Fervent Four

By Zack Miller, Tim Ryan

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Where Hampton Roads entrepreneurs tell their stories. Since 2020, The Fervent Four Show has been the weekly conversation connecting the entrepreneurs, innovators, and community builders shaping the future of Hampton Roads, Virginia. Each Thursday at 11 a.m. EST, hosts Tim Ryan and Zack Miller sit down with founders, CEOs, investors, and ecosystem leaders to explore the real stories behind regional growth — from bold startups and 757 trailblazers to nationally recognized brands born right here. Whether you're launching your first venture or scaling your next big idea, these candid, conversational episodes deliver insights on entrepreneurship, innovation, leadership, and business growth that will keep you fired up long after the mics go off.

Episode Date
How Cox Communications Reinvents, Innovates, and Serves the 757
Dec 11, 2025
How Skydiving Prepared Him for Business Risk No One Talks About
Dec 04, 2025
How a 22-Year-Old Became America's Youngest AMCO Owner
Nov 20, 2025
Breaking Barriers in Tech
Nov 13, 2025
How a Quarter-Life Crisis Sparked a National Brand
Nov 06, 2025
Off the Beaten Path: Building Where2Wheel
Oct 30, 2025
From Forensics to Founding: Rachelle Turiello's Med Tech Mission
Oct 23, 2025
Beyond the Bark: Building Yellow Dog Through Grit and Curiosity
Oct 16, 2025
Gamifying Your Life Through Health Literacy
Oct 09, 2025
AI for High-Stakes Decisions
Oct 02, 2025
How ADHD Became a Superpower for This Entrepreneur
Sep 25, 2025
Exploring Defense Tech and AI with Kali Luthra
Sep 18, 2025
Navigating Startups and AI: Insights from Mari Soonsoo Bae on Innovation and Growth
Sep 11, 2025
Revolutionizing Real Estate: VroomBrick's Journey and Leadership Insights
Sep 04, 2025
When Rock Bottom Becomes the Launchpad
Aug 28, 2025
From HGTV to Multimillion-Dollar Success: Business Growth and Leadership Lessons
Aug 21, 2025
From Defense to Digital Health Using AI to Save Veteran Lives
Aug 14, 2025
Buc-ee's Taught This Guy What About Business?
Aug 07, 2025
From $40 to Financial Freedom
Jul 31, 2025
Exploring Mushrooms: Business, Healing, and Community with Tia Henderson
Jul 24, 2025
Mastering Barber Business: Growth, Client Retention, and Industry Trends
Jul 17, 2025
A Global Look at Healthcare, AI, and the Future of Work with Tim Armstrong
Jul 10, 2025
Navigating Media Evolution and Community Growth with Cathy Lewis
Jul 03, 2025
Diving Deep: Exploring Underwater Careers and Regional Marine Economy
Jun 26, 2025
From Apple to AI: Building Startups and Communities with Jake Spracher
Jun 19, 2025
From Donuts to Disruption: Community, Innovation & the Power of Showing Up
Jun 12, 2025
Tech Communities, AI in Development, and Roller Coasters
Jun 05, 2025
Avoiding Common Pitfalls in Offshore Outsourcing
May 29, 2025
The Answer to Every Single Legal Question
May 22, 2025
Tech, Talent, and Tourism: The New Virginia Beach Economy
May 15, 2025
Harnessing LinkedIn for Business Growth and the Power of Discipline
May 08, 2025
Is Hampton Roads the Next Seattle Tech Powerhouse?
May 01, 2025
The Music Industry Mindset That Builds Better Businesses
Apr 24, 2025
Navigating Funding: Venture Capital, Integrated Capital, and Entrepreneurial Identity
Apr 17, 2025
Building Better Founders at Lighthouse Labs
Apr 10, 2025
Shaping Cities: Landscape Architecture and Urban Development
Apr 03, 2025
Jumping Into Business: Niche Markets, Innovation, and Entrepreneurial Insights with Sanele Lasana
Mar 27, 2025
A Founder's Journey: From Startup to Exit
Mar 20, 2025
Unlocking Government Market Opportunities
Mar 13, 2025
Is It Time to Sell Your Business? What's Next in Your Career?
