project Lean Nation | — | federal prisonfranchise owner+5 | — | 41m 30s | ||
| 3/22/26 | franchisingbusiness growth+3 | Dr. Arleen Lamba | GLO30 | — | GLO30franchisees+3 | — | 46m 27s | ||
| 2/18/26 | wellnessfranchising+4 | Shane Evans | Massage HeightsHeights Wellness Retreat+1 | — | wellness retreatfranchise+5 | — | 47m 01s | ||
| 2/4/26 | protein smoothiesfranchise growth+3 | — | HB Protein SmoothiesSmoothie King+1 | — | protein smoothiefranchise+5 | — | 47m 29s | ||
| 2/3/26 | wellness franchisesfranchise model+3 | Jen Cain | Sequel BrandsClub Pilates+3 | — | longevity centerwellness franchise+7 | — | 42m 33s | ||
| 1/20/26 | cabinet restorationfranchise development+3 | Storm Miller | Rep’M GroupRenew Medic | — | cabinet restorationfranchise+3 | — | 34m 12s | ||
| 1/15/26 | home servicesartificial turf+4 | Lance IngramTim Lovett | Waterloo TurfWe Bought a Franchise | — | Waterloo Turfartificial turf+5 | — | 51m 27s | ||
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| 1/2/26 | home care franchisefranchise investment+3 | Bobby Kelley | Home Helpers | — | home care franchisefranchise investment+3 | — | 52m 11s | ||
| 12/15/25 | franchise scalingbusiness operations+3 | Shideler Bennett | Crumbl | — | franchiseCrumbl+6 | — | 1h 00m 19s | ||
| 12/4/25 | Jay and Carolina Orosa: From Franchisees To Franchise Mentors | Send us Fan Mail Ready to turn a franchise into a true asset rather than a demanding job? We sit down with Jay and Carolina Orosa—former top-performing home care franchisees and now part of our franchise consulting team—to unpack how they launched, scaled to hundreds of clients and 300+ caregivers, and exited on favorable terms without losing the heart of the business. Their story blends compassion with ruthless clarity on unit economics, showing why culture and margins aren’t opposites; they... | 1h 04m 25s | ||||||
| 11/24/25 | Why Pilates Franchises Win: Recurring Revenue & Strong Margins Explained | Send us Fan Mail Pilates franchise investment is exploding - but is it actually profitable? Emily Brown from Limitless Franchise Growth breaks down the real numbers behind Jet Set Pilates, Project Lean Nation, and Fundraising University franchises. We cover franchise costs, unit economics, profit margins, and what differentiates top-performing boutique fitness owners from those who struggle. 🎯 What You'll Learn: ✅ Pilates franchise cost breakdown and ROI expectations ✅ Why recurring revenue m... | 42m 26s | ||||||
| 11/17/25 | Brandon Downer: How Pink's Window Cleaning Franchise Turned Home Services Into Hospitality | The Franchise Insiders Podcast | Send us Fan Mail Brandon Downer: How Pink's Window Cleaning Franchise Turned Home Services Into Hospitality | The Franchise Insiders Podcast Discover how Brandon Downer built Pink's Window Cleaning from a neighborhood observation into a thriving home services franchise that treats customers like guests and technicians like hospitality professionals. From Layoffs to Launching a Home Service Franchise After two layoffs, Brandon Downer and his partner Carter spotted an opportunity during a neigh... | 53m 09s | ||||||
| 11/10/25 | Pool Service Franchise Deep Dive: Puddle Pools' Recurring Revenue Model | Franchise Investment Review | Send us Fan Mail Pool service franchise meets tech-driven recurring revenue. Discover how Puddle Pools built a scalable pool cleaning franchise across the U.S. and Canada with predictable cash flow, lean overhead, and margins that attract both operators and private equity. The Pool Maintenance Franchise Business Model We sit down with Puddle Pools founder Mark Amery and our full franchise consulting team to break down a home service franchise opportunity built on weekly residential routes, ma... | 46m 49s | ||||||
| 11/3/25 | Chuck Runyon: Co-Founder of Anytime Fitness on how technology and empathy helped build Anytime Fitness | Send us Fan Mail A small-town key and a big idea changed fitness forever. We’re sitting with Chuck Runyon, Co-Founder of Anytime Fitness and Purpose Brands, to trace the leap from oversized racquetball clubs to tech-enabled, 24/7 gyms that actually match how people train today. Chuck opens up about building with empathy for small business owners, why “health first, brand second” guides every decision, and how a relentless focus on unit-level performance fuels enduring growth. We dig into the... | 47m 25s | ||||||
