It’s a cocktail of razor-sharp wit, business savvy, and unfiltered friendship.
For 16 years, The Focus Group has kept listeners hooked with the unique bond between hosts Tim Bennett and John Nash—high school buddies turned LGBTQ marketing trailblazers, best known for their groundbreaking Subaru campaigns. Tim and John blend corporate and entrepreneurial insights for discussions that seamlessly shift from professional to personal. Tune in for their trademark humor, industry insights, and the kind of chemistry you can’t buy off the shelf.
THIS WEEKS SHOW
Yes, You Can Buy Happiness According to a New Study
10.07.26 | Tim and John explore the surprising science behind buying happiness, the humorous potential of brand ambassadorships like the Planters Nutmobile, and the intriguing predictions of doomsday scenarios. They also share personal stories about overpopulation fears, luxury lifestyle choices, and the value of buying time. Alice Louise Walton, of Walmart fame, is the Business Birthday.
TFG Unbuttoned: Flyers Oblivious to Personal Space
10.13.26 | Tim and John examine the importance of respecting personal space on flights, the impending regulation of THC drinks, political hypocrisies, and behind-the-scenes stories from the making of the movie Caddyshack.
PAST SHOWS
TFG Unbuttoned: CROCS Goes After Five Below
10.06.26 | In this episode, John and Tim explore a variety of topics including a humorous look at Aldi finds, a bizarre story of a remote worker collecting a paycheck for months unnoticed, legal battles over imitation Crocs, and the importance of voting amidst political tensions. They share insights, personal anecdotes, and commentary on current events and consumer culture.
The Two Most Important Skills Needed in Today’s Workplace
09.30.26 | In this episode, Tim Bennett and John Nash explore how AI is transforming workplace skills, the changing landscape of The Focus Group audience, and the humorous side of their personal stories. Martha Stewart threatens to release her “modeling nudes” from her past and hazing at the University of Wisconsin is uncovered. The Business Birthday celebrates our own Focus Group original, Mr. John T. Nash!
TFG Unbuttoned: Anger on the Left and Right
09.29.26 | In this episode, Tim Bennett and John Nash discuss a variety of current events and social issues, from political extremes to bizarre news stories, highlighting how polarization and odd behaviors reflect broader societal trends.
