Highest Paying Trades No One's Talking About
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This episode is sponsored by Troy Roofing Inc. LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In this Dropping Bombs episode, second-generation roofer and multi-million-dollar owner Troy Musulman reveals how blue-collar grit scales real companies. He exposes industry roll-ups, margins, and consumer traps, explaining how he escaped a wage ceiling and dominated the tear-off roofing niche. Troy also reveals why most "lifetime" warranties are actually just marketing. Action takeaways: pricing with discipline, strategic material...
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Modern Men’s Low Testosterone Crisis — What’s Going On
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This episode sponsored by Vita Bella Health LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In this Dropping Bombs episode, Phil Vella, the former Cisco software sales “godfather” who helped scale the company from $0 to $5B, reveals a data-first playbook for hormones, peptides, and performance. Now running , Vella explains the anti-aging protocols, why comprehensive bloodwork is crucial, the reasons behind low testosterone in young men, and the safe, physician-supervised use of peptides and GLP-1s—avoiding sketchy "not for human...
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How I Bought My First Rental Property at 18 With $5K Saved
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This episode sponsored by Carpenter Realty LightSpeed VT: Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In this explosive Dropping Bombs episode, Larry Carpenter III drops a straight-up masterclass on scaling rentals fast — creative financing, the 1% rule, cash-out refinances, and why "hard work alone" keeps you poor. From buying his first house at 18 to now owning 400+ doors with — Larry reveals exactly how he did it: sourcing off-market deals nobody wants, knowing when to never sell, Section 8 realities, property management at scale, the math to decide in minutes, and...
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He Died, Met Jesus, and Came Back With This Message From God
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LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In this mind-blowing Dropping Bombs episode, Nick Terekhov reveals the truth about unbreakable faith, impossible miracles, and defying medical odds. From fleeing Ukraine at age 4 to building a business empire in America, Nick shares how 4 heartbreaking miscarriages tested everything—until a divine whisper said "it's your turn." Doctors couldn't explain their infertility, but Nick warns: God's protection often looks like delay in a world full of hidden agendas and "truth" suppressions. ...
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The Dark Reality of Bodybuilding: Doctor Said "You're Dying"
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This episode sponsored by The Max Screen Printing LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ Ray Minger hits Dropping Bombs with a raw masterclass on resilience, discipline, and building a million-dollar empire from scratch. Starting as a teen bodybuilder obsessed with gains, Ray shares how tragedy sparked his passion, pushing him to championships, and learning the hard way about bodies, booze and bad decisions. At his peak, a massive heart attack nearly ended it all—until he walked out on that dire prognosis and rebuilt stronger....
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Dan Peña's QLA EXPOSED By Student
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LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In this episode of Dropping Bombs, Christian Dawes brings a raw masterclass on leverage, grit, and buying businesses. Christian is living proof that Dan Peña’s QLA methodology works—even if you’re starting from rock bottom. Kicked out of seven schools and raising four kids, he bought his first company for $2.4M with 110% financing and lined up two more, pushing toward $10.5M in acquisitions. Inside: use other people’s money, build a credible board, and chase deals where the math...
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Your Phone Is Spying on You 24/7 – Data CEO Reveals Big Tech's Dark Secrets
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This episode sponsored by Skydeo LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In this revealing Dropping Bombs episode, Mike Ford, CEO of , breaks down the massive data industry that powers modern advertising. From his garage startup with a Super Bowl commercial to building one of the largest data companies in America, Mike explains exactly how "free" apps actually make billions—by turning your everyday habits into precision advertising gold. Think your phone is just listening? It's worse—it's predicting what you'll do next....
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She Proved EVERYONE Wrong: Down Syndrome to Million-Dollar CEO
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This episode was sponsored by Collettey’s Cookies LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In this inspiring Dropping Bombs episode, Collette Divitto breaks down how she built a booming brand from rejection, disability, and zero handouts. Born with Down syndrome, Collette was rejected from job after job—so she launched , a business that now ships thousands of orders nationwide every week. Alongside her mother and co-founder Rosemary Alfredo, she reveals the exact moment she flipped her story and started building a company...
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$100K Your First Year? The Boring Industry That's Secretly a Goldmine
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This episode was sponsored by Nation One Mortgage LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ "Most people want to avoid the fire.. I walk straight into it." Dropping Bombs welcomes Phil Crescenzo, the mortgage guy builders and realtors call when deals are on life support. With 25+ years of experience, Phil is renowned as the expert who saves deals others abandon, helping builders meet quotas and families secure their dream homes. He exposes broken industry "norms," showing how a small raise or credit tweak can turn a $350K denial into...
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College Kids Built $100K App That's DESTROYING A $36 Billion Industry
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This episode was sponsored by SipSkip LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ Young entrepreneurs Ethan Karian and Sage Gable return to Dropping Bombs with explosive proof that one podcast appearance can ignite empires. After Ethan’s first episode, exploded—scaling to $100K revenue in five months with 30 million YouTube views and major stadium partnerships. From disrupting the $36 billion bar industry to building development company, these visionaries expose the raw truth about taking massive risks when everyone calls you...
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Why are millionaires paying ZERO taxes while you're wrecked by the IRS? In this jaw-dropping Dropping Bombs episode, Adam & Jackie Williams—the CPA-and-attorney duo behind Pennywise Tax Strategies (Inc. 5000)—drop the ultimate tax playbook so entrepreneurs keep their money legally. After saving over a quarter million in taxes in just one year in their own businesses, this power couple built a movement stopping "involuntary donations" to the IRS. This isn't your typical tax prep—they guarantee ROI or keep you out of jail, delivering the exact playbook millionaires use year-round.
But here's the kicker—they drop the tactical arsenal most accountants won't touch: hidden tax code loopholes, the Augusta Rule, and the best tax strategies to maximize your deductions—all with audit-proof documentation. Plus, they explain why most accountants miss out on significant savings for their clients. The best part? You can start executing today, not next tax season. If you’re tired of watching your hard-earned money disappear into tax bills, this episode is for you. Stop overpaying, and start building real wealth today.
🔗 Resources
🌐 Pennywise Tax Strategies — https://www.pennywise.tax/
📲 Adam’s Instagram @TheRealAdamWilliams — https://www.instagram.com/therealadamwilliams/
📲 Jackie’s Instagram @faithfashionfinances — https://www.instagram.com/faithfashionfinances/
📲 Pennywise Instagram @pennywise.tax — https://www.instagram.com/pennywise.tax/
🎙️ The Maverick Mindset Radio Show — https://iamadamwilliams.com/pages/about-page-apr-25-10-43-29
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Brad Lea is a self-made entrepreneur who turned small-town grit into a multi-million-dollar empire. With over 25 years dominating sales and leadership, he’s mentored thousands to outsmart, outwork, and out win their competition. His top-rated podcast, Dropping Bombs, brings raw, game-changing insights from the biggest names in business.
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