Take On The Lake
Take On The Lake
Podcast Description
Lake of the Ozarks is the most fascinating place in Missouri. From entrepreneurs to community leaders to local heroes, we're interviewing people and taking on issues that are shaping the future of the Lake.
It could get spicy.
We'll also dive into some wild mystery stories along the way...
--Produced by LakeExpo--
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on a diverse range of themes including local entrepreneurship, community issues, and intriguing personal stories. Episodes feature topics such as culinary insights from Chef John Buchanan, policing challenges with Chief James Boren, and legislative insights from State Rep Jeff Vernetti, highlighting the blend of local culture with pressing societal issues.
Lake of the Ozarks is the most fascinating place in Missouri. From entrepreneurs to community leaders to local heroes, we’re interviewing people and taking on issues that are shaping the future of the Lake.
It could get spicy.
We’ll also dive into some wild mystery stories along the way…
–Produced by LakeExpo–
I’ve been wanting to interview Justin Wagner for a long time, and we finally got together. He’s the powerhouse behind Waves and Wheels, Blue Wave Audio, and now Doug Wright Powerboats, and I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did.
Justin shares his incredible journey from arriving at Lake of the Ozarks with just $300, a cat, and a pregnant wife to becoming a Lake of the Ozarks Shootout Hall of Fame member and owner of one of the most iconic names in power-boating.
In This Episode:
– How Justin launched Waves and Wheels from a Chevy Astro van
– The legendary all-nighter that changed everything
– Building the Iron Man boat that put custom marine work on the map
– Surviving the 2008 recession by pivoting and innovating
– The stories behind Bluave Audio and Boardwalk Marina
– Acquiring Doug Wright Powerboats and the vision for its future
– Native Ridge development – bringing luxury motor coach resort living to Lake of the Ozarks
– Real advice for young people starting out: “Be passionate, work hard, and do what you say you’re gonna do”
Key Takeaways:
– Why Lake of the Ozarks is the perfect place for the American dream
– How to build lasting success through dedication and integrity
– The importance of team, family, and community
Doug Wright Powerboats: dougwrightpowerboats.com
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