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Base Camp Holdings Podcast

by Garett Larson

Every great expedition starts at base camp. This podcast is about building exceptional businesses, acquiring great companies, and creating long-term wealth through ownership. Hosted by Garett Larson, and Jason Jarvis founders of Base Camp Holdings, each episode features conversations with entrepreneurs, investors, operators, and industry leaders who have built businesses that last. From buying companies and scaling operations to leadership, sales, systems, investing, and personal growth, we explore what it really takes to build an enduring business empire. Some episodes are interviews. Others are behind-the-scenes looks at building Base Camp Holdings in real time the wins, the mistakes, the lessons, and the strategy behind growing a portfolio of great companies. Whether you're building your first business, preparing for your first acquisition, or chasing a vision that spans decades, welcome to Base Camp. The climb starts here.

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Episodes

  1. Business Books That Actually Change How You Operate

    What separates a business that simply survives from one that becomes truly excellent? Garett and Jason break down the books and principles that have most influenced how they build companies, lead teams, develop culture, and think about entrepreneurship. They start with The Excellence Dividend by...

  2. From W2 to Business Owner: When to Make the Leap

    Trash Talk is evolving. Garett “The Trashman” and Jason Jarvis are teaming up for the Base Camp Holdings Podcast, a show about buying, building, and operating the boring service businesses that keep the world moving. In this first episode, Garett and Jason get into a question almost every...

  3. Jason Jarvis v3

    Rebooting Trash Talk with Garett “The Trashman” and Jason Jarvis, this episode is a messy, real look at what it actually feels like to build something, especially after you “make it.” Jason shares his last few years: he had the dream setup, a business that ran without him, a paid-off home, and...

  4. The Power of Discipline and Divine Direction with Braven Grant

    Ready to level up your business, mindset, and connection with God? Garett sits down with Braven Grant—CEO of GAINS—for a real, raw conversation about what it takes to grow personally and professionally in today’s world. From late-night journaling with God to building an elite team and executing...

  5. Mastering Small Wins with James McCabe

    Momentum, consistency, and stacking small wins—these are the keys to success in business and life. In this episode of Trash Talk, Garett sits down with James McCabe, a finance expert and real estate investor, to dive deep into the principles of compounding growth and decision-making. From making...

  6. Tyler Johnson v2

    Welcome to Trash Talk, where Garett "The Trash Man" and Tyler Johnson serve up candid conversations, wild stories, and hard-earned life lessons. From entrepreneurial highs and lows to fitness journeys and personal growth, these two bring energy, humor, and a no-nonsense approach to navigating...

  7. Dr. Greg Pursley

    In this thought-provoking episode of Trash Talk, host Garett, dives deep with Dr. Greg Pursley, aka Dr. G, the founder of the "Fix Your BS" movement. They unpack transformative insights about belief systems, personal growth, and taking responsibility for your life. Dr. G shares his journey from...

  8. Life Update 2024

    Welcome back to Trash Talk with your host, Garett the Trashman! After a year-long hiatus, we're diving into a special life update episode. Garett discusses his journey since selling Larson Waste, his adventures in Hawaii, exploring new business ventures, and settling into Dallas. This episode...

  9. "The Muscle"

    Keaton Hoskins, also known as “The Muscle” from the popular television show Diesel Brothers, is a multifaceted entrepreneur and fitness enthusiast. With a life that’s as high-octane as the custom vehicles he helps create, Keaton has made a name for himself not only through his television...

  10. Round Two with Jason Jarvis

    In this episode Garett explores the mind of successful entrepreneur and business leader Jason Jarvis for the second time. Jason expounds on a variety of topics like motivation, drive, and business strategy. With a focus on actionable advice and real-world examples, this episode will inspire you…

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  11. Managing Funds with Bridger Pennington

    Bridger is an entrepreneur who specializes in the world of managing funds. He also runs a business that teaches people how to start and manage funds.

  12. All About Those Gains with Braven Grant

    Braven is the owner of a supplement company called GainsInBulk that produces natural supplements. He talks about business growth, what it's like running a large company in a small town, and the importance of self development.

  13. Overcoming Weakness with the Real Business Owners

    Garett, Trevor, and Kale discuss how weakness can really hold you back in business and how important it is to challenge yourself everyday so that your weaknesses become strengths.

  14. Creating Competitors with Brian

    Brian is the owner of an online marketing business and course, teaching a lot of people a wide range of marketing skills. He talks about the importance of a team and why it's actually a good thing to spread what he knows.

  15. Business and Motherhood with Becca Martin

    Becca is a mother as well as a business owner. She runs a coffee shop that is growing rapidly. She talks about the work/life balance and how she balances it all.

  16. Lifetime Epoxy with Spencer

    We would like to apologize for the poor audio quality on this episode due to a card failure. Check out Lifetime Epoxy Utah and Spencer Merrifield on instagram.

  17. Fresh Detailing with Mike Kimball

    Mike is the owner of a mobile auto detailing company that is growing rapidly in the state of Utah.

  18. Hidden Gems with Bryce Kay

    From business, to leadership, to politics. There are many great one liners and principles that can be pulled from this episode.

