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
Your Dream Job Awaits
07.15.26 | Shop Talk this week looks at a study by the real estate platform Redfin, which concludes that retirees should not rely on their homes to be a safety net unless they do the required maintenance and updating. Caught My Eye looks at a story that John discovered was clickbait about a cat and jury duty. Also, Jeopardy is looking to add one new clue writer to staff for the first time in 10 years. First, you must pass the online contestant test to apply. Charles Rudolph Boysen, the inventor of the Boysenberry, is our Business Birthday.
TFG Unbuttoned: Way to Go Ohio
07.28.26 | In this episode, Tim and John discuss an anti-LGBTQ billboard campaign in Ohio from a Seattle hate group. Also, Grindr continues to grow despite complaints about limited free use and cost for premium services. Finally, Larry the cat welcomes his 7th Prime Minister to 10 Downing Street.
PAST SHOWS
TFG Unbuttoned: Turkey’s Unusual NATO Summit Parting Gift
07.14.26 | In this episode of TFG Unbuttoned, Tim and John discuss the personalized handgun that Turkish President Erdogan gifted to NATO leaders last week. Also, an all LGBTQ+ racing team in Australia and the retirement of Ann Northrop from GAYUSA TV is noted.
Paper Don’t Break
07.08.26 | Shop Talk this week looks at a study that makes a scientific claim for reading on paper, not screens, for better comprehension. Caught My Eye looks at the origin of fuzzy dice and a free jockstrap and harness giveaway by the streamer Tubi. Ferdinand von Zeppelin, the inventor of viable dirigibles, is our Business Birthday.
TFG Unbuttoned: Patti LuPone Cries Fowl on Turkey
07.07.26 | John and Tim dissect recent news stories, including the controversy over Turkey blocking an LGBTQ Atlantis cruise, the shift to paperless airline boarding passes, and the dangers of sketchy gas station pills. They also share humorous anecdotes and critique current political and social issues, providing insights, and entertainment.
