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The Founderz Lounge

The Founderz Lounge

By Clean Eatz

Welcome to the Founderz Lounge! This podcast will give you an inside look at Don & Evonne Varady. The Founderz of Clean Eatz. Clean Eatz as a brand is two companies. Clean Eatz Franchising is a Nation Wide Cafe Quick Service Brand with close to 100 Franchise locations in 35 States. As well as Clean Eatz Kitchen, which is a distribution model that ships meals in all lower 48 states. It services military installations, pro sports teams, college sports and much more. The Founderz Lounge podcast is going to give you a look into what it takes to run these two giant companies. The good. The bad. And the ugly. Don & Evonne are still in the driver's seat and manage the day to day operations. This is where you will get a sneak peek at what that is like as they share their knowledge along the way.
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The Founderz Lounge Episode 1 - The Founderz

The Founderz LoungeAug 16, 2022

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The Founderz Lounge Episode 16: 50 For The Fallen, Chad Conley

The Founderz Lounge Episode 16: 50 For The Fallen, Chad Conley

This week we sat down with the Founder Of 50 For The Fallen, Chad Conley. Chad is a “salt of the earth” guy. What he does with his organization is incredible!! And much needed. We are proud to support his organization at Clean Eatz anytime we get the chance. If you get the chance to participate in one of his events, you are truly supporting great people and a much bigger cause. Thank You all for listening. As always if you enjoy the show please subscribe and give us a review or a share. Love you guy! 

Aug 29, 202351:05
The Founderz Lounge Episode 15: Jonathan Weathington, Shuckin' Shack

The Founderz Lounge Episode 15: Jonathan Weathington, Shuckin' Shack

Don & Jonathan discuss the ins and outs of franchising in this episode of The Founderz Lounge. Jonathan is the CEO of Shuckin' Shack, a rapidly expanding fresh oyster bar and seafood restaurant. As always, we would greatly appreciate you sharing the episode if you enjoyed what you heard. Thank you for listening.

Aug 15, 202345:51
The Founderz Lounge Episode 14: Ron Holmes, Ryker USA

The Founderz Lounge Episode 14: Ron Holmes, Ryker USA

This weeks episode of Founderz Lounge features the Founder of Ryker USA, Ron Holmes. I am a HUGE advocate the 2A. Knowing how hard it is to market a business under normal circumstances is hard enough. But to hear what they have to go through and others like it in outdoor space was interesting to hear. We also dove into the Life Skillz Camps. A youth camp that teaches young kids basic life skills that are rarely taught anymore. We hope you enjoy it. As always, we would greatly appreciate you sharing the episode if you enjoyed what you heard. Thank you for listening. -Don

Aug 08, 202358:25
The Founderz Lounge Episode 13: Working from Home

The Founderz Lounge Episode 13: Working from Home

In this Episode of the Founderz Lounge, Don & Evonne talk about their mindset and perspectives on working from home versus working in the office. We analyze crucial aspects like communication, collaboration, work performance, and mental health in both work settings. Let us know whether you think WFH or WFO is best for you.

Aug 01, 202321:60
The Founderz Lounge Episode 12: Sam Poppell, From the Bottom to the Top

The Founderz Lounge Episode 12: Sam Poppell, From the Bottom to the Top

In this Episode we sat down with another badass Clean Eatz Franchise Partner with an incredible story of triumph and tribulation. From literally going from prison to seven figure earner in 8 years. Sam Poppell has an incredible story that I promise, WILL grab you. As you will notice, this was a difficult thing for him to talk about and I am very grateful for him sharing it. As always, we appreciate everyone who listens and would love for you to share the show. Thank You. 

Jul 25, 202348:45
The Founderz Lounge Episode 11: Anna "The Savage" Dey

The Founderz Lounge Episode 11: Anna "The Savage" Dey

On this episode we dive into another Clean Eatz Franchise Partner and serial entrepreneur Anna Dey. Anna's story, like many other Clean Eatz owners, is one that should inspire anyone who listens. We are very grateful to have her in our Clean Eatz Family and we hope you enjoy her story. 

