Extraordinary America: Recent Episodes
Indraneel Samaddar
America has always been about freedom, opportunity, and the pursuit of happiness. However, most Americans are not free when it comes to the financial front. Most are under financial slavery due to losing their jobs, having stagnant wages due to outsourcing, inflation due to money printing, and debt of all kinds. Wealth and income inequality runs rampant across America while the middle class has all but disappeared! Where there is no freedom, there can never be opportunity nor happiness. Such a disconnect between who we are as Americans and our Financial reality cannot be allowed to continue. Therefore, Extraordinary America is about the abolition of financial slavery. It is about the financial freedom of the 99%. It is about Americans restoring the Extraordinary within themselves and setting themselves free! The truth is Americans are Extraordinary. As immigrants and descendants of immigrants, they have overcome insurmountable obstacles and barriers with their pioneering and entrepreneurial spirit, and this time is no different. Americans should never give up or surrender to hopelessness and despair, no matter how bad the situation is, no matter how much the odds are stacked against them. Just as spring overcomes winter, Day overcomes Night, the light within us shall overcome the darkness around us. Its time for us to know that we are our own saviors, that there is an Extraordinary within us waiting to be unleashed, that freedom is our birthright and that we shall realize the American Dream! The path to financial freedom is by educating and transforming ourselves into Entrepreneurs and Investors on the light side! In this podcast Cosmos Dar interviews Entrepreneurs and Investors who fought against the odds, and in many cases came from humble beginnings to attain financial freedom, to see how they did it. He hopes through all these stories that the Extraordinary within the audience shall awaken, that they shall take the actions necessary to abolish financial slavery from their lives and finally Realize the American dream! Therefore, Extraordinary America is about the abolition of financial slavery. It is about the financial freedom of the 99%. It is about Americans restoring the Extraordinary within themselves and setting themselves free!
The truth is Americans are Extraordinary. As immigrants and descendants of immigrants, they have overcome insurmountable obstacles and barriers with their pioneering and entrepreneurial spirit, and this time is no different. Americans should never give up or surrender to hopelessness and despair, no matter how bad the situation is, no matter how much the odds are stacked against them. Just as spring overcomes winter, Day overcomes Night, the light within us shall overcome the darkness around us. Its time for us to know that we are our own saviors, that there is an Extraordinary within us waiting to be unleashed, that freedom is our birthright and that we shall realize the American Dream!
The path to financial freedom is by educating and transforming ourselves into Entrepreneurs and Investors on the light side! In this podcast Cosmos Dar interviews Entrepreneurs and Investors who fought against the odds, and in many cases came from humble beginnings to attain financial freedom, to see how they did it. He hopes through all these stories that the Extraordinary within the audience shall awaken, that they shall take the actions necessary to abolish financial slavery from their lives and finally Realize the American dream!
Ashley Johnson joins us to share her passion and work in educating corporate America about spirality practices in the business world. She will help you overcome self-doubt and show you that you don’t have to pursue happiness, you can find it today in the here and now. {You can hear the full episode on Thursday, September 14th}
We are joined today by Harlow, an entrepreneur, performance coach, and martial artist, who shares his background and passion. Harlow's single life gives him time and resources to have an adventurous life.
Harlow has managed a martial arts studio, obtained a degree in technology, and later became a professional artist and Blacksmith. His journey has developed diverse skills and has led him to take more risks. The motivating factor for Harlow's decision to become a performance coach was his early commitment to martial arts. He had a tough childhood and embraced it to protect herself from the situation she grew up in. This early commitment to martial arts allowed him to pursue his passion and pursue his dreams.
Highlights:
{02:34} Harlow’s journey
{06:50} Taking a financial risk.
{08:51} The importance of motivation in entrepreneurship
{11:59} How goals change over time.
{19:33} How the online world has changed all aspects of our lives.
{22:25} The biggest lessons Harlow learned as he saw technology change around him.
{25:05} The opportunity of running a business online without overhead expenses.
{43:55} Retreats with Harlow
Harlow Reseburg Bio
As an experienced coach and remote high-ticket sales closer, I am passionate about helping individuals and businesses achieve more growth and reach. I have been self-employed or contract labor for 20+ years. With over eight thousand direct personal connections, I bring the capability to do my own network outreach in addition to your business's current lead generation system. With 35+ years of experience in various vocations and formal education in computer hardware technology, I have developed an eclectic range of soft and hard skills in life.
