TTS 122- Reprogramming Responsibly
The Tooth Sleuth Podcast
What happens when you stop viewing full arch as just a procedure—and start treating it like a lifelong commitment? In this episode, Greg sits down with Anjuli Avis, RDH, to break down how practices can reprogram their mindset around implant dentistry. Anjuli brings years of experience in hygiene, operations, and education to the mic to explore how dental teams can show up more responsibly—for patients, for outcomes, and for each other. EPISODE SNAPSHOT Anjuli Avis, also known as The Hustle Hygienist, joins the Tooth Sleuth Podcast for a powerful conversation about what it really means to...
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TTS 121 - No More Permission Slips
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💥 Episode Summary: In this vulnerable and empowering conversation, Greg welcomes back Brandi Marzolino to the podcast for a deep dive into what it really means to lead as a woman in today’s world — especially in the dental industry. Brandi gets real about her personal journey through burnout, self-abandonment, and recovery — and how it led her to create The Lead(Her)ship Experience, a 6-month immersive program launching in August 2025 for women in dentistry and beyond. Together, Greg and Brandi break down the myth that leadership is just about business strategy. They explore how...
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TTS120- Don't Poo Poo the Woo Woo
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🎙️ Tooth Sleuth Podcast – Episode 120 Title: Don’t Poo Poo the Woo Woo: What Burnout, Energy & Career Freedom Really Look Like Guest: Dr. Laura Brenner, Career Coach | Founder of Dentist Side Gigs | Ex-Dentist | Woo Woo Whisperer 🔍 Episode Snapshot Feeling stuck in your dental career? Tired of the burnout buzzword, but know something’s off? Dr. Laura Brenner is back—yes, back!—to join Greg for an unfiltered, deeply personal conversation about what it really means to walk away from a career that doesn’t serve you anymore. From closet career shame to...
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TTS119-Beyond the Drill: Emergency Preparedness in Dental Practices
The Tooth Sleuth Podcast
Title: Beyond the Drill: Emergency Preparedness in Dental Practices In this episode 119 of The Tooth Sleuth Podcast, Greg sits down with dental anesthesiologist Dr. Richard Marn to tackle a critical topic: emergency preparedness in dentistry. With one patient dying each day from medical events in dental settings, this isn’t just important—it’s urgent. Dr. Marn breaks down the four pillars every dental team needs in place: infrastructure, competency, culture, and habit. They explore how to build psychological safety, the value of daily huddles, and why team...
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TTS118- Glenn Vo: Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness
The Tooth Sleuth Podcast
Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness In this episode of the Tooth Sleuth Podcast, Greg sits down with Dr. Glenn Vo—dentist, entrepreneur, and founder of Nifty Thrifty Dentists—for a candid and wide-ranging conversation about success, mindset, and the importance of staying aligned with your values. Dr. Vo opens up about the power of morning routines, the quiet strength of stillness, and why real success is about more than just production numbers. The two explore how dentists can lead with intention, avoid burnout, and build lives that feel as good as they look on paper. You’ll hear...
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TTS117 - From Pike Place to Prime
The Tooth Sleuth Podcast
🎙️ Episode Title: From Pike Place to Prime Guest: Joseph Michelli, Ph.D. Host: Greg Essenmacher In this episode of The Two Sleuth Podcast, Greg sits down with Joseph Michelli, Ph.D.—bestselling author and world-renowned expert on customer experience. From revitalizing the Pike Place Fish Market to guiding One Medical through its $4 billion acquisition by Amazon, Joseph shares what it takes to create extraordinary experiences that drive loyalty, growth, and trust. They discuss: Why all business is personal—especially in dentistry How emotional connection fuels patient trust and...
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TTS116 - Your CPA Might Be the Problem
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On this week’s episode, I sat down with Stephen Nance, CPA. Steve is a seasoned tax strategist at DrillDown Solution, where he helps dental professionals and business owners plan for and minimize tax liability. With years of experience in accounting and a deep understanding of industry-specific challenges, Stephen provides tailored financial guidance focused on tax planning, growth, and profitability. Known for his analytical mindset and approachable style, he builds lasting relationships with clients based on trust and results. Stephen is passionate about empowering others through...
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TTS114 - Résumés Are Trash
The Tooth Sleuth Podcast
On this week’s episode, I sat down with Dr. Michael Neal. Dr. Neal is the Founder & Chief Executive Officer of Build My Team. He is a practicing Optometrist in private practice in Hawley, Pennsylvania. He founded Build My Team to solve his own hiring struggles in his practice by modeling how companies like Disney and the Four Seasons hire. The process worked so well he expanded it to help friends and now Build My Team services clients in 8 different health care professions in over 40 states and Canada. Give a listen as host Greg Essenmacher and Dr. Michael Neal discuss innovative...
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TTS115 -Burnout Broke Me—Then Built Me
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On this week’s episode, I sat down with Kari Carter-Cherelus. Kari has been in the dental industry for 10+ years, her background is in the DSO space - specializing in dental operations and procurement/strategic sourcing. She has worked on the DSO side as a Director of Procurement and as a Consultant. In this conversation, Greg and Kari delve into the critical issue of burnout in the dental community, exploring its prevalence, symptoms, and the lack of support for dental professionals. Emphasizing the importance of recognizing burnout and the emotional toll it takes on individuals,...
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TTS113 - Plug In. Scale Up.
The Tooth Sleuth Podcast
On this week’s episode, I sat down with Dr. Corey Raymond and Tommy Bruneau. Dr. Raymond was the founder and CEO of the Academy of Modern Implant Dentistry, in Philadelphia and has now started a multi-state dental implant office focusing on full arch treatment along with being the Director of Clinical technologies for Implant Direct. Dr. Raymond’s goal is to bring the most up to date digital workflows into the Implant Direct ecosystem. Tommy Bruneau is a dynamic leader at Implant Direct, where he excels in driving innovation and growth in the dental implant industry. With a proven track...
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