Jul 20, 202357:48
The Founderz Lounge Episode 10: The Cable Guy

The Founderz Lounge Episode 10: The Cable Guy

Welcome Back! After a long break we have a new episode for you. This week we have our good friend and Clean Eatz Franchise Partner Mike Parker on the show. Mike has a very inspiring background story. From being broke, couch surfing, to building a small empire of businesses, to him and his wife building their dream home. The hard work and sacrifice is a cool story to hear. We hope you enjoy it.

Jun 27, 202357:37
The Founderz Lounge Episode 9: Burrito Shak Founders Dave & Kara Longo

The Founderz Lounge Episode 9: Burrito Shak Founders Dave & Kara Longo

Dave & Kara Longo are the Founders of an awesome concept called Burrito Shak. Founded in Hampstead NC, they started franchising in 2019 and have almost 10 units open. Dave and Kara are amazing people and their food is unbelievably good. It was a pleasure to sit down with them and hear their story and get to know them and their brand a little better. If you are a burrito fan, you have to try them if you ever get a chance to stop in one of their locations!! 

Mar 28, 202337:56
The Founderz Lounge Episode 8: Invest in People

The Founderz Lounge Episode 8: Invest in People

In this Episode of the Founderz Lounge, Don & Evonne talk about how their mindset and perspectives changed once they learned how to invest in the people around them. They were hard lessons to learn but it shifted the culture of Clean Eatz and has never been the same since.

Mar 14, 202326:51
Episode 7: Started From The Bottom Now He's Here

Episode 7: Started From The Bottom Now He's Here

Episode 7 features our good friend John Mulligan. John is an Under Armor Outdoors Athlete. John also is the creator of a successful outdoors show called Primal Divide. In this episode John tells his story of how he ended up with $6 to his name and in 5 years grew a successful brand and multiple companies. There is a lot of politics in the outdoor industry. If everyone were judged on their journey and their character the way it should be, instead of "who you know", that industry would look a lot different. John has one hell of a story and I am grateful he took the time to share with us. 

Feb 15, 202341:42
Episode 6: The Perfect Balance Doesn't Exist

Episode 6: The Perfect Balance Doesn't Exist

After taking a few months off, The Founderz Lounge is back! In this week's episode Don & Evonne talk about their opinions on the perfect "work/life balance" and why they think it doesn't exist. That, along with finding the perfect morning routine, has become a cliche phenomenon that the two of them have pretty strong opinions on.

Jan 17, 202322:09
The Founderz Lounge Episode 5 - So You Want to Franchise Your Business...

The Founderz Lounge Episode 5 - So You Want to Franchise Your Business...

In Episode 5 Don & Evonne talk about key things any business owner should ask themselves before they decide to Franchise. If you own a business and have thought about going the Franchise route, you may not want to miss this one. They also give valuable nuggets on what to do once you make the decision. This is a very insightful episode in a growing industry. Check it out today. Don't forget to subscribe and share the show for us. We do not have paid sponsorships for the show so the only way for us to grow organically is for you to spread the word. We appreciate you guys and Thank You for the support.

Oct 25, 202245:09
The Founderz Lounge Episode 4 - Who can you trust?

The Founderz Lounge Episode 4 - Who can you trust?

In Episode 4, Don & Evonne share past experiences with Coaches, Advisors, Consultants, and Mentors. They give bits of advice on what to look for when looking for help or being approached by someone offering their help and services. Pretty good information packed into a short 30 minute conversation. Don't miss this one!

Oct 04, 202229:15
The Founderz Lounge Episode 3 - We Make it Look Easy!

The Founderz Lounge Episode 3 - We Make it Look Easy!

In Episode three, Don & Evonne talk about the trials and tribulations of working with your spouse. This was a topic of conversation on an older episode of Clean Truth. Don & Evonne get into a little more detail before and talk about things they do to make it look easy. But trust us, It's NOT!

Sep 13, 202222:56
The Founderz Lounge Episode 2 - The Early Days

The Founderz Lounge Episode 2 - The Early Days

In this episode, Don and Evonne pick up right where they left off in the first episode, getting into all the stories of the early days of business.

