In this special announcement video of Emerging Franchise Brands, host Frank Fiume shares a heartfelt message with listeners as the podcast prepares to take a temporary hiatus after an incredible run of 220 episodes, over 1 million views, and a growing community of nearly 20,000 subscribers.
Frank launched the show 28 months ago with one simple goal: to spotlight the most exciting and inspiring stories in franchising—especially during the pivotal emerging phase. Along the way, he’s interviewed some of the most driven founders, CEOs, and brand leaders in the franchise world.
But what started as a content project has become something far deeper. In this episode, Frank reflects on the patterns he’s seen, the lessons he’s learned, and how so many of his guests’ stories mirrored his own journey—from startup uncertainty to breakout success.
He also opens up about the next chapter: while the show is taking a break, this isn’t goodbye. Big things are on the horizon, and the best way to stay in the loop is by staying subscribed and following Frank on LinkedIn and Instagram.
This episode isn’t just a pause, it’s a tribute. To the builders. The believers. The founders who said yes when everything in their life said “play it safe.” This is for you.
Thank you for being part of the journey.
January 26, 2026