  19. Young Money with Ryan Zolin

    At just 24 years old, Ryan explains his journey to financial success at such a young age.

  20. Leveling up with Nick Reidhead

    Nick is an entrepreneur who is always looking to take the steps to the next level in business.

  21. Starting a Business with Tyler Johnson

    Tyler tells his experience with starting a new business along with the importance of marketing.

  22. Cory Gregory- Building a Legacy

    Cory G is a family man , business man and is focused on building a legacy. We talk to him about what it was like to work with the great Arnold Schwarzenegger. Cory has some great advice for anyone up to something.

  23. White Mountain News 12-23-21

    In todays news we talk about if Jake Paul is a real fighter. Spoiler alert, Garett doesn't think so, and Tyler thinks he fought Muhammad Ali . Also discussed: - Popular trials that happened - Christmas Adam

  24. Tanner Davies the Door to Door Savage

    Tanner tells some of his experiences with door to door sales and how those experiences have helped him with owning his own business.

  25. Talking Marketing with Kyle Rawson

    This is a throwback to Larson Waste's 2019 marketing plan.

  26. Have You Ever Heard of Whole Life?

    Kyle Fuller goes in depth on what whole life insurance is.

  27. Debunking MLM Suspicions with Sam Flake

    Sam talks about his experience with MLM and discusses the benefits and dangers within.

  28. Throwback: Talking with Buck Smith

    Buck Smith talks about all the businesses he has started, built, and sold.

  29. WHY Be a Leader?

    Leadership is a topic that has many aspects and is very popular within almost any industry. In this episode we discuss the "why" of becoming and being a leader.

  30. Life of Leadership with Lynn Johnson

    Lynn Johnson talks about his many roles as a leader, especially a leader within his community.

  31. Exposing Opportunities with Preston Wengert

    Preston talks about capitalizing on opportunities and how he went from insurance to owning Fedex routes.

  32. Mastering Real Estate with Andrew LeBaron

    Andrew talks in depth on how he has taken advantage of the many aspects of real estate. #realestate #business #hardwork #success

  33. Throwback to our 4th Episode with Jeremy Smith

    Jeremy is a multi business owner, my mentor, and a good friend. We may not have been great at podcasting back then, but this episode is full of great insights. #business #entrepreneur #finance

  34. Chiropractors vs. Physical Therapist and Building Businesses with Jason Mulder

    Jason has built and owned many different businesses. One in the health industry, as a chiropractor by trade he clears up why there’s so much beef between chiropractors and physical therapist. Then we talk about what he did to build his businesses and some incredible book recommendations....

  35. Starting Your Business Because You Didn't Get Shirts with Jake Yates

    Jake explains how he got started in his security business, you would be surprised because of the reason. #business #startups #security

  36. Edgy Rants and Helicopter Dreams with Paul Johnson

    This episode includes Garett's rant calling out the town of Snowflake on all their flaws. Paul shares his incredible story on how losing all his possessions put what's important in life in perspective. #helicopter #business #growth #mindset #inspiration #entrepreneur

  37. A Pretty Bouncin Business with Rob and Melissa Genet

    If you like trampoline parks you will love this episode!

  38. Knowledge Bombs from Jason Jarvis

    Jason is the owner of a restoration company and is someone that is very intentional about creating what he wants in his life. #business #relationships #leadership #restoration

  39. An Amazing Comeback with Aaron Dutcher

    Aaron talks about his experience from flying high making the big bucks to losing everything and how he bounced back from that. #business #real-estate #recovery #hardwork

  40. Welfare to Wealth with Sal Alcantar

    Sal talks about the sacrifice and grind that it took to switch his families future around. #business #entrepreneur #grind #hardwork #sacrifice

  41. A Partner that has Your Back with Brandon Craig

    Brandon tells his story of what's its like moving from one successful career to another until the .com bubble bursts and he loses his job, but his wife had his back while he started his own business. #business #entrepreneur #support

  42. Another Book Review

    Another Book Review by Garett Larson

  43. Rewrite the Story

    Rewrite the Story by Garett Larson

  44. Operation Underground Railroad

    Operation Underground Railroad by Garett Larson

  45. Spice It Up

    Spice It Up by Garett Larson

  46. Life Update

    Life Update by Garett Larson

  47. Having a Relationship with Yourself

    Having a Relationship with Yourself by Garett Larson

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Every great expedition starts at base camp.

This podcast is about building exceptional businesses, acquiring great companies, and creating long-term wealth through ownership.

Hosted by Garett Larson, and Jason Jarvis founders of Base Camp Holdings, each episode features conversations with entrepreneurs, investors, operators, and industry leaders who have built businesses that last. From buying companies and scaling operations to leadership, sales, systems, investing, and personal growth, we explore what it really takes to build an enduring business empire.

Some episodes are interviews. Others are behind-the-scenes looks at building Base Camp Holdings in real time the wins, the mistakes, the lessons, and the strategy behind growing a portfolio of great companies.

Whether you're building your first business, preparing for your first acquisition, or chasing a vision that spans decades, welcome to Base Camp.

The climb starts here.

HOSTED BY

Garett Larson

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