There's no playbook, no instruction manual, no coaching, no mentoring that will compare to you just doing it. Figuring it out, messing it up and learning from your mistakes.

Sep 06, 202230:32
The Founderz Lounge Episode 1 - The Founderz

The Founderz Lounge Episode 1 - The Founderz

Welcome to the very first episode of The Founderz Lounge. Don & Evonne introduce themselves and the new show. We say a farewell to Clean Truth as we start a new journey. In this first episode Don & Evonne share their background story. Where they came from. And how Clean Eatz came to be. Buckle in, it's a wild story. Don't forget to subscribe to the show and please share it with your friends. We would really appreciate it!

Aug 16, 202244:51
Episode 84: Bevin Prince

Episode 84: Bevin Prince

In this episode Don and Evonne talk with Entrepreneur Bevin Prince. While a student at UNCW, Bevin was cast on One Tree Hill and spent 6 seasons as a recurring guest star on the show while continuing to act in both Los Angeles and in NYC. Bevin then attended and graduated Excelsus Laureate with an MFA from Savannah College of Art and Design before transitioning into the world of fitness.

She now owns her own successful business in Wilmington NC called Recess by Bevin Prince!
Nov 30, 202142:53
Basic B*tch Season

Basic B*tch Season

In this Episode, Don and Ben get into their list of activities to do in the fall that will keep you active and off the couch eating potato chips!
Nov 23, 202129:46
Episode 82: Supporting Your Spouse's Hobbies

Episode 82: Supporting Your Spouse's Hobbies

In this Episode of the Clean Truth Don and Evonne talk about each others hobbies and how it's important to be able to support the other's endeavors outside of work. They also talk about how impactful it can be on a relationship to support the other's hobbies.
Nov 16, 202131:16
Episode 81: Johnny "Utah" Mulligan

Episode 81: Johnny "Utah" Mulligan

In this Episode Don and Ben are joined by Johnny "Utah" Mulligan. John is a bad ass who has his own hunting youtube show called ArrowWildTV. He talks about his training regimen for staying in shape for all outdoors sports, talks about his background in undercover narcotics operations, and how he is a self taught photographer.
Oct 26, 202156:09
Episode 80: The First "Official" Clean Truth

Episode 80: The First "Official" Clean Truth

In this Episode of the Clean Truth, Don realeases the Clean Truth or Dare Playing Card Game! Its a fun little card game we put together based off the original "Clean Truth or Dare" we started early on in the podcast! And if you want to grab on they are up on the website in limited quantities.

Other than that this episode Don and Ben get into a bunch of topics and even swing a few political topics around too. Its good episode with some good discussion!
Oct 19, 202144:51
Episode 79: Brett Bauer

Episode 79: Brett Bauer

In this Episode of the Clean Truth, the infamous Brett Bauer who always keeps the office supplied with energy drinks and caffiene makes an apperance.

Don and Ben talk with her about supplements, energy drinks, the fitness industry and have a good time doing it.
Oct 05, 202158:51
Episode 78: Q &A, Business Advice and Drinking Stories

Episode 78: Q &A, Business Advice and Drinking Stories

In this episode, Don and Ben sit down and go over some questions from Instagram. They talk about business, working with your spouse, and even some drinking stories.
Aug 24, 202147:12
Episode 77: Stephanie Mock

Episode 77: Stephanie Mock

In this episode Don is joined by Stephanie Mock the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Performance at the University of Pittsburgh.

They talk about her journey through the Strength and Conditioning world, how she has navigated and strived in a business filled with primarily men, and what the most valuable things she has learned along the way are.
Aug 03, 202152:59
Episode 76: Brian Teach and Jeremy Mullins

Episode 76: Brian Teach and Jeremy Mullins

In this Episode of the Clean Truth Don goes to St. Louis and gets a quick podcast in with Brian Teach and Jeremy Mullins. They talk about everything from Fitness and Nutrition to Bourbon.
Jul 27, 202156:38
Episode 75: Be Nice!

Episode 75: Be Nice!

