Daily Dental Podcast
Episodes
746. Why Love Always Wins
25 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this Christmas episode, Dr. Killeen reflects on love—what it really means, and why it’s far more powerful than approval, respect, or playing it...
745. Don’t Wrestle the Pig
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen shares a timely reminder for the holidays: not every argument is worth engaging in. Using a classic saying and a few comm...
744. What Are You Reading, Really?
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen reflects on a simple but powerful question: what are you actually reading these days? He looks at how some of history’s...
743. The Donkey Principle: When to Walk Away
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen shares a simple (and funny) story about a donkey, a tiger, and a lion that carries a surprisingly powerful lesson. He con...
742. Just a Suggestion, Not a Rule
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen rewinds to 1903, when the Wright Brothers took flight just weeks after being told humans probably never would. From there...
741. Pickleball, Mountain Bikes, and Filling Your Tank
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shares why time spent off the clock—whether on a pickleball court or flying down a mountain bike trail—isn’t w...
740. Turning 40 and Turning Toward Gratitude
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen reflects on turning 40 and what birthdays look like when you start measuring life a little differently. He talks abo...
739. The Trust Formula Behind a Strong Dental Brand
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen breaks down a simple but powerful trust formula from The Trusted Advisor by Charles H. Green and explains why trust is ...
738. Seeing the Whole Picture: Perspective in Leadership
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen looks back at the DAT’s perceptual ability section and realizes it was teaching something far more useful than anyone e...
737. Why the Underdog Energy Still Matters
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen talks about why people naturally root for those who stay humble—and quietly pull away from those who forget where they ...
736. Stop Avoiding the Problem—That’s the Opportunity
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen flips the script on how we think about growth. Instead of constantly searching for the next big opportunity, what if...
735. When Inner Alignment Matters More Than Approval
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen shares a powerful and unexpected story about G. Dep, a rapper who carried the weight of a single decision for nearly two ...
734. The Power of Doing It Together
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shares a simple mindset shift that makes hard things feel a whole lot easier: don’t go it alone. From business cha...
733. The End-of-Year Autopsy: A Clearer Path Forward
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen challenges you to do something most practice owners avoid—a year-end autopsy. Not the morbid kind, but an honest, ...
732. The 3 Big Ideas That Drive Personal Growth
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this final episode of the series inspired by Poor Charlie’s Almanack, Dr. Killeen shifts the focus to you. He unpacks the three core ideas that ...
731. The 3 Big Ideas Behind Strong Dental Leadership
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 6 of the series inspired by Poor Charlie’s Almanack, Dr. Killeen breaks down leadership into the three principles that really move the n...
730. The 3 Communication Habits That Build Real Trust
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 5 of our Charlie Munger-inspired series, Dr. Killeen explores the three communication concepts that quietly drive better patient relationsh...
729. The 3 Scheduling Ideas That Drive 80% of Your Results
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 4 of our Charlie Munger-inspired series, Dr. Killeen breaks down the three core scheduling principles that make the biggest impact in your ...
728. The 3 Big Financial Ideas Every Dentist Should Master
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen continues his Charlie Munger-inspired series by breaking down the three big financial ideas that every dentist needs to ...
727. The 3 Big Ideas That Run Great Practices
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen continues his short series inspired by Charlie Munger’s philosophy of mastering the “big ideas.” Today, he dives in...
726. The 3 Big Ideas That Drive Great Dentistry
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen kicks off a short series inspired by Charlie Munger’s timeless wisdom: master the big ideas, and you’ll master t...
725. Finding the Gap: What Epictetus Can Teach Us About Control
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen draws inspiration from the Stoic philosopher Epictetus, who taught that while we can’t control what happens to us, we c...
724. Building Koinonea: The Power of True Connection in Dentistry
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen unpacks the Greek word Koinonea—a term that means much more than just “community.” It’s about shared purpose, ge...
