Join hosts Gary Barss and Todd Sherman as they explore the realities of medical training, the challenges and rewards of performing complex surgeries, and the human side of patient care. Dr. Wagner also shares fascinating stories from his career, including trauma cases, microsurgery, and his work with professional athletes.

Whether you’re a medical student, aspiring doctor, or simply curious about life inside the operating room, this episode offers valuable insights into surgery, mentorship, and the discipline required to succeed in medicine.

Key topics discussed: hand surgery, orthopedic surgery, microsurgery, surgical training, medical career path, trauma cases, emergency surgery, sports medicine, professional athletes, mentorship, patient care, life as a surgeon

Dan talks about starting with just $30,000, the challenges of scaling a company, and the lessons he learned while managing rapid growth, leading teams, and delivering exceptional customer service. He also reveals the story behind his Costco partnership and how he turned opportunities into long-term success.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, startup founder, business leader, or aspiring retail professional, you’ll gain practical insights into leadership, business growth, resilience, and scaling a company.

Key topics discussed: entrepreneurship, startup business, business growth, leadership lessons, building Car Toys, retail strategy, scaling a company, Costco partnership, wireless retail, customer service leadership, resilience, lessons for entrepreneurs

He reflects on months without sunlight, the psychological resilience required in confined environments, and how staying calm under pressure shaped his mindset and career. This conversation explores overcoming challenges, building mental toughness, and developing the kind of leadership that thrives in uncertainty.

His advice for young professionals and aspiring leaders is simple: embrace new experiences, pursue growth, and fall in love with the learning process.

Life, he explains, is much like being under the sea—you don’t succeed by rushing, but by learning to breathe steadily in the unknown.

Topics discussed: leadership development, resilience, teamwork, career growth, overcoming adversity, mindset training.