In this episode of the Clean Truth, Don is running solo for a short episode to give everyone a message for the holiday weekend that will be going to restaurants, as well as a message for restaurant owners.
Jul 02, 202103:57
Episode 74: Mike Bianco | Ole Miss Baseball Head Coach

Episode 74: Mike Bianco | Ole Miss Baseball Head Coach

In this episode of the Clean Truth, Don and Ben talk with Ole Miss Baseball Head Coach, Mike Bianco. It was a fun conversion especially since Ben trained under Mike at Ole Miss. They talk about the current season, culture and coaching.
Jun 29, 202101:02:09
Episode 73: Scott Volquartsen | Volquartsen Firearms

Episode 73: Scott Volquartsen | Volquartsen Firearms

In this Episode of the Clean Truth Don and Ben are joined by Scott Volquartsen, owner of Volquartsen firearms. They discuss how to go about running a small business when you have competition with much larger corporations and they discuss what separates Volquartsen Firearms from larger manufactures.
Jun 22, 202153:32
Episode 72: Andy Moeckel "The Flip Flop Guy"

Episode 72: Andy Moeckel "The Flip Flop Guy"

In this episode of the Clean Truth Don and Ben get to talk with Andy Moeckel, also know as "The Flip Flop Guy" for his incredible cooking style of venison and elk. He has an incredible story of perseverance and we hope you enjoy listening to the podcast as much as we did getting to talk with Andy!
Jun 15, 202101:00:23
Episode 71: Luke Day | South Carolina Football Head Strength Coach

Episode 71: Luke Day | South Carolina Football Head Strength Coach

In this episode Don and Ben talk to Luke Day, the University of South Carolina's Head Football Strength Coach.

They discuss what drives people to do what they day and truly motivates them through their Love Language.
Jun 08, 202149:04
Episode 70: Gabe Frank

Episode 70: Gabe Frank

In this episode Don is joined by Gabe Frank of the Frank Institute. They go over and discuss the importance of HRT for men and women and how having a hormonal imbalance can be extremely detrimental.
Jun 01, 202150:38
Episode 69: Preparedness

Episode 69: Preparedness

In this episode of the Clean Truth, with the recent gas shortage in NC Don gets into his list of things everyone should have to be prepared for survival.

Most of the items are basic things that everyone should have access to and should always have in case of emergency.
May 18, 202131:16
Episode 68: If You Are Sucking The System, You Are A Leech. And You Are Going To LOSE

Episode 68: If You Are Sucking The System, You Are A Leech. And You Are Going To LOSE

In this Episode Don shares his thoughts on the current situation with people deciding to stay at home and collect unemployment checks instead of going out and working jobs. There are plenty of jobs out there and along with them, opportunities.
May 11, 202127:35
Episode 67: Joe Solecki and John Salter

Episode 67: Joe Solecki and John Salter

In this episode of the Clean Truth Don is joined by professional MMA Fighters, John Salter from Bellator, and Joe Solecki from the UFC.

They talk about what its like preparing for a fight, the in's and out's of training for MMA, and they talk about Joe's recent win.
May 04, 202127:07
Episode 66: F Off Friday, WeChangeLivez Challenge Recap

Episode 66: F Off Friday, WeChangeLivez Challenge Recap

In this episode Don Ben and Evonne talk about the challenge and how they all individually did on their goals, and then what their goals are moving forward.
Apr 30, 202127:03
Episode 65: The Universal Cycles of Change

Episode 65: The Universal Cycles of Change

In this episode Don goes into what he and Evonne have been taught by their life coach, the Universal Cycle of Change.

He explains where in the cycle he and Evonne have been and shows how you can evaluate where you might be and how to continue moving through the cycles.
Apr 20, 202130:24
Episode 64: F Off Friday, Highly Motivated and Highly Caffeinated

Episode 64: F Off Friday, Highly Motivated and Highly Caffeinated

In this episode of the Clean Truth, Don Evonne and Ben are talking about finally being motivated again, fitness wise and business wise. It is a fun hang out session filled with laughs so check it out and let us know what you think!
Apr 16, 202121:51
Episode 63: F Off Friday, Looking Good Naked and "We"

Episode 63: F Off Friday, Looking Good Naked and "We"

In this episode of the Clean Truth we get into another F Off Friday where Don evonne, and Ben get into goals for the summer to look good naked, and how Don is always talking about "We" and how that works differently with Evonne and Ben.
Apr 09, 202128:39
Episode 62: Energy Suckers

Episode 62: Energy Suckers

In this episode Don goes over a few things that have been bugging him lately with people sucking out your energy.

