In this episode of the Stay Broke Podcast, we’re joined by Graeson McGaha, a North Carolina comedian who’s built a loyal audience through viral generational humor, family-driven comedy, and authentic storytelling. This conversation goes beyond jokes. Graeson shares the behind-the-scenes reality of growing from content creator to touring comedian and business owner. We talk about...
In this episode of the Stay Broke Podcast, we sit down with Aaron Wright, a serial entrepreneur who built and sold multiple pharmaceutical-based businesses before opening iSmash Wake Forest. Aaron shares how he knew early in life that he wanted to be an entrepreneur, why experience often matters more than formal education, and what most...
In this episode of the Stay Broke Podcast, Randy sits down with Ryan McEvoy, a former college hockey player turned multi-unit operator, franchise owner, and founder of a mission-driven nonprofit. Ryan’s journey started with discipline and sacrifice. When he opened his first uBreakiFix location, his business partner fronted the startup costs. Ryan moved into the...
Content Disclaimer: Some topics in this episode involve assault, grief, substance abuse, and personal loss. Listener discretion is advised. In this episode of the Stay Broke Podcast, we sit down with Ron Shirley, founder of Lizard Lick Towing and one of the most recognizable faces in reality television. Ron shares his full story — from...
In this episode of the Stay Broke Podcast, Randy Kerr sits down with Tanisha Butler, owner of Qwik Pack & Ship in Wake Forest, NC. Tanisha shares her journey from the corporate world into owning and operating a turnkey business alongside her family, and what that transition taught her about leadership, systems, and responsibility. A...
The CEO of the North Pole Santa Claus joins the Stay Broke Podcast! In this magical holiday episode, we explore how Santa leads the North Pole, manages the elves, innovates his Christmas systems, and spreads kindness around the world. Learn how he perfectly blends technology and magic to keep the whole operation going to make...
In this episode of the Stay Broke Podcast, we sit down with Jim Thompson, the new President of the Wake Forest Chamber of Commerce. Jim shares his journey from growing up in North Carolina to navigating college, switching career paths, and ultimately stepping into the world of association leadership. His career took him through multiple...
In this episode of the Stay Broke Podcast, Randy sits down with Lauren DiPasquale, the founder of RankRise Studio, a nationally recognized Google Business Profile management company helping businesses of every size increase visibility, ranking, and customer engagement. Lauren takes us through her entrepreneurial journey — starting with her childhood surrounded by entrepreneurship through her...
What happens when a former MLB pitching prospect and a published running biomechanics expert team up to build a performance ecosystem unlike anything in North Carolina? On this episode of the Stay Broke Podcast, we sit down with Brandon Young and Dr. Lee Welch — the minds behind BYoung Physical Therapy, The Running PTs, 8ctane...
In this episode of the Stay Broke Podcast, Randy sits down with Hannah Stutts, founder of JAKS Stables and The Samson Project, for a powerful and emotional conversation about resilience, purpose, and transformation. Hannah’s story begins long before her 10-year journey as a business owner — from being a junior at NC State at just...