723. High Expectations, High Support: The Foundation of Strong Relationships
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen unpacks a powerful principle that shapes great teams, families, and leaders alike: pairing high expectations with ...
722. Avoid the Curse of Knowledge: Making Your Message Clear
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen dives into a common leadership trap: assuming others understand what we mean. Known as the “curse of knowledge,” it h...
721. Be the Coffee Bean: Choosing Your Response to Pressure
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shares a powerful lesson from The Coffee Bean by Jon Gordon and Damon West. Life—and dentistry—can feel like a...
720. The Hidden Price of Growth
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen reminds us that everything worthwhile in life and business comes with a cost of entry. Whether it’s self-doubt, un...
719. Time Well Spent: Finding the Activities That Recharge You
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen reflects on why hobbies like pickleball and mountain biking aren’t about money—they’re about energy, focus, an...
718. Cutting Through the Noise
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen breaks down one of the most overlooked skills in leadership and communication—clarity. Using a simple but powerful equa...
EXTRA- Finding Balance
15 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When you lose an OM, how do you find balance in all the responsibilities that suddenly fall onto your plate? In this episode, Dr. Killeen attacks the ...
717. The Power of Shared Ideas
14 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen reflects on a timeless quote from Charles F. Brannan that perfectly captures the power of community: when we share i...
716. The Competence Equation: Turning Failure into Growth
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shares a simple but powerful formula for building true competence: Failure + reflection + another rep. He explains...
715. The Gatorade Effect: Fueling Your Team with Authentic Appreciation
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shares the surprising story behind the invention of Gatorade—and how it connects to leadership and team culture in...
714. When You’re Too Busy to See Straight
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen talks about those moments we all have—when we look back and think, “I could’ve handled that better.” Often, ...
713. When Money (and Time) Lose Their Meaning
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen reflects on a powerful quote by William James Dawson about how wealth—and the pleasure it brings—starts to lose ...
Marketing Tactics to Avoid Weird Anomalies
08 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen sits down with marketing mastermind Ryan Gross to unpack some of the strange marketing trends showing up in the dental wo...
712. Time Well Spent
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen reflects on the one thing we can never get back—time. After an unexpected 100-mile bike ride, he’s reminded that...
711. Be the New CEO of Your Life
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shares one of the most powerful leadership questions ever asked—first posed by Intel’s Andy Grove: “If we got ...
710. Letting Go of What's No Longer Working
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen breaks down the sunk cost fallacy—the trap of holding on to something just because you’ve already invested in it. Fro...
709. Progress Over Perfection
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen reminds us that success doesn’t come from getting everything perfect — it comes from taking action and learning ...
708. Falling in Love with Repetition
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen explores the connection between excellence and repetition—how the real secret to mastery is being endlessly fascin...
707. The Secret to Greatness: Be Good, Consistently
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen challenges the idea that greatness comes from flashes of brilliance or extraordinary talent. Instead, he argues that...
706. 10 Simple Ways to Show Appreciation at Work
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shares ten quick, practical ways to show appreciation in your dental practice. From giving a heartfelt compliment to...
705. Making Decisions with an Uncertain Future
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen unpacks a quote from former GE executive Ian Wilson: “All your knowledge is about the past, and all your decisions are ...
704. Your Kids Are Copying Your Phone Habits
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen gets real about something many of us overlook—how our smartphone habits shape our kids’. He shares a candid remi...
703. The Hidden Danger of False Confidence
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen digs into a subtle but powerful leadership trap—false confidence. He explains how it can quietly derail communication, ...
702. The Power of Doing Nothing
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen explores one of the hardest lessons in leadership—knowing when not to act. He talks about the pressure we all fe...
701. Living Life for the Second Time
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen continues his reflections on Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl, focusing on one powerful idea: while we ...
700. Footprints in the Sand of Time
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shares reflections from Viktor Frankl’s Man’s Search for Meaning—a book he recently read while traveling in A...
