The Franchise Insiders "Inside Scoop" Podcast
Jack and Jill Johnson are two of the most experienced franchise experts in the industry, and their podcast The Inside Scoop is a must-listen for anyone considering investing in a franchise. Here are five reasons why:1. Jack and Jill have over 20 years of experience in the franchise industry. 2. They sell franchises, so they know which ones are actually making money. 3. They're not afraid to tell it like it is - you won't find any boring interviews on this podcast. 4. Every episode is jam-packed with financials and data that you can use to make an informed decision about which franchise is right for you. 5. Their insights and observations about the franchise industry are incredibly valuable - you won't find anything else like it out there. If you're thinking about investing in a franchise, make sure to add The Inside Scoop podcast to your must-listen list.
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Episodes
49 episodes
The $146B ‘Boring’ Business Nobody Talks About: Why This Mobile Showroom Franchise Is Growing Fast
Most people exploring franchise ownership are looking in the same places: HVAC. Plumbing. Restaurants. The problem? That’s where everyone else is looking too. Meanwhile, there’s a $146 billion ind...
From Federal Prison to Franchise Owner: The Project Lean Nation Story
What if a federal prison sentence was the beginning of your best chapter?That's exactly where Tim Doherty's story starts. He joins Jack and Jill Johnson on We Bought a Franchise to share how fitness became his lifeline behind ba...
Why GLO30 Franchisees Keep Buying More Units
When franchisees start buying more units, that's not a marketing claim. That's a verdict. It's exactly what's happening inside GLO30 — and it's why we had to get founder Dr. Arleen Lamba on the show. GLO30 isn't a facial...
Heights Wellness Retreat CEO Shane Evans on Building a Wellness Empire
Shane Evans, founder of Massage Heights turned Heights Wellness Retreat, joins Jack & Jill Johnson and the Franchise Insiders team to share how a personal health journey transformed a 100+ location massage franchise into a full-service well...
This Protein Smoothie Franchise Is Coming for Smoothie King & Tropical Smoothie — 250 Calories, 35g Protein
This 250-Calorie Protein Smoothie Franchise Tastes Like Ice Cream — And It's Scaling Nationwide HB Protein Smoothies is expanding fast and territories are already moving. ✅ Check territory availability:
Gary Brecka & Tony Robbins Are Launching a Franchise — Here's What You Need to Know
Sequel Brands is building the next generation of wellness franchises—and the team behind Club Pilates, CycleBar, StretchLab, and YogaSix is doing it again. In this episode, Chief Sales Officer Jen Cain breaks down the full Sequel portfolio, the...
Inside Renew Medic: The Hidden Goldmine In Cabinet Restoration
Ready to rethink what a “niche” franchise can do? We’re joined by Storm Miller, director of franchise development at Rep’M Group, to dig into the surprisingly large world of cabinet restoration and why institutional capital loves this space. St...
Waterloo Turf Franchise: High-Margin, Low-CapEx Model + 75-Day Launch (What Item 19 Shows)
Imagine a home services business that turns heads, sparks referrals without begging for them, and actually gives families their Saturdays back. That’s the vision behind Waterloo Turf — and in this episode of We Bought a Franchise, we s...
Home Care Franchise Deep Dive with Bobby Kelly: Inside Home Helpers' 28-Year Playbook
Home Care Franchise Deep Dive: Home Helpers Franchise Review | Best Healthcare Franchise 2025?Is a home care franchise one of the most profitable franchises to own in 2025? We break down the real numbers with Bobby Kelly, who's award...
15 Crumbl Stores with Shideler Bennett: The Real Scaling Playbook
Scaling a franchise sounds glamorous — until you're staring at three simultaneous buildouts and a contractor who just walked off with your materials.That's where Shideler Bennett started. Today he operates 15 Crumbl stores.In this...
Jay and Carolina Orosa: From Franchise Owners To Mentors
Want a real blueprint for turning a franchise into a life-changing asset? We sat down with Jay and Carolina Orosa to unpack how they went from corporate careers to building, scaling, and exiting a thriving home care franchise—and why they’re no...
