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Parents Making Profits

Welcome to the #1 podcast for parents who are entrepreneurs.

James Oliver, Jr., a 3X founder, co-founder of the world's cutest twins, and Techstars and gener8tor alum, brings you topics, guests, and advice to help you be the best parent and entrepreneur you can be.

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Oct. 31, 2024

How to create mental wellness as a founder, with Shahab Kaviani from Founder Well

In this episode, James talks with Shahab Kaviani, of Founder Well, about what founders can do to create mental wellness.  Shahab is graciously offering the first three listeners a free 3-month pass on the Founder Well platfo…
Oct. 15, 2024

Every day it's just you vs. you: How to get out of your own way and go be great!

In this episode,  James inspires you to get out of your own head and get to work being great! James reached out to his friends, Damon Brown of , and Peachi Williams, founder of  to get their takes on the subject.  Connect wi…
Oct. 7, 2024

Techstars CEO, David Cohen, helps three founders improve their elevator pitches, and shares the Techstars co-founder origin story. Plus we talk about how to convert mentors into sponsors

In this episode, James replays a live-stream pitch event from LinkedIn with Techstars CEO, David Cohen, giving three founders feedback on their pitches; he also shared the Techstars co-founder origin story. And finally, he a…
Aug. 16, 2024

What do unicorn founders look like?

In this episode,  James discusses an interesting TechCrunch article, "New study of unicorn founders finds most are ‘underdogs,’ and female founders are rising" By Mike Butcher. Connect with James on  and share your thoughts…
July 28, 2024

10 things you can do this week to be happier. We have a special guest, James’ wife, Prudence!

In this episode, James explores a Real Simple "10 "Microadventures" You Can Take When You Need a Quick Happiness Boost, By Amy Maclin. Try them this week! And we have a treat for you today, James invited his wife, Prudence,…
July 18, 2024

Thriving is greater than surviving

In this episode,  James explores a Forbes article, "How To Thrive: 7 Ways To Create Happiness In The Future Of Work, by Tracy Brower, PhD
 Connect with James on  and share your thoughts. Because I'm a LinkedIn snob, please a…
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"Great podcast! You've got two of the most knowledgeable fellas when it comes funding, grants and etc."

Annette Smith | April 28, 2022

Profitable Perspective

"The blend of Mario and James’s experience is only matched by their chemistry. They slow it down without wasting your time, and humor in each episode. This podcast is results-based. Easy 30 minute li…"

BisonOne | April 12, 2022

Professional and engaging

"These guys sound great. Well engineered, engaging content, and good banter."

HighwayFlower | March 29, 2022

A great resource for parents who are entrepreneurs

"James, Mario, and guests share really great tips and resources to help with your business. Keep listening!"

Sonja | April 30, 2022

Great podcast

"Great podcast. I enjoyed listening to real talk."

Couponsaver2001 | April 29, 2022

Fun, informative, and powerful

"I love this show. The hosts are fun to listen to, and they pick great guests. Way more importantly, they hit on topics that matter. One of my new favs already."

dgcohen23 | April 28, 2022

Incredible!

"I’m not an entrepreneur or parent but I’ve found this podcast to be incredibly instructive in my approach to my workplace relationships. Truly inspiring!"

1sweetpea14 | May 2, 2022

Unlocked Gems!

"The conversations that take place on this podcast are filled with gems that help add value to my personal and professional life every time I listen. I would love to see these convos continue outside …"

Daempressky | May 4, 2022

I love this!

"This podcast drops gems you won’t hear anywhere else! Great info, great hosts, and great guests!"

ChelseaE2.0 | May 4, 2022

Helpful & specific advice

"I have enjoyed every episode that I’ve listened to. I particularly loved the community building episode that just dropped yesterday there was a lot of valuable information about how to put the learni…"

LesliefgBoston | May 6, 2022

Love these guys!

"These guys are great they give concise advice and great tips in every episode for entrepreneurs!"

Dena Patton | July 18, 2022

Great helpful advice

"Mario and James have the best topics and bring a fresh approach for parents in business. Tactical and practical advice combined with some humor make this a fantastic show!"

kenleysun | Oct. 20, 2022
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