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The Elliot Omanson Show

Markets. Politics. Entrepreneurship. Honest conversations about what’s really happening and why it matters.Elliot Omanson — host of Backseat Ballers and The Elliot Omanson Show.

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6:39

Renee Good Shooting (Part 2): Media Double Standards,...

The Elliot Omanson Show ·

2026/01/12

The shooting death of Renee Good sparked national outrage — but Part 2 of this discussion focuses on something deeper: the double standards shaping the media narrative around ICE, law enforcement, and constitutional rights.In this episode, I break down why recording public officials is celebrated as “accountability” in some cases — and suddenly labeled unethical, racist, or invasive when it doesn’t fit the preferred narrative. If public recording is a First Amendment right, it should apply

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7:56

Murphy's Market Minute | January 9, 2026

The Elliot Omanson Show ·

2026/01/09

U.S. equity markets finished the week modestly higher, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq holding near record levels. A notable development was continued rotation beneath the surface, as small-caps (Russell 2000) outperformed and cyclical and value-oriented sectors gained relative strength. Mega-cap technology remained supportive, aided by ongoing AI enthusiasm and developments showcased at CES 2026, but leadership is beginning to broaden beyond the largest names.The most important macro developments

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6:20

I’m Pro-Law Enforcement — And This Shooting Never...

The Elliot Omanson Show ·

2026/01/09

I’m conservative. I’ve voted for Donald Trump three times. I support law enforcement, ICE, and strong immigration enforcement. But what happened to Renée Nicole Macklin Good, a 37-year-old U.S. citizen and mother of three who was fatally shot by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent in Minneapolis, raises a much bigger issue that both sides are missing. This video isn’t an attack on police, and it isn’t an emotional reaction. It’s a principled argument about individual rights,

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12:13

Why Immigrants Who Escaped Socialism Love Trump |...

The Elliot Omanson Show ·

2026/01/08

People who escaped socialism don’t debate it — they lived it. In this episode of The Elliot Omanson Show, Elliot sits down with Brahian Ramon, a pastor originally from the Dominican Republic, to discuss why immigrants from Venezuela, Cuba, Nicaragua, and across Latin America overwhelmingly reject collectivism and support Donald Trump. Drawing on firsthand experiences and stories from friends and family who lived under socialist and authoritarian regimes, Brahian explains how Venezuela collapsed

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10:25

Murphy's Market Minute | December 19, 2025

The Elliot Omanson Show ·

2025/12/19

This week delivered a heavy slate of economic data, highlighted by key employment and inflation reports.The November employment report came in above expectations, with the U.S. economy adding 64,000 jobs. While this was a positive surprise, it continues to reflect a broader slowdown in hiring. The unemployment rate rose to 4.6%, its highest level since September 2021, while wage growth softened, with average hourly earnings increasing just 0.1%, below expectations. Additional labor data released

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125:00

Why Most Business Owners Stay Stuck (The Money &...

The Elliot Omanson Show ·

2025/12/17

Most business owners don’t fail because they lack intelligence or work ethic — they fail because of broken money mindsets, weak accountability, and avoiding hard truths. In this episode, we break down why so many business owners stay stuck and what actually separates those who grow from those who plateau.In this long-form conversation, Ryan Christopher — Smoothie King franchise owner and fractional CXO — joins Elliot Omanson on Backseat Ballers to discuss the uncomfortable realities of

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58:45

He Started a Business at 14. Now He Owns Multiple...

The Elliot Omanson Show ·

2025/12/16

He didn’t start with money, connections, or a perfect plan — just knocking on doors and mowing lawns at 14.In this episode, Ryan Christopher shares the real story behind becoming a multi-business owner — from early independence and failure to owning Smoothie King franchises, building mastermind groups, and coaching entrepreneurs across multiple industries. We talk honestly about what entrepreneurship actually looks like behind the scenes, including hiring mistakes, leadership challenges,

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58:42

From Domino’s Delivery Driver to 1,000+ Homes — After...

The Elliot Omanson Show ·

2025/12/15

Tony started as a Domino’s delivery driver, worked his way up to owning five franchises, lost everything in a divorce — and rebuilt from scratch into a business servicing over 1,000 homes. In this episode of Backseat Ballers, Tony shares the unfiltered reality of entrepreneurship: starting over in midlife, building trust with real estate investors around the world, managing employees in tough environments, and why consistency and accessibility matter more than hype. This conversation dives into

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31:06

I Went From Mar-a-Lago to a NYC Left-Wing Conference…...

The Elliot Omanson Show ·

2025/12/11

This week, Elliot shares one of the most surreal experiences of his life: starting the week inside Mar-a-Lago as a guest of Glenn Beck, and ending it in New York City surrounded by left-wing influencers, LGBTQ leaders, intelligence officials, and cultural activists. Two worlds that never mix — and Elliot walked straight through both.At Mar-a-Lago, Elliot attended the American Journey Experience fundraiser and was invited into Glenn Beck’s private collection, which includes the original rough draft

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126:15

The Truth About Business, Fatherhood & Success in...

The Elliot Omanson Show ·

2025/12/10

This unfiltered conversation with Skylor Alexander breaks down the real truth about business, fatherhood, and building success in America today. We get into the mindset, systems, personal responsibility, and hard lessons that shape entrepreneurs — along with the challenges of raising kids, navigating broken institutions, and finding purpose in a world full of distractions.If you want raw, real-world insight into business, parenting, personal growth, and the systems that shape our lives, this

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52:40

From Poverty to Builder: How One Man Built a...