Why Pilates Franchises Win: Recurring Revenue & Strong Margins Explained
Pilates franchise investment is exploding - but is it actually profitable? Emily Brown from Limitless Franchise Growth breaks down the real numbers behind Jet Set Pilates, Project Lean Nation, and Fundraising University franchises. We co...
How Pink's Window Cleaning Franchise Founder Brandon Downer Turned Home Services Into Hospitality
Brandon Downer: How Pink's Window Cleaning Franchise Turned Home Services Into Hospitality | The Franchise Insiders PodcastDiscover how Brandon Downer built Pink's Window Cleaning from a neighborhood observation into a thriving ho...
Pools On Autopilot: How A Lean Franchise Scales Recurring Revenue
Pool service franchise meets tech-driven recurring revenue. Discover how Puddle Pools built a scalable pool cleaning franchise across the U.S. and Canada with predictable cash flow, lean overhead, and margins that attract both operators ...
Chuck Runyon: CEO of Anytime Fitness on how technology and empathy helped build Anytime Fitness
A small-town key and a big idea changed fitness forever. We’re sitting with Chuck Runyon, cofounder of Anytime Fitness and Purpose Brands, to trace the leap from oversized racquetball clubs to tech-enabled, 24/7 gyms that actually match how peo...
Josh York CEO GymGuyz How Mindset, Accountability, And Grit Turn A Small Idea Into A Global Fitness Brand
We sit down with GymGuyz founder Josh York to unpack how a mobile fitness brand scaled to seven countries by pairing accountability with convenience and culture. We talk mindset, unit economics, trainer retention, recovery, cash flow, and the p...
How Two First-Time Franchisees Built a Thriving Roofing Business — With Zero Construction Experience
How Two First-Time Franchisees Built a Thriving Roofing Business — Without Construction BackgroundsIn this episode, the team sits down with Kevin and Kathy, first-time franchise owners of Action Exteriors, to unpack how two...
How Low-Cost Franchises Scale with Thomas Scott
Want a business that doesn’t just pay you—but can be sold for a multiple? We dive with Thomas Scott into the playbook behind low-investment, high-potential franchises and why home services are the quiet engine of real, sellable equity. From cus...
Aaron Harper’s Franchise Playbook: Why Niche Service Brands Beat Food in 2025
Looking for the real playbook behind franchise growth in a high-rate, AI-shaken market? We sat down with Aaron Harper—architect of Rolling Suds’ explosive rise—to unpack why niche, recurring service businesses are beating capital-heavy food bra...
Building a Children's Salon Empire with Sharkey's Cuts for Kids Owner Lacy Altenhofen
What does it take to build a successful children's hair salon franchise? Lacy Altenhofen, owner of multiple Sharkey's Cuts for Kids locations in Texas, reveals the unexpected journey that transformed her from marketing professional to thr...
Franchising's Next Frontier: How Technology and Smart Industry Selection Create Winners
What separates successful franchise concepts from the overhyped flashes in the pan? In this revealing roundtable discussion, franchise prodigy Dan Claps – who sold his company to private equity before turning 30 – joins forces with seasoned fra...
Franchise Ownership in 2025: Hot Takes and Hard Truths
What happens when you gather six successful franchise owners in one room and ask them to share their unfiltered insights? You get a masterclass in franchise reality that cuts through the noise and marketing hype.The Franchise Insiders t...
The Mindset of Wealthy Franchisees with Scott Greenberg
What makes some franchise owners wildly successful while others struggle? Scott Greenberg, acclaimed author and former top-performing franchisee, unlocks the secrets of "wealthy franchisees" in this eye-opening conversation.Scott's jour...
From Corporate Burnout to Franchise Success: Brian Gross's Kitchen Renovation Journey
What happens when you combine 13 years of corporate experience with the right franchise opportunity? Brian Gross's remarkable story answers this question, revealing how he transformed from a comfortable but unfulfilled financial services profes...
Cascadia Pizza: The Rise of Authentic Neapolitan-Style Franchising
Authentic Neapolitan pizza finally gets the franchise treatment it deserves! In this captivating conversation, we sit down with Trey Reinhart, a Cascadia Pizza franchisee who's redefining what's possible in pizza franchising.Trey's stor...