Mar 06, 2025
Navigating Hospitality & Law: Wisdom from Tejal Desai
Feb 27, 2025
Revolutionizing Tax Expertise with AI: The Power of TaxGPT
Feb 20, 2025
From Passion to Profit: Finding the Right Franchise with Chris Bushey
Feb 13, 2025
From Hockey to Finance: Al MacIsaac's Playbook for Wealth Protection
Feb 07, 2025
JP Carlton on Redefining Construction
Jan 30, 2025
Transforming Healthcare: Patrick Ball on HRBRC's Mission
Jan 24, 2025
Jara Clark on Mind-Body Wellness, Holistic Productivity, and Habits
Jan 16, 2025
AI Solutions for Business and Gen Z Impact with Charlie O'Brien
Jan 09, 2025
Helping Singers Find Their Voice with Mayona Smith
Jan 02, 2025
Ayanna Smalls on Cloud Consulting, Culture, and Tech Representation
Dec 27, 2024
Inspiring Young Minds: Elijah's Turtle-Fueled Journey to Authorship
Dec 19, 2024
Destini Harrell Turns Bold Visions into Lasting Change
Dec 12, 2024
Jalaya Allen on Connecting Opportunities for College Students
Dec 06, 2024
Dr. Eiesha Williamson on Dance, Community, and Portsmouth's Future
Nov 21, 2024
How Type.ai Supercharges the Writing Experience
Nov 14, 2024
Archetype Braces - A New Take on Knee Support for Everyday Movement
Nov 09, 2024
Flying Cars & Hydrogen Tech: Exploring the Future of Transport with LuftCar
Oct 31, 2024
Collin Smith: From Founding ReachSuite to a Game-Changing Acquisition
Oct 25, 2024
Scaling Smarter - How ReplyAI is Transforming Semiconductor Sales
Oct 18, 2024
Preventing IV Failures: How ivWatch is Saving Lives with Real-Time Alerts
Oct 10, 2024
Ayush Garg on Transforming Research with AnswerThis.io
Oct 04, 2024
Unlocking NASA's Innovations for Startup Entrepreneurs
Sep 26, 2024
Leveraging Google Reviews and Strategic Partnerships for Business Growth
Sep 19, 2024
Revolutionizing Mobile Gaming Controllers
Sep 12, 2024
Mid-Atlantic Tech Bridge Connects Innovators to the Navy
Sep 06, 2024
Making Hampton Roads the Best Place to Live, Work, and Play
Aug 30, 2024
Virginia's Startup Surge: Innovations, Competitions, and Autonomous Tech
Aug 23, 2024
From Franklin to Film: L. Terrel Majette on Winning, Production, and Confidence
Aug 16, 2024
Navigating Female Entrepreneurship: Mentorship, Balance, and Authenticity
Aug 09, 2024
Exploring the Hampton Roads Workforce Study
Aug 02, 2024
Tech, Purpose, and Passion!
Jul 27, 2024
Empowering Youth and Navigating Educational Challenges
Jul 19, 2024
Chip Dodd on company growth, minimalism, and finding true happiness
Jul 12, 2024
Career Transitions, Imposter Syndrome, and Managing Live Audiences
Jun 27, 2024
From College Startup to Fitness Innovation
Jun 21, 2024
Leveraging military experience in business and the value of community in entrepreneurship
Jun 18, 2024
Comedy Specials, Corporate Gigs, and Humor in Business
Jun 07, 2024
Connecting Hampton Roads To Regional Growth and Community Initiatives
May 31, 2024
Solving Startup Problems Using Code
May 24, 2024
Leading the Charge in Sustainable Mobility
May 17, 2024
How 757 Accelerate's $20,000 In Capital Helps Startups Succeed
May 10, 2024
A Look At The "Behind the Scenes" of Healing
May 02, 2024
Turning Your Passion Into Your Recognition
Apr 25, 2024
How Late-Night Texts Landed Me A 5-Figure Client
Apr 18, 2024
Unstucking Yourself From Your Current Situation
Apr 11, 2024
How To Fail Forward, and Keep Going Until You Succeed
Apr 04, 2024
How Securing A Home For Your Family Just Became Easier
Mar 29, 2024
How Will It Impact The Way Your Loved Ones Remember You?