The Elliot Omanson Show ·

2025/12/09

From poverty to building a purpose-driven construction company — this episode follows the real story behind Stag Homes and the journey that shaped its founder.Skylor Alexander opens up about growing up low income, becoming a father young, navigating major challenges, getting fired the day he decided to start his company, and why he’s committed to building attainable housing and giving back to Kansas City. A raw, honest conversation about grit, family, community, and what it really takes to build

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42:10

From Google Quantum Engineer to Global Poverty...

The Elliot Omanson Show ·

2025/12/09

What happens when one of Google’s top quantum engineers decides his real mission is ending global poverty? In this episode of Backseat Ballers, Elliot sits down with Austin Fowler — quantum error-correction expert, Coursera educator, and founder of Stairway Invest — to explore how cutting-edge technology and ethical investing can unlock opportunity for millions. Austin shares how his work in quantum computing led to a deeper calling: helping micro-entrepreneurs across Africa, Asia, and Latin

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81:45

Modern Men Are Lost: Work, Success & Hard Truths |...

The Elliot Omanson Show ·

2025/12/04

Most people never succeed because they misunderstand risk, avoid responsibility, and lack real purpose.In this episode, Elliot sits down with Michael Bone to break down the brutal truth about work, success, entrepreneurship, masculinity, and why modern men feel more lost than ever. Michael reflects on over three decades in corporate America, how working his way up into finance and leadership roles shaped his perspective, and what ultimately pushed him to leave the corporate world to build his own

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68:04

The Hardest Thing He Ever Faced — Loss, Purpose &...

The Elliot Omanson Show ·

2025/12/04

Mike Bone has lived through the kind of loss no parent should ever experience — and it changed everything. In this episode, Elliot sits down with Mike to talk about the hardest moment of his life, how he rebuilt his marriage, his purpose, and his career, and what he learned about resilience, discipline, and meaning along the way. Today, Mike runs two successful dog-training businesses in Kansas City. But behind the success is a story of grief, grit, faith, and choosing to build something that

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6:21

Backseat Ballers Presents: The I AM Foundation |...

The Elliot Omanson Show ·

2025/12/02

This is not your average American Dream episode. This is Backseat Ballers x The I AM Foundation — hosted by Elliot Omanson on the two-time Emmy-nominated, fourteen-time Telly Award–winning American Dream TV. In this special feature, Elliot sits down with leaders and changemakers proving that greatness isn’t accidental — it’s chosen. Featuring Martin Taggart, Mike Rivera, and Elijah Dormeus, this episode highlights a mission that is transforming lives right here in Kansas City. The I AM

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6:38

Murphy's Market Minute | November 26, 2025

The Elliot Omanson Show ·

2025/12/01

We’re proud to feature Rocky Malloy on this week’s Murphy’s Market Minute. Rocky is a former U.S. Merchant Marine Commander whose life was transformed after a series of extraordinary, near-death experiences led him to faith. Today, he leads the National School Chaplain Association, bringing chaplaincy, hope, and spiritual support to students across the U.S. and around the world. Rocky is joining us in Kansas City this week—and he’ll also be starring in our newest episode of Backseat

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7:02

They Backed the Iraq War… Now Warn Troops About...

The Elliot Omanson Show ·

2025/11/21

Six Democratic veterans released a video urging troops to “refuse illegal orders” — despite the fact that no such orders are being issued. At the same time, each of them obeyed every order during the Iraq War, a conflict they now describe as unjust, mistaken, or “built on lies.” This breakdown examines that contradiction and why the message doesn’t line up with their own record in uniform.

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8:25

Murphy's Market Minute | November 21, 2025

The Elliot Omanson Show ·

2025/11/21

Markets tumbled this week, with all three major indices sliding sharply. The last—and largest—of the Magnificent 7, Nvidia, reported very strong earnings Wednesday after the bell, beating both revenue and profit expectations. Stocks initially opened higher on the news, but sentiment reversed quickly after the September employment report.The U.S. economy added 119,000 jobs, more than double the forecast of 50,000, and initial jobless claims came in at 220,000, below expectations of 227,000

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2:48

John Fetterman & Bill Maher Just Exposed the Far-Left...

The Elliot Omanson Show ·

2025/11/21

Senator John Fetterman and Bill Maher just said what most politicians won’t: the far-left’s politics of division are creating resentment, hostility, and tribalism. In this quick breakdown, Elliot Omanson explains why group-based politics inevitably backfires — and why Fetterman’s comments are less “courage” and more basic human psychology. Fetterman described the far-left as “the most poisonous,” while Maher echoed similar frustrations. Elliot dives into why policies built on forced redistribution

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55:49

Is It God or Just a Gut Feeling? | Melissa Morris on...

The Elliot Omanson Show ·

2025/11/13

Melissa Morris returns — this time in the studio — to share how listening to quiet spiritual promptings and trusting her faith and intuition have shaped her life, business, and outlook.From animals sensing kindness to prayers answered over patio stones and theme-park lines, Melissa opens up about living with purpose, recognizing divine nudges, and finding meaning in everyday moments. It’s an honest, funny, and powerful conversation about trusting your instincts, staying positive, and building a

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