Your time and energy are valuable, don't waste it on energy suckers!
Apr 06, 202129:29
Episode 61: F*ck Off Friday, Texas Barbeque and Hall Passes

Episode 61: F*ck Off Friday, Texas Barbeque and Hall Passes

In this new segment of the Clean Truth, Don Ben and Evonne get together to shoot the shit and just hang out for a fun episode talking about all the recent things happening in their lives and at Clean Eatz.
Apr 02, 202133:56
Episode 60: Paul Eric | Black Rifle Coffee Company

Episode 60: Paul Eric | Black Rifle Coffee Company

In this Episode of The Clean Truth, Don and Ben are joined by Black Rifle Coffee Company's Paul Eric. Paul and the guys talk about the origin of Black Rifle Coffee Company, how Paul got involved. They also get into the do's and donts of coffee making and what makes a good cup of coffee.
Mar 23, 202101:02:26
Episode 59: Hanah Rae Jones

Episode 59: Hanah Rae Jones

In this episode Don and Ben are joined by social media influencer Hanah Rae Jones. They talk about what its like to be social media influencer and how you can make money from a social media following.

They also talk about the difficulties of how to seperate yourself from social media, especially when it is your job.
Mar 16, 202154:07
Episode 58: WeChangeLivez Challenge Winner | Wendell LeSueur

Episode 58: WeChangeLivez Challenge Winner | Wendell LeSueur

In this episode of the Clean Truth, Don, Evonne, and Ben sit down with WCL Challenge winner Wendell LeSueur and talk with him about the challenge and his story.

Wendell is the embodiment of what the Clean Eatz Lifestyle is all about and we are so excited he is our first winner from this year's challenge.
Mar 09, 202134:32
Episode 57: Food Labeling Bullsh*t

Episode 57: Food Labeling Bullsh*t

In this episode Don and Evonne are joined by a former USDA inspector to go through all the misconceptions and overall bullsh*t of food labeling.

They clearly separate all the differences between the "weasel words" used to draw people to buy food.
Mar 02, 202145:46
Episode 56: Training Modalities

Episode 56: Training Modalities

In this episode, Don, Ben and Scott talk about the differences between performing the same exercises for different goals. Don talks about how your training will change based on what program you are running and what your goals are.
Feb 23, 202128:52
Episode 55: Blood Origins

Episode 55: Blood Origins

In this episode Don and Ben sit down to talk with Blood Origins founder Robbie Kröger. They talk about what Blood Origins is, how it came to be and their mission of educating people on the real reason hunters hunt.
Feb 16, 202154:18
Episode 54: The 2021 #WeChangeLivez Challenge

Episode 54: The 2021 #WeChangeLivez Challenge

In this episode of the Clean Truth, Don is joined by Evonne, Ben and Scott as they discuss the new 2021 WeChangeLivez challenge and what is different about it this year.
Feb 02, 202129:15
Episode 53: Rob Rivera

Episode 53: Rob Rivera

In this episode Don sits with Rob Rivera. Founder of SOF Way. A Great initiative and great cause doing amazing things for our men and women in the military.
Jan 26, 202130:50
Episode 52: Free Stuff

Episode 52: Free Stuff

In his episode Don sheds some light on his thoughts about people constantly trying to get free stuff from business.
Jan 19, 202123:59
Episode 51: Kyle McClellan, Brace For Impact

Episode 51: Kyle McClellan, Brace For Impact

In this episode of The Clean Truth, Don and Ben sit down and get on a call with Kyle McClellan and talk about Kyle's charity with Brace For Impact. They discuss all the work they do in Haiti and in St. Louis area.
Jan 12, 202148:19