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Delusional: Winning the Weekly War of Dentistry

Delusional: Winning the Weekly War of Dentistry

Dr. Todd Snyder 187 Episodes Sep 11, 2026

Dr. Todd Snyder hosts this podcast aimed at dentists who are frustrated with their practice and want to escape stress and financial strain. It covers strategies for creating more money, time freedom, and a consistent workplace culture. Snyder is the founder of Legion, a community of dentists pursuing wealth and freedom, and a fellow of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Each episode focuses on shifting both your dental business and personal life, moving from delusion to practical results.

Episodes

THE $5,000 COURSE THAT MADE YOU NOTHING: Why Dental CE Fails Without Execution
THE $5,000 COURSE THAT MADE YOU NOTHING: Why Dental CE Fails Without Execution Sep 11, 2026 1187 You spent $5,000 on a dental course.Maybe more.You learned the procedure, took pages of notes, went home fired up…and six months later, how many times did you actually do it? That is the problem. Dental education is not dental mastery.In this episode of Delusional: Winning the Weekly War of Dentistry, Dr. Todd Snyder challenges one of the biggest failures in traditional dental continuing education
YOUR DENTAL PRACTICE IS BLEEDING: The Leaks Dentists Keep Ignoring
YOUR DENTAL PRACTICE IS BLEEDING: The Leaks Dentists Keep Ignoring Sep 6, 2026 1907 A busy dental practice is not necessarily a profitable dental practice. In this episode of Delusional: Winning the Weekly War of Dentistry, Dr. Todd Snyder exposes the hidden leaks that can quietly drain dental practice profitability—even when production is growing and the schedule is full.From dental insurance adjustments and rising overhead to weak case acceptance, unscheduled treatment, poor sc
BUSY IS NOT SUCCESS: The Comfort Trap Killing Dental Practice Profitability
BUSY IS NOT SUCCESS: The Comfort Trap Killing Dental Practice Profitability Aug 21, 2026 643 Your dental practice is busy. Your schedule is packed. You are producing more. Maybe you are booked out for months.So what?Are you actually more successful—or have you simply created a busier, more expensive job for yourself?In this episode of Delusional: Winning the Weekly War of Dentistry, Dr. Todd Snyder challenges one of the biggest lies in dental practice ownership: that more patients, more p
The Trap and the Lie That Built Your Prison
The Trap and the Lie That Built Your Prison Aug 14, 2026 1412 Most dentists are not trapped by a lack of opportunity. They are trapped by the business model they were taught to accept.In this episode, Dr. Todd Snyder confronts the lies that keep dentists stuck inside insurance-driven schedules, shrinking reimbursements, rising overhead, team problems, production pressure, and businesses they would never choose to build again today.Todd shares why he was fire
The Transformation
The Transformation Aug 1, 2025 1498 Dr. Snyder discusses the transformation of the dental industry through his organization, Legion, and introduces upcoming tranformative pivots. Over 180 episodes, the podcast has impacted thousands of dentists, encouraging them to break free from traditional, inefficient business models. He emphasizes the need for dentists to systematize their practices, build strong brands, and focus on long-term
Invisible Prison
Invisible Prison Jul 18, 2025 1347 Dr. Snyder discusses the challenges faced by dentists, emphasizing the "invisible prison" of a broken business model. He criticizes the dependency on insurance companies, which dictate fees and coverage, leading to financial strain and ethical issues. He highlights the need for better systems, a strong brand identity, and effective leadership to escape this prison. He also advocates for dominating
Berserker
Berserker Jul 11, 2025 813 Dr. Snyder discusses the overreaction to small irritationss such as unsolicited emails as a symptom of deeper issues in your professional and personal life. He argues that such reactions reveal frustration, lack of control, and inefficiency. He emphasizes the importance of building systems, investing in marketing, and surrounding yourself with positive influences. He criticizes dentists who compla
Independence Day
Independence Day Jul 4, 2025 760 Dr. Snyder criticizes dentists for feeling controlled by insurance companies, DSOs, and their own staff, likening their situation to colonial oppression. He emphasizes the importance of breaking free from these constraints to achieve true independence and success. He outlines a 90-day plan for dentists to improve their practices, including identifying and removing tyrants, focusing on attracting,
Flushed Wealth
Flushed Wealth Jun 27, 2025 870 Dr. Snyder discusses common financial leaks in dental practices, emphasizing the need for dentists to track and address these issues. He highlights significant losses from PPO write-offs, missed appointments, and unscheduled treatments, estimating annual losses in the six figures. He advises dentists to focus on profit retention, train staff to improve communication and follow-up, and consider dro
Freedom Of Choice
Freedom Of Choice Jun 20, 2025 819 Dr. Snyder emphasizes the importance of dentists making informed business decisions to build a successful practice. He argues that dentists often operate out of fear, leading to low-value services and financial strain. He advocates for investing in elite tools, marketing, and training to offer high-value care and attract premium patients. He criticizes outdated dental practices and technologies, u
Conflict Creates Change
Conflict Creates Change Jun 13, 2025 1038 Dr. Snyder emphasizes the importance of conflict in achieving success in dental practices. He argues that dentists often avoid confrontation, leading to underperformance, reliance on insurance, and stagnation. He advocates for direct communication with employees, patients, and vendors to address issues and improve performance. He stresses the need for dentists to challenge themselves, adopt better
The Delusion Of Arrival
The Delusion Of Arrival Jun 6, 2025 580 Dr. Snyder emphasizes that success in dentistry is a daily pursuit, not a destination. He criticizes the notion of "arrival," arguing that it breeds complacency and stagnation. True success involves continuous growth, impact, mastery, and legacy. He warns against the illusion of success based on material possessions or social media metrics, highlighting the importance of consistent effort, aligned

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