699. Embracing the Season You're In
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen reflects on the natural seasons of life and dentistry—the times of growth, rebuilding, rest, and reflection. Drawi...
698. Putting First Things First: Why Sequence Shapes Success
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen explores one of the quiet secrets of great leadership—the power of sequence. It’s not just what you do that ma...
697. The Power of Incentives: Getting the Results You Actually Want
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shares a timeless insight from Charlie Munger: “Never ever think about something else, when you should be thinkin...
696. Success Isn't a Destination—It's What You Do Daily
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen unpacks a question he hears often: “How do I become successful?” His answer flips the usual mindset—success is...
695. Redefining Success: What Does It Look Like for You?
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen reflects on a quote from Nassim Taleb: “My only measure of success is—time to kill.” It’s a reminder that tr...
694. Dentistry is a Science—But Practice is an Art
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shares something he wishes he’d learned in dental school: dentistry isn’t just about biology, it’s about peopl...
693. The Goalposts Always Move—And That's Okay
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Dr. Killeen reflects on a quote from astronaut Michael Collins and what it teaches us about human nature—we adapt faster than we realize. Wha...
692. Preparing for an Uncertain Future: Skills That Always Matter
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Dr. Killeen talks about how to prepare for a future you can’t predict. Instead of trying to foresee every change in dentistry—technology, i...
691. Global vs. Local Problems: Knowing When to Zoom Out
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Dr. Killeen dives into a simple but powerful question for practice leaders: “Is this a global issue or a local issue?” He ...
690. Type 1 vs. Type 2 Decisions: Lead Smarter, Not Harder
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen breaks down a simple but powerful mental model for leadership: some decisions are irreversible and demand careful thought...
689. Top-Down vs. Bottom-Up: Solving Problems the Right Way
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen dives into a key principle for running a smooth dental practice: knowing when problems need top-down leadership and when ...
688. The Power of 1% Growth
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen breaks down how small daily improvements add up to massive results over time. From patient communication to morning huddl...
687. The Power of AND
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shares why the most successful practices don’t think in terms of either/or—they look for the AND. From improving...
686. Who is Your Best Customer?
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen unpacks a simple question every dental practice should ask: who are your best patients? Whether it’s those who commit t...
685. Hire for Slope, Not Intercept
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen shares a simple but powerful hiring principle: focus less on where someone starts and more on how quickly they can grow. ...
684. Turning Pain into Purpose
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Dr. Killeen explores the idea of redemptive storytelling—how reframing past struggles can transform pain into growth. Drawin...
683. The Power of Brevity
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen shares a story from The 48 Laws of Power about how screenwriter Michael Arlen landed a deal—not by overselling, but b...
WTF is wrong with the Data- with Ryan Gross
27 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special weekend episode, we talk with Ryan Gross about data anomalies within the dental industry, especially in light of how weird September u...
682. Playing the Next Note
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen shares a story from his college days playing violin at late-night jazz sessions in St. Louis—and the lesson it carries ...
681. Mastery in Communication
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen explores a powerful principle of communication and leadership: true understanding means you can explain something at...
680. The Power of Being Boring
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen unpacks why “boring” habits are actually the secret to building both a better life and a stronger dental practice. Fr...
679. Breaking Free from the Victim Mentality
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Dr. Killeen shares a fascinating psychology experiment that reveals just how much our mindset shapes our reality. From scars t...
678. Focus on One Thing
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen unpacks a 500-year-old quote that’s still spot-on today: “He who chases two hares catches neither.” From dental pra...
677. The Power of One More
19 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen shares a simple mindset that can change the way you approach challenges—whether it’s dentistry, leadership, or life. ...
676. The Power of Irrational Dedication
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shares a quote that’s been stuck in his head—and why it perfectly sums up what really drives progress in dentist...
675. Influence Without the Title
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen unpacks what it really means to have influence on your team—no matter your role in the practice. He explains why true i...