Connect with Harlow:
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harlowreseburgiii
Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/harlowreseburgiii
Website: https://reseburgconstructionllc.com & https://harlowreseburgiii.com
We are joined today by Harlow, an entrepreneur, performance coach, and martial artist, who shares his background and passion. Harlow's single life gives him time and resources to have an adventurous life.
Harlow has managed a martial arts studio, obtained a degree in technology, and later became a professional artist and Blacksmith. His journey has developed diverse skills and has led him to take more risks. The motivating factor for Harlow's decision to become a performance coach was his early commitment to martial arts. He had a tough childhood and embraced it to protect herself from the situation she grew up in. This early commitment to martial arts allowed him to pursue his passion and pursue his dreams.
{You can hear the full episode on Thursday, September 7th}
Tamara started her entrepreneurial journey at a young age, working in various industries. She sought mentorship and learned from failure, believing it's essential for growth. Surrounding herself with positive people helps overcome fear. Tamara shares her advice for other women entrepreneurs, balancing femininity with strength in the entrepreneur world.
Highlights:
{03:05} The journey of Tamara Vander Lugt
{06:23} Overcoming the fear of failure.
{10:37} Trusting your instincts.
{15:20} Balancing femininity with strength
{18:20} Advice for female entrepreneurs
{21:00} America, is the land of the free and the place where dreams are made.
{24:00} Realizing the American Dream
{26:00} Overcoming debt and inflation.
Tamara Vander Luet Bio:
Tamara is an entrepreneur and philanthropist with over two decades of experience in operational districts, project management, marketing, and startup companies. Tamara specializes in the development and execution of domestic and global startups.
She has vast experience in a variety of sectors such as construction, food and beverage, alternative energy, transportation, aviation, finance, and hard assets. Currently, she's implementing her father's dying wish and completing the global humanitarian project he had been working on since the mid-2000s, all with the goal of helping others and being a positive light in the world, phase one starts with a global transportation company called Jag Global Transport Inc., which would move high-value hard assets for clients Globally, utilizing former combat veterans as security personnel creates the highest level of success and aims to reduce veteran suicide rates.
Phase two is the development of an avionics school centered on humanitarian aid using industry and disruptive technology, and phase three revolves around affordable housing paired with full-circle sustainable farming Methods.
Connect with Tamara:
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamaravanderlugt
Tamara started her entrepreneurial journey at a young age, working in various industries. She sought mentorship and learned from failure, believing it's essential for growth. Surrounding herself with positive people helps her overcome fear. Tamara shares her advice for other women entrepreneurs, balancing femininity with strength in the entrepreneur world. {You can hear the full episode on Thursday, August 31st}
David Corsini, a certified trainer and coach of Neurolinguistic programming joins us to share his passion with goal setting, problem-solving, and business strategy. Corsini divided his understanding of the mind into three major categories: words we use with ourselves, words we use with others, and words other people use with us. The deeper problem with our void is the inner chatter, which is the negativity we put within ourselves.
Highlights:
{02:30} David’s journey
{10:10} The relationship between inner chatter and self-worth
{13:10} Advice for people on autopilot with negative thoughts
{23:10} How to transform from a negative identity to a positive identity.
{39:30} The Potential of America
David Corsini Bio:
David is the CEO of Activated Potential, where he helps his clients with goal setting, problem-solving, and business strategy after years of struggling to find his identity. David decided to go on a journey with one question in mind. Who am I supposed to be? Which finally led him to his purpose. He's committed to unlocking the human code and teaching others how to access their Genius David is an extraordinary American.
Connect with David:
Website: https://www.the-potentialist.com
IG: https://www.instagram.com/the.potentialist
David Corsini, a certified trainer and coach of Neurolinguistic programming joins us to share his passion with goal setting, problem-solving, and business strategy. Corsini divided his understanding of the mind into three major categories: words we use with ourselves, words we use with others, and words other people use with us. The deeper problem with our void is the inner chatter, which is the negativity we put within ourselves.
{You can hear the full Episode on Thursday August 24th}
Ian joins us to share his journey into the world of aviation and the lessons he learned that he uses today to help people thrive in communication and create relationships that last.
Highlights:
{02:54} Ian’s journey
{06:50} Having an evolving vision.
{09:50} Overcoming fear of flying.
{11:55} The greatest lessons learned from the aviation industry.
{14:57} Business lessons learned from aviation.
{18:27} The four parallels between pilots and business
{23:10} The biggest challenge Ian faced in the aviation industry.
{25:15} Advice for someone with low self-esteem
{27:28} Advice for anyone starting an aviation career.
