Start It or Scrap It
Start It or Scrap It is the ultimate brainstorming session you didn’t know you needed! Join Mike Terkanian, a seasoned business attorney with a knack for spotting potential pitfalls, and Mr. Gummi, a dynamic marketing expert with a flair for turning dreams into reality, as they dive into the wild world of Reddit. Each week, they uncover unique ideas, dissect ambitious plans, and give honest, actionable advice. Whether you're looking to fine-tune your business pitch, pivot a passion project, or find the courage to scrap what’s not working, this duo has you covered.
Laugh, learn, and get inspired—because every great idea deserves a moment in the spotlight (or a reality check).
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Podcasting since 2025 • 56 episodes
Start It or Scrap It
Latest Episodes
Business Truths Students NEED to Hear (LIVE at Neumann Goretti High School!)
This is a special one.For the first time ever, Start It or Scrap It was recorded LIVE in front of a full student, alumni, and faculty audience at Saints Neumann Goretti High School in South Philadelphia.We were invited by School...
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Episode 56
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Do NOT Form an LLC Until You Watch This (2026 Update)
FORM YOUR LLC in 2026 — the smart way, not the expensive way.In episode 55 of our show, Mike & Gummi break down the real differences between LLCs, S-Corps, DBAs, and C-Corps — and how to avoid the costly filing mistakes that destroy...
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Episode 55
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You’re Trusting the Wrong Thing in Your Business (And It’s Costing You Money)
Most business owners think their problem is marketing. It’s not.In this episode of Start It or Scrap It, we break down why founders trust the wrong signals — platforms, tools, dashboards, and agencies — instead of focusing on what actua...
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Episode 54
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The Real Way Founders Will Scale in 2026 (Buy Back Your Time!)
Most founders don’t fail because their idea is bad —they fail because they try to do everything themselves.In episode 53 of Start It or Scrap It, we break down what it really means to buy back your time — and why delegation, hiring,...
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Episode 53
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You Need a Contract — Here’s Why Most Business Owners Get Burned | Ep. 52 | Start It or Scrap It Podcast
Most business owners don’t think they need a contract…until something goes wrong.In Episode 52 of Start It or Scrap It, Mike and Gummi break down why contracts aren’t about being “formal” or “corporate” — they’re about clarity, prot...
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Episode 52
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