Mar 23, 2024
Are You Using AI in 2024? Here's How To Keep Humans in the Loop
Mar 15, 2024
How To Create A Better Union For Hampton Roads and Beyond
Mar 08, 2024
Changing Yourself, You Change The World
Mar 01, 2024
The Psychology Behind Retail Pricing
Feb 25, 2024
How To Tread Water In A Sea of Opportunity
Feb 19, 2024
Activating The Superpower of Your Community
Feb 13, 2024
Inside The Hidden Psychology Behind Your Business
Feb 05, 2024
When Running A Race Isn't Just 'Running A Race'
Jan 26, 2024
Bringing Your Product To Market? A Grant Winner Teaches You How
Jan 20, 2024
How You Can Speak Up And Be Heard By Anyone
Jan 12, 2024
The Roundtable Will Commit Time, Energy & Resources To This in 2024
Jan 05, 2024
This is How Hampton Roads Will Take 2024 By Storm
Dec 29, 2023
Ways to Live Your Most Free Life
Dec 22, 2023
How IncuHub Can Help Business Owners Innovate, Connect, Grow
Dec 15, 2023
Delivering Much-Needed Support to Startup Founders
Dec 08, 2023
Making Connections Through Your Local Chamber
Nov 30, 2023
Mastering the Art of Public Speaking
Nov 16, 2023
Scale Your Business Rapidly With Delegation
Nov 10, 2023
Reviving Your Startup Dream: Battle-Tested Strategies for Vibrancy
Nov 05, 2023
Drones and Flying Ships
Oct 27, 2023
Farmer to Founder
Oct 19, 2023
Systematizing the Contractor Industry
Oct 13, 2023
Polishing a Blue Collar Business
Oct 05, 2023
Can World Hunger Be Solved?
Sep 28, 2023
Does Your Business Need to Be Marketed?
Sep 21, 2023
Buying and Selling a Car Post Covid
Sep 11, 2023
When Your Business is Poop
Sep 07, 2023
What Founders in Virginia Can Do to Grow Faster
Aug 31, 2023
Growing the Virginia Startup Scene
Aug 24, 2023
Technology and Your Business
Aug 17, 2023
Being Colorful in Business
Aug 10, 2023
Building an Event Based Business
Aug 03, 2023
Investing in the Next Virginia Startup
Jul 27, 2023
Developing the Visual Aspects to Your Business
Jul 20, 2023
The 757 Startup Scene
Jul 13, 2023
How to Build a Network
Jul 06, 2023
The Makerspace Movement in the 757
Jun 29, 2023
The Legal Process in Growing Your Business
Jun 22, 2023
Eating Across the 757
Jun 15, 2023
Developing Long Vision Relationships
Jun 08, 2023
Getting a Grip on your Business
Jun 01, 2023
Introducing Innovate Hampton Roads
May 25, 2023
Raising Money in the 757
May 18, 2023
Next Generation Digital Health for New and Expecting Parents
May 11, 2023
The Brand Behind Your Business
May 04, 2023
Powering Startups
Apr 27, 2023
Treating Allergies From Your Kitchen Table
Apr 20, 2023
Making EdTech Fun
Apr 13, 2023
Disrupting Onboarding for Financial Freedom
Apr 06, 2023
Growing Black Owned Businesses
Mar 31, 2023
Bringing Efficiency to the Gig Economy
Mar 23, 2023
Modernizing Talent Acquisition
Mar 16, 2023
From Navy to Self-Taught Entrepreneur
Mar 09, 2023
Spilling the Tea on Entrepreneurship
Mar 02, 2023
Your Legacy on Social Media
Feb 23, 2023
Pitching Your Business Like a Pro
Feb 16, 2023
Deterring Phishing Attacks
Feb 09, 2023
Rolling with the Punches
Feb 02, 2023
The Six Year Evolution of a Founder
Jan 26, 2023
Developing the Mental Athlete
Jan 18, 2023
Sustainability in Business
Jan 12, 2023
Bringing the Heat to Business
Jan 05, 2023
Disrupting the Legal Industry
Dec 29, 2022
Building Black Brand
Dec 22, 2022
Strengthening Small Business
Dec 15, 2022
Showcasing your Vision through Storytelling
Dec 08, 2022
Scaling Your Niche
Dec 01, 2022
Landing Corporate Access
Nov 17, 2022
Never Allowing Failure to be an Option
Nov 10, 2022
Prototyping an Adventure Park
Nov 03, 2022
Simplifying Dating
Oct 27, 2022
Being a Serial Entrepreneur
Oct 20, 2022
Innovation in the Cannabis Market
Oct 13, 2022
Merging with the Competitor
Oct 06, 2022
Running Your Way to Success
Sep 29, 2022
Disrupting the Traditional Home Equity Process
Sep 22, 2022
The Future of Re-Entry and Second Chances
Sep 15, 2022
Getting Over Nerves Before Performing
Sep 08, 2022
Drilling into Business
Sep 01, 2022
How's My Body Language?
