Episodes

  • A Listener Case Study on Selling Your Practice

    A Listener Case Study on Selling Your Practice
    Jun 18 2026
    As a dental professional, you may wonder about the implications of selling your practice to a DSO versus a private buyer. In this episode it's case study time as we delve into crucial insights on this topic, including tax considerations, the time value of money, and what it means for your practice.
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    32 mins
  • It All Starts Right Here with Dr. Brendan Gallagher

    It All Starts Right Here with Dr. Brendan Gallagher
    Jun 3 2026
    We've looked at serveral dentists deep into their careers and gone over how a DSO doesn't really make sense...what about the doctor with all of the promise in the world on the very front of his career...does a DSO make sense there? In this episode, Brendan Gallagher, an oral surgeon and podcaster, shares insights on the impact of DSOs on dentistry, the importance of practice ownership, and strategies for young dentists to maximize their careers and income potential.
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Now, The DSO Will Make Your Equity...Disappear

    Now, The DSO Will Make Your Equity...Disappear
    May 12 2026
    This episode exposes the realities behind DSO equity and why selling to a DSO often results in less financial benefit than expected. There is a magic trick all DSOs are trying to pull...the magically disappearing equity. Nate and Bob dissect the myths, true principles, and risks associated with DSO deals, empowering dentists to make informed decisions about their practice futures.
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    26 mins
  • Sometimes It Pays To Listen To Your Better Half with Dr Mike Crockett Part 2

    Sometimes It Pays To Listen To Your Better Half with Dr Mike Crockett Part 2
    May 1 2026
    Starting a dental practice can be daunting, but with the right insights and support, it can also be incredibly rewarding. Mike and Christy Crockett, who have navigated the complex world of dentistry together, share their journey—from Mike’s schooling to their eventual ownership of a successful dental practice. In this post, you'll discover key lessons on building a practice, the importance of relationships in business, and how to make informed decisions like when to Say No to a DSO, this is the awesome conclusion to a great interview with Nate and Dr. Mike Crockett and his great wife Christy.
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    44 mins
  • Sometimes It Pays To Listen To Your Better Half with Dr Mike Crockett Part 1

    Sometimes It Pays To Listen To Your Better Half with Dr Mike Crockett Part 1
    May 1 2026
    Starting a dental practice can be daunting, but with the right insights and support, it can also be incredibly rewarding. Mike and Christy Crockett, who have navigated the complex world of dentistry together, share their journey—from Mike’s schooling to their eventual ownership of a successful dental practice. In this post, you'll discover key lessons on building a practice, the importance of relationships in business, and how to make informed decisions including when to Say No to a DSO. Enjoy meeting the Crocketts with Nate in this awesome 2 part series.
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    45 mins
  • Unmasking the DSO Deal: What Every Dentist Must Know

    Unmasking the DSO Deal: What Every Dentist Must Know
    Apr 19 2026
    This episode exposes the hidden truths behind DSO deals in dentistry, revealing how dentists are often financially fleeced through complex deal structures. Bob and Nate bring you their expert analysis to break down the mechanics of these deals, showing why saying no to DSOs is crucial for dentists' financial health.
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    36 mins
  • A Smooth Voice From the South With Dr Travis Nixon

    A Smooth Voice From the South With Dr Travis Nixon
    Apr 14 2026
    In this in-depth interview, a blue blooded Tar Heel, Dr. Travis Nixon shares his insights on the rise of DSOs, legislative challenges, and how dentists can protect their profession through education and advocacy. Not only does Dr Nixon have great insight into the current dentistry pipeline of practitioners, he also shares incredible insights into the business and structural changes of medicine and draws parallels to dentistry. You are going to love this episode with Dr Nixon
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    56 mins
  • Who Works For Who? 6 DSO Tricks Most Dentists Don't See

    Who Works For Who? 6 DSO Tricks Most Dentists Don't See
    Mar 27 2026
    This episode explores the six fundamental principles that reveal why DSO deals are detrimental to dental practitioners. Hosts Bob and Nate dissect the realities of private equity models, emphasizing the importance of maintaining control, understanding the true value of your practice, and making informed decisions to protect your wealth and profession.
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    26 mins