Russ & Denice Relyea Share Their Story on the UtahPreneur Podcast

World’s Best Corndog owners, Russ and Denice Relyea, were recently guests on the UtahPreneur podcast—and their story is as inspiring as it is unexpected. In this candid conversation, they opened up about how a single corndog helped pull Russ from one of the lowest points in his life, and how together, they turned a food truck idea into a beloved Utah-based brand.

In the episode, Russ shares how he was at rock bottom—financially and emotionally—when a chance encounter with a corndog vendor in North Dakota lit a spark that would change everything. Fueled by determination (and a serious love for corndogs), Russ went all in, perfecting the recipe until he finally nailed down what would become the now-famous World’s Best Corndog.

Just two days before they officially launched the business, Russ married Denice—and from that point on, their love story and business journey became one. Together, they’ve weathered the challenges of launching a food truck, built a powerful brand rooted in quality and service, and grown a loyal fanbase that lines up for their hand-dipped golden goodness across Utah.

The episode dives into:

• Russ’s powerful comeback story
• What makes World’s Best Corndog truly “the best”
• How the couple grew from a single truck to a food empire
• The core values that guide their customer experience and business growth
• Lessons learned from building a brand together as a married couple

Whether you’re a food entrepreneur, a fan of small business success stories, or just someone who appreciates a seriously good corndog, this episode is one you won’t want to miss.

🎧 Episode Link here: https://utahpreneur.buzzsprout.com/2421344/episodes/16577597-from-roadside-stand-to-utah-s-favorite-food-truck-world-s-best-corndogs-russ-and-denice-relyea