Aug 25, 2022
Mom's creating the future job market
Aug 18, 2022
Pro Athlete Turns Founder
Aug 11, 2022
Hydrating With a Purpose
Aug 04, 2022
Supporting Innovation in the 757
Jul 28, 2022
Wellness and Business
Jul 21, 2022
Q&A's with Tim Ryan
Jul 14, 2022
Universities and Entrepreneurship
Jul 07, 2022
Increasing Women + Minority Led Company Funding
Jul 02, 2022
Solving Ground Level Problems from High Above
Jun 23, 2022
Relaunching America's First Oyster
Jun 16, 2022
Building the Podcast of the Future
Jun 09, 2022
Eating Your Own Fsh Food
Jun 02, 2022
Making Mistakes in Business
May 26, 2022
Racecar or Startup? Blayze Founder Dion von Moltke Answers
May 19, 2022
Paul Singh is Bullish on Startups
May 12, 2022
Raising Money in Virginia
May 05, 2022
The Online "Offsite" Team Builder
Apr 28, 2022
The Fervent Four Show Episode 104 Starring Marko Frigelj
Apr 14, 2022
The Business (of) Climate
Apr 13, 2022
DE&I in the Startup Community
Apr 07, 2022
Opening a Business in 2020
Mar 31, 2022
Disrupting The Middle Man
Mar 24, 2022
The Fervent Four Show Episode 100 Starring Jason Calacanis
Mar 17, 2022
The Business Side of Mortgages
Mar 10, 2022
Digitizing the Physical
Mar 03, 2022
Using Technology to Connect Openings with Customers
Feb 24, 2022
Cleaning Up in Business
Feb 17, 2022
Movie Making in Virginia
Feb 11, 2022
Growing a Business with Roadblock and Roadblock
Feb 03, 2022
What Does the Conference Landscape Look Like in Early 2022
Feb 01, 2022
Making the Grant Process a Breeze
Jan 14, 2022
Creating a WOW Movement
Jan 13, 2022
Hydrating Your Business
Jan 06, 2022
How standup can improve your startup
Dec 30, 2021
Building a Healthy Work Culture
Dec 23, 2021
Discovering Your Customers
Dec 16, 2021
The Future of the Corporate Card
Dec 09, 2021
Love and Marriage
Dec 07, 2021
A Photo Studio For Your Pets
Nov 22, 2021
Happiness at Work and Home
Nov 22, 2021
Standing Out in Business
Nov 22, 2021
An Investor's POV on Raising $$$
Nov 22, 2021
Mental Health and Wellness in the 757
Nov 22, 2021
Protecting Yourself from Unknown Dangers
Nov 22, 2021
Understanding the Franchise Business Model
Nov 22, 2021
How One Person's Trash is Another Person's Startup
Nov 22, 2021
Active Duty Coast Guard and Entrepreneurship
Nov 22, 2021
Shopping for the Perfect Patent for Your Business
Nov 22, 2021
Gaining a New Perspective on Entrepreneurship
Nov 22, 2021
Building and Managing a Team
Nov 22, 2021
The Importance of Being Well-Rounded in Business
Nov 22, 2021
The Ins and Outs of the Trucking Industry
Nov 22, 2021
The Importance of Finding Your Niche
Nov 22, 2021
Using Science to Make Creative Business Decisions
Nov 22, 2021
Using Podcasts to Grow Your Business
Nov 22, 2021
Accelerating and Validating Your Business
Nov 22, 2021
The importance communication has on your business
Nov 22, 2021
Growing Your Startup
Nov 22, 2021
Growing the 757 Startup Community