| 10/20/25 | Josh York CEO GymGuyz How Mindset, Accountability, And Grit Turn A Small Idea Into A Global Fitness Brand | Send us Fan Mail We sit down with GymGuyz founder Josh York to unpack how a mobile fitness brand scaled to seven countries by pairing accountability with convenience and culture. We talk mindset, unit economics, trainer retention, recovery, cash flow, and the power of relentless consistency. • bringing the workout to clients anywhere with fully equipped vans • why gyms fail most people and accountability wins • exercise as medicine and habit design that sticks • group sessions, B2B classes, ... | 46m 47s | ||||||
| 10/14/25 | How Two First-Time Franchisees Built a Thriving Roofing Business — With Zero Construction Experience | Send us Fan Mail How Two First-Time Franchisees Built a Thriving Roofing Business — Without Construction Backgrounds In this episode, the team sits down with Kevin and Kathy, first-time franchise owners of Action Exteriors, to unpack how two non-constructors turned a leap of faith into a fast-growing exterior restoration business. They share how they mastered insurance claims, learned the trades on the fly, built a team-first culture, and turned single-scope roof jobs into multi-trade project... | 50m 32s | ||||||
| 10/6/25 | How Low-Cost Franchises Scale with Thomas Scott | Send us Fan Mail Want a business that doesn’t just pay you—but can be sold for a multiple? We dive with Thomas Scott into the playbook behind low-investment, high-potential franchises and why home services are the quiet engine of real, sellable equity. From custom closets to dryer vents, Thomas breaks down how to “build the box”: modern marketing, a tight CRM stack, accessible SBA financing, and a category with durable demand. We talk strategy, not hype—how to win in crowded markets by studyi... | 38m 51s | ||||||
| 9/29/25 | Aaron Harper’s Franchise Playbook: Why Niche Service Brands Beat Food in 2025 | Send us Fan Mail Looking for the real playbook behind franchise growth in a high-rate, AI-shaken market? We sat down with Aaron Harper—architect of Rolling Suds’ explosive rise—to unpack why niche, recurring service businesses are beating capital-heavy food brands and how honest expectations turn into better outcomes. From the Patch Boys turnaround during COVID to building the largest power washing brand by units nationwide, Aaron shares the decisions that mattered: targeting a service with c... | 55m 42s | ||||||
| 9/15/25 | Beyond Haircuts: Building a Children's Salon Empire with Sharkey's Cuts for Kids Owner Lacy Altenhofen | Send us Fan Mail What does it take to build a successful children's hair salon franchise? Lacy Altenhofen, owner of multiple Sharkey's Cuts for Kids locations in Texas, reveals the unexpected journey that transformed her from marketing professional to thriving entrepreneur. Driven by a desire to bring valuable services to her hometown communities, Lacy discovered Sharkey's Cuts for Kids through what she calls "serendipity" – receiving an email from the co-founder himself while simultan... | 33m 35s | ||||||
| 9/10/25 | Voda Restoration CEO Dan Claps on How Technology and AI Are Reshaping Franchise Industries | Send us Fan Mail When searching for a franchise opportunity, are you immediately drawn to the newest concepts with the flashiest marketing? In this eye-opening discussion with Voda Restoration CEO Dan Claps and a powerhouse panel of successful franchise owners, we unpack the surprising truth about franchise selection that most prospective buyers miss. "90% of being an entrepreneur is picking the right industry," shares Dan, who sold his previous franchise company to private equity befo... | 32m 54s | ||||||
| 9/2/25 | Franchise Ownership in 2025: Hot Takes and Hard Truths | Send us Fan Mail What happens when you gather six successful franchise owners in one room and ask them to share their unfiltered insights? You get a masterclass in franchise reality that cuts through the noise and marketing hype. The Franchise Insiders team brings decades of combined experience as both franchise owners and consultants to deliver a refreshingly honest look at what's actually working in franchising today. This special roundtable episode features Jack and Jill alongside their e... | 56m 54s | ||||||
| 7/28/25 | Building Success Stories: How Two Best Friends Found Their Path in Franchise Ownership | Send us Fan Mail Childhood best friends turned successful franchise owners Kathryn Allen and Morgan Noller reveal their remarkable journey from selling scrunchies as kids to becoming top-performing Soccer Stars franchisees in this captivating conversation. These dynamic entrepreneurs speak candidly about their transitions from corporate careers to business ownership, sharing how they've managed to double growth rates, achieve system-wide recognition, and create thriving businesses while bala... | 39m 42s | ||||||
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