Ain't That Somethin'
Ain't That Somethin'
Levi Smith
Levi Smith, CEO of Franklin Building Supply, an employee-owned building material supply company headquartered in beautiful Boise, Idaho, interviews founders and leaders about the stories of companies you may be surprised to learn either had their start in Idaho or now call Idaho home. In every episode, you'll hear how a cast of characters overcame daunting obstacles and had the persistence it took to succeed. New episodes drop every 1-2 months. Thanks to our Season 1 sponsor, Trus Joist, for their generous support.
The Trus Joist Story - Don't tell me it can't be done
Gary Schweizer, a longtime engineer for Trus Joist, helps me unpack the story of how the company and some of its iconic products - and projects - came to be starting with the dynamic collaboration between two entrepreneurs, Art Troutner and Harold "Red" Thomas, in Boise back in the 1950s.
Mar 25, 2025
48 min
Decked with Jake Peters - Pick the right battles
Jake Peters shares the story of Decked, a Ketchum Idaho based company that brought tough, affordable and functional drawer systems to pickup truck beds. You'll also hear a little about Edjy, a new venture, and the importance of connecting with the right people!
Jan 24, 2025
49 min
CJ Buck from Buck Knives - Chased by Lions
CJ Buck shares the story of how Buck Knives began and evolved over the past one hundred and twenty years to become the storied company it is today which for nearly twenty years has called Post Falls, Idaho home.
Dec 2, 2024
47 min