Nov 22, 2021
Mastering Your Performances and Networking in 2K21
Nov 22, 2021
Pushing Change in the Car Industry
Nov 22, 2021
Going the Extra Mile for you Clients
Nov 22, 2021
The Challenge of Building a Startup
Nov 22, 2021
Entrepreneurship in the 757
Nov 22, 2021
Disrupting the World of Robotics
Nov 22, 2021
Bringing Your Business Mobile with Pocket Properties
Nov 22, 2021
How to Grow Your Business Using Local Resources
Nov 22, 2021
How to stay relevant and keep growing year after year
Nov 22, 2021
Helping businesses stay efficient, sustainable and empowered
Nov 22, 2021
Using Obstacles to Your Advantage
Nov 22, 2021
Creating a Re-Opening Plan
Nov 22, 2021
Creating an Entrepreneurial Community
Nov 22, 2021
The Re-Opening of the Food Industry
Nov 22, 2021
Navigating the Entrepreneurial Process
Nov 22, 2021
Marketing during the Super Bowl
Nov 21, 2021
Using Every Obstacle as an Opportunity
Nov 21, 2021
How to Network and Succeed Doing it
Nov 21, 2021
Growing Your Business Through Knowledge
Nov 21, 2021
Marketing Your Team
Nov 21, 2021
Need capital for your business?
Nov 21, 2021
Opening a new business now?
Nov 21, 2021
Turning an Epiphany into a Business
Nov 21, 2021
Expanding Your Business
Nov 21, 2021
Hello 2k21
Nov 21, 2021
Joy in 2020
Nov 21, 2021
Live Entertainment Moving Forward
Nov 21, 2021
Diversity and Inclusion Across the 757
Nov 21, 2021
2020, a Family Affair
Nov 21, 2021
Leveraging Amazon as an Entrepreneur
Nov 21, 2021
Leading a Team Through 2020
Nov 21, 2021
"Drone" -ing on with Covid
Nov 21, 2021
Publishing your Business or Life
Nov 21, 2021
Fountains of Nasoni
Nov 21, 2021
Skillfully Navigating Startup Law
Nov 21, 2021
Investing in 757 Entrepreneurs
Nov 21, 2021
Measuring what Matters
Nov 21, 2021
Be Your Own Champion
Nov 21, 2021
Redeeming the year 2020
Nov 21, 2021
Entrepreneurship in School
Nov 21, 2021
Innovating Virtual Events
Nov 21, 2021
Responding to your Market
Nov 21, 2021
From Pitch to Performance
Nov 21, 2021
Entrepreneurs Escaping 2020
Nov 20, 2021
Creating the Co-Working Revolution
Nov 20, 2021
Smiling Through Uncertainty
Nov 20, 2021
Manufacturing in China…During Covid??
Nov 20, 2021
Finding Passion in Business
Nov 20, 2021
MBA Students Making a Difference
Nov 20, 2021
The Journey to $100 Million
Nov 20, 2021
The Latest Updates on PPP
Nov 20, 2021
Small Business Consulting
Nov 20, 2021
Protecting Your IP in a Virtual World
Nov 20, 2021
How to Sell Post Covid-19
Nov 20, 2021
Facilitating Resources in Real Estate
Nov 20, 2021
How a Pivot Created New Customers
Nov 20, 2021
How to Network Virtually
Nov 20, 2021
Motivation for Entrepreneurs
Nov 20, 2021
Funding your Business during a Crisis
Nov 19, 2021
Innovative Ways to Find Business
Nov 19, 2021
The Intersection of Education and Business
Nov 19, 2021
How to Work Remotely
Nov 19, 2021
Meet the Hosts: Tim Ryan and Zack Miller
Nov 19, 2021