674. Finding Stillness in a Noisy World
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shares why he regularly steps away from the hustle—sometimes for just an hour of stillness—and how it always bri...
673. Escaping the Crab Mentality
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shares a simple story about crabs in a bucket—and how it perfectly illustrates one of the sneakiest traps we can f...
672. Leadership Is a Lifelong Journey
12 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen reflects on his conversation with Dr. Jason Tanoory on The Dental Lighthouse podcast and the importance of being a stea...
671. Patients Don't Care About Marginal Ridges
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen reminds us that while clinical excellence is essential, patients rarely notice the technical details of dentistry. W...
670. Servant Leadership at 30,000 Feet
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen shares a powerful story from a conversation with an airline executive who lives out servant leadership—even while servi...
669. Culture Isn't Built on Pizza Parties
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen breaks down what truly builds lasting culture inside your practice—and it’s not free lunch or Friday pizza. He shares...
668. Are You Still Chasing the Right Goals?
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shares the goals he set back on January 1st—like boosting profitability, adding a 5th doctor, and hitting some big...
667. Cracking the Math Behind Associate Production
05 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Dr. Killeen breaks down one of the most common practice owner questions: How do I get my associate to the production level I ...
666. The Best Thing in Marketing (It's Not What You Think)
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen tackles one of the most common questions he gets: What’s the best thing in marketing? Instead of dropping big money o...
665. Crossing the Two Chasms of Dental Leadership
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen unpacks the two big leadership chasms every dentist faces. The first is moving from clinician to owner—a transition tha...
664. The Empty Boat Mindset
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen shares one of his favorite stories—the Empty Boat Mindset. When life bumps into us with frustrations, conflicts, or une...
663. Does Your Brand Match What Patients Really Want?
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen digs into some surprising data: cosmetic dentistry searches have dropped nearly 40% in the past year. But instead of...
662. How I Run 1-on-1 Meetings with My Doctors
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen shares how he approaches one-on-one meetings with his associates. While the numbers are part of the conversation, the rea...
661. Why Writing The Shift Was Worth It
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen answers a common question: “What’s your goal for book sales?” His honest reply—he doesn’t care about the numb...
660. Staying Free from the Negativity Trap
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen reflects on why some dentists thrive with positivity and forward thinking while others—equally successful—get st...
659. Building a $6M Practice One Step at a Time
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen answers the big question many dentists ask: “How do I get a practice like yours?” He shares how he and Dr. Brandon ...
658. Cutting Supply Costs Without Cutting Corners
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen answers a common question about the Profit & Loss Statement—where dentists overspend the most and where they can sa...
657. Hiring Your First Associate: Freedom or Friction?
22 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen breaks down what it really takes to successfully bring on an associate. From knowing when you’re ready to getting ...
656. From Operator to Owner: Making Time to Lead
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen talks about the constant tug-of-war dentists face between clinical care and running a business. If you’re jumping from ...
655. Should You Hire a Coach or Join a Mastermind?
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen unpacks a question he gets all the time: “Is it worth it to work with a coach or mastermind group?” Whether you'...
654. Books Every Dental Practice Owner Should Read
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shares a few of his go-to book recommendations for dentists who want to grow as leaders, business owners, and thinke...
653. What Leadership Really Looks Like in a Dental Practice
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen breaks down the true meaning of leadership in a dental office—it’s not just about calling the shots. It’s about pre...
652. Special Weekend Episode with Ryan Gross: AI, Economy, & Smarter Marketing
16 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Killeen sits down with Ryan Gross to unpack how AI is changing the marketing and SEO landscape—and what dental practices need t...
651. First Impressions Matter: Optimizing Your Front Desk Experience
15 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen dives into why your front desk may be the most important part of your patient acquisition strategy. From answering t...
650. Filling the Gaps: How to Protect Your Schedule and Reduce No-Shows
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Dr. Killeen shares practical strategies to keep your dental schedule tight and productive. From smarter confirmation calls to offering limited ...