{29:33} The American Dream from a British perspective.
Ian Norris Bio:
Ian is a business owner and a public speaker. He also has aviation in his blood. He spent most of his life in and around aircraft and airports, and his work experience includes everything from refueling to the maintenance of aircraft of all types. In addition to flying aircraft both in the general aviation and airline arenas, he's also passionate about excellence in communication.
Some years ago, he realized some similarities could be found between communication between pilots and air traffic controllers and communication between people and the business world. Now Ian shares those similarities with those wishing to take their relationships and communication to a new level, and he does so with colorful and interesting real-world examples in speaking engagements.
He earned a degree in aeronautical engineering while on an apprenticeship. At British Airways. And his bachelor's degree in English. After moving to the United States
Connect with Ian:
Website: https://www.tangoflight.org
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-norris-28901b4b
Ian joins us to share his journey into the world of aviation and the lessons he learned that he uses today to help people thrive in communication and create relationships that last.
{You can hear the full episode on Thursday, August 17th}
Don Sevcik joins us to share his experience of scaling attention on a math tutoring site, which led to a significant increase in traffic and a significant increase in Google search rankings. He shares how he was able to improve their SEO and attract more visitors. Don explains the importance of considering the language used in a sales promotion, as it can affect the reader's understanding of the content. Understanding the importance of speed and user validity in SEO and website development can lead to significant improvements in the user experience.
Highlights:
{02:35} The story of Math Celebrity
{13:44} Working smarter not harder.
{18:00} AB testing
{24:00} Greatest lesson learned from creating Math Celebrity
{37:38} The Book Free Traffic Frenzy
Don Sevcik Bio:
Don is the Founder of Math Celebrity, the fastest math tutor on the planet. Enter a math problem, push the button, and see every step-by-step line of math work in a fraction of a second.
Don has been featured on CBS, NBC, ABC, and Fox and have helped over 8.1 million people in 233 countries understand their homework and optimize their math skills – all without leaving their home.
Don is also hosting the College Prep Confidential podcast.
Connect with Don:
Website: https://www.mathcelebrity.com/online-math-tutor.php
Book: https://www.amazon.ca/Free-Traffic-Frenzy-Website-Visitors-ebook/dp/B07BR6G5KC
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donsevcik
At the age of 19, Dr. Andrea Renee was the co-founder and president of Andrea Renee, Inc., a cutting-edge jewelry design and production business with headquarters in Manhattan's SOHO neighborhood before she graduated as a doctor of acupuncture and oriental medicine. She received recognition on a global scale for 15 years as one of New York Magazine's "Favourite Downtown Jewellery Designers" because of the famous customers who frequented her own SOHO Boutique.
9/11 destroyed many downtown businesses including Dr. Renee’s. She shares her story of trying to recover a business after an unexpected national tragedy. And restarting her life after 40.
Highlights:
{02:21} Dr. Andrea’s journey
{12:54} Contingency plan for an unprecedented historic event
{17:14} The effect of the COVID Lockdowns on business
{21:36} Transitioning to a new career.
{32:30} How to recover your business after a disaster.
{39:34} All we can control is our response.
{49:10} The benefits of acupuncture
Dr. Andrea Renee Bio:
Dr. Andrea Renee earned her Masters Degree in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (MATCM) at Yo San University in LA, CA, with specializations in Orthopedics and Chigong while completing her clinical internship at Yo San’s Blount Clinic with externships at Venice Family Clinic and The Wellness Center at LA County USC Hospital. Dr. Renee completed her Doctoral Degree in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (DACM) at Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in San Diego, CA while at the same time completing the extensive 4000-hour CA State Acupuncture Board Tutorial Program as a Doctoral Fellow, Assistant Clinic/Herbal Medicine Pharmacy Supervisor and Board Exam Tutor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine at AOMA University of Integrative Medicine in Austin, TX, the top 5 Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine University in the U.S.
Dr. Andrea Renee has been practicing Acupuncture and Herbology in LA, CA since 2016. In addition, Dr. Renee has been working with over 6000 clients over the last 15 years and receiving 5-star reviews as an acupuncturist as well as a Yoga and Meditation Instructor since 2007 plus a Life Coach and Asian Bodywork Therapist practicing Medical Chigong Energy Work, Acupressure, Cupping, Auriculo-Therapy treatments & Exercise Therapy since 2010.
Connect with Dr. Andrea:
Website: https://chillaxom.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrAndreaReneeDACM
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AndreaReneeAcupuntureMindBodyMedicinePC
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chillaxom
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chillaxom
At the age of 19, Dr. Andrea Renee was the co-founder and president of Andrea Renee, Inc., a cutting-edge jewelry design and production business with headquarters in Manhattan's SOHO neighborhood before she graduated as a doctor of acupuncture and oriental medicine. She received recognition on a global scale for 15 years as one of New York Magazine's "Favourite Downtown Jewellery Designers" because of the famous customers who frequented her own SOHO Boutique.
9/11 destroyed many downtown businesses including Dr. Renee’s. She shares her story of trying to recover a business after an unexpected national tragedy. And restarting her life after 40.
{You can hear the full episode on Thursday, August 3rd}
Joy grew up in a meditation home in Bangkok, Thailand, where meditation was a regular practice. She had the good fortune to be a model, and she eventually rose to the top of Thailand. Her spiritual practices have aided her in real-world success, as she has learned the foundations of business womanhood and the value of responsibility and discipline.
Joy created her first spa, concentrating on health, beauty, and wellness, in 2013. She began in real estate and eventually built their own spa in 2013. Since then, the spa has flourished and gotten a return on investment, making it a thriving business.
We have several obligations as entrepreneurs, including operations, marketing, accounting, and finance. We must also be able to communicate their strengths and weaknesses to others.
Highlights:
{03:34} Joy’s journey
{07:00} How mediation can help your business thrive.
{10:00} From modeling to entrepreneurship in the SPA business
{17:30} Overcoming the fear of failure.
{31:00} How to have success in America when you come from the East.
{42:15} Receiving the medal of honor from the Queen of Thailand
Joy Vanichkul Bio:
Joy is an entrepreneur. As a well-being specialist, yoga and meditation teacher, as well as a former international supermodel and TV host, she's the founder and CEO of Wellness of Joy, where she helps people achieve balance, Joy, and stress-free living using tools and techniques from eastern Ancient medical knowledge and Western evidence-based science. She's also currently launching her Intelligent Beauty Method program globally.
Joy was born into a meditation family in Thailand. She began to meditate when she was just seven years old and was very fortunate to be taught by one of the greatest meditation team masters in the East. Her journey continued to the Himalayan mountains, where she was initiated into the ancient language of Himalayan master’s by With Yogi, Joy began her modeling career at age 16 and quickly became one of Asia's top supermodels and TV hosts. With her entrepreneurial spirit, she created an open sense of Joy spa. It was an instant success and grew into multiple locations.
She also added her medical spa and beauty product lines. The whole thing became A multi-million-dollar business with a team of 200 staff and 20,000 members. She received prestigious international awards for Best New Spa and achieved the highest sales award for her product line in Thailand. As a reward for her services, Joy was presented with the Medal of Honor by Her Majesty the Queen of Thailand.
Joy is also a co-founder and director of the Meditation and Yoga program at Tree Academy in Los Angeles, CA.
Connect with Joy:
Website: www.wellnessofjoy.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyvanichkul
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joyvanichkul
Joy grew up in a meditation home in Bangkok, Thailand, where meditation was a regular practice. She had the good fortune to be a model, and she eventually rose to the top of Thailand. Her spiritual practices have aided her in real-world success, as she has learned the foundations of business womanhood and the value of responsibility and discipline.
Joy created her first spa, concentrating on health, beauty, and wellness, in 2013. She began in real estate and eventually built their own spa in 2013. Since then, the spa has flourished and gotten a return on investment, making it a thriving business.
We have several obligations as entrepreneurs, including operations, marketing, accounting, and finance. We must also be able to communicate their strengths and weaknesses to others.
{You can hear the full episode on Thursday, July 27th}
Erin Babcock joins us to share her journey. As a physician assistant, she was initially planning to pursue a career in medicine but faced injuries and stress fractures in college. This shifted her perspective, as she realized she could help people by doing something else. During COVID, her mother became involved in the cannabis industry, focusing on essential oils and natural health solutions. She met people from Colorado who founded Primo Gardens Inc., a retail storefront and lab that produces CBD products and other cannabinoid products for retail sale to consumers. Primo Gardens Inc. also produces custom CBD brands.
Cannabis has a long history and background, with its history dating back to 2800 BC and being used for medicinal purposes by Chinese emperors. However, the stigma surrounding cannabis has been a significant issue, with misinformation and propaganda from the last century. The endocannabinoid system, which exists in all creatures, has an innate interaction with the plant, with THC being the primary psychoactive component. The author aims to help