Right About Now - Legendary Business Advice

Right About Now - Legendary Business Advice

The #1 Marketing & Business Show on Apple Podcasts Welcome to Right About Now, where real American business gets a megaphone—and the B.S. gets the boot. Hosted by marketing disrupter Ryan Alford, entrepreneur, founder, and the guy brands call when they want attention, this show slices through the noise with uncensored insights, hard-earned wisdom, and straight-up truths from the frontlines of business. Every week, you’ll get two punchy Guest episodes where Ryan talks with legendary business founders, trending authors, and industry titans about what it takes to build a business and some of the most cutting edge tools and services available. Forget the LinkedIn fluff. This is for doers, builders, and dreamers who want results, not recycled soundbites. Business the way it really works. Real people. Real wins. Real screw-ups. No MBA required. Just guts, hustle, and a sense of humor. Subscribe, listen, and get Right About Now. Because business isn’t broken—it’s just been boring & stale. Until now.

Episodes

January 9, 2026 14 mins

Why do most podcasts stall long before they reach real scale?

In this episode of Right About Now, Ryan Alford is joined by Tom Webster, one of the most respected voices in podcasting and author of The Audience Is Listening, to unpack the uncomfortable truths behind podcast growth.

With nearly 30 years in audio research and media strategy, Tom explains why:

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Luxury isn’t accidental—it’s engineered.

On this episode of Right About Now, Ryan Alford is joined by Dr. Deepak Dugar, one of the world’s most respected surgeons and the architect behind one of Beverly Hills’ most exclusive medical brands.

Dr. Dugar shares how he built a global reputation by going all-in on a single niche, refusing to compete...

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Taxes are the single biggest expense most Americans will ever face—and yet almost no one is taught how they really work.

In this episode of Right About Now, Ryan Alford is joined by Mark J. Kohler, renowned Main Street tax attorney, to break down how the tax code is designed to reward certain behaviors—and how everyday entrepreneurs can legally take advantage of it.

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The New Media Playbook is HERE!

The sports media landscape is changing — and Josh Pate is one of the clearest examples of how new media is winning.

In this episode of Right About Now, Josh Pate joins Ryan Alford to break down how he built a dominant college football media brand without relying on legacy networks, hot takes, or manufactured con...

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What separates people who talk about success from those who actually build it?

In this episode of Right About Now, entrepreneur, investor, and Shark Tank personality Matt Higgins explains why burning the boats — eliminating backup plans — is the fastest way to unlock clarity, courage, and exponential growth.

Matt shares deeply personal stories about growing up ...

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In this episode of Right About Now, Ryan Alford sits down with Jay Paterno—former Penn State coach, author, and leadership expert—for a candid conversation about the real impact of NIL on college football. From the rise of pay-to-play collectives to leadership failures, mental health pressures, and the erosion of fan loyalty, Jay breaks down what’s actually happening behind the sc...

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Right About Now with Ryan Alford

Join media personality and marketing expert Ryan Alford as he dives into dynamic conversations with top entrepreneurs, marketers, and influencers. "Right About Now" brings you actionable insights on business, marketing, and personal branding, helping you stay ahead in today's fast-paced digital world. Whether it's exploring how character and chari...

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Right About Now with Ryan Alford

Join media personality and marketing expert Ryan Alford as he dives into dynamic conversations with top entrepreneurs, marketers, and influencers. "Right About Now" brings you actionable insights on business, marketing, and personal branding, helping you stay ahead in today's fast-paced digital world. Whether it's exploring how character and chari...

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Right About Now with Ryan Alford

Join media personality and marketing expert Ryan Alford as he dives into dynamic conversations with top entrepreneurs, marketers, and influencers. "Right About Now" brings you actionable insights on business, marketing, and personal branding, helping you stay ahead in today's fast-paced digital world. Whether it's exploring how character and chari...

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Right About Now with Ryan Alford

Join media personality and marketing expert Ryan Alford as he dives into dynamic conversations with top entrepreneurs, marketers, and influencers. "Right About Now" brings you actionable insights on business, marketing, and personal branding, helping you stay ahead in today's fast-paced digital world. Whether it's exploring how character and chari...

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Right About Now with Ryan Alford

Join media personality and marketing expert Ryan Alford as he dives into dynamic conversations with top entrepreneurs, marketers, and influencers. "Right About Now" brings you actionable insights on business, marketing, and personal branding, helping you stay ahead in today's fast-paced digital world. Whether it's exploring how character and chari...

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In this episode of Right About Now, host Ryan Alford interviews high performance coach Rudi Riekstins, who shares how empowering individuals within organizations leads to greater business success. Rudi discusses real-life transformations, including a client who went from homelessness to building a million-dollar business, a startup that dramatically increased sales throug...

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Right About Now with Ryan Alford

Join media personality and marketing expert Ryan Alford as he dives into dynamic conversations with top entrepreneurs, marketers, and influencers. "Right About Now" brings you actionable insights on business, marketing, and personal branding, helping you stay ahead in today's fast-paced digital world. Whether it's exploring how character and chari...

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Right About Now with Ryan Alford

Join media personality and marketing expert Ryan Alford as he dives into dynamic conversations with top entrepreneurs, marketers, and influencers. "Right About Now" brings you actionable insights on business, marketing, and personal branding, helping you stay ahead in today's fast-paced digital world. Whether it's exploring how character and chari...

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Right About Now with Ryan Alford

Join media personality and marketing expert Ryan Alford as he dives into dynamic conversations with top entrepreneurs, marketers, and influencers. "Right About Now" brings you actionable insights on business, marketing, and personal branding, helping you stay ahead in today's fast-paced digital world. Whether it's exploring how character and chari...

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Right About Now with Ryan Alford

Join media personality and marketing expert Ryan Alford as he dives into dynamic conversations with top entrepreneurs, marketers, and influencers. "Right About Now" brings you actionable insights on business, marketing, and personal branding, helping you stay ahead in today's fast-paced digital world. Whether it's exploring how character and chari...

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Right About Now with Ryan Alford

Join media personality and marketing expert Ryan Alford as he dives into dynamic conversations with top entrepreneurs, marketers, and influencers. "Right About Now" brings you actionable insights on business, marketing, and personal branding, helping you stay ahead in today's fast-paced digital world. Whether it's exploring how character and chari...

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Right About Now with Ryan Alford

Join media personality and marketing expert Ryan Alford as he dives into dynamic conversations with top entrepreneurs, marketers, and influencers. "Right About Now" brings you actionable insights on business, marketing, and personal branding, helping you stay ahead in today's fast-paced digital world. Whether it's exploring how character and chari...

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Right About Now with Ryan Alford

Join media personality and marketing expert Ryan Alford as he dives into dynamic conversations with top entrepreneurs, marketers, and influencers. "Right About Now" brings you actionable insights on business, marketing, and personal branding, helping you stay ahead in today's fast-paced digital world. Whether it's exploring how character and chari...

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Right About Now with Ryan Alford

Join media personality and marketing expert Ryan Alford as he dives into dynamic conversations with top entrepreneurs, marketers, and influencers. "Right About Now" brings you actionable insights on business, marketing, and personal branding, helping you stay ahead in today's fast-paced digital world. Whether it's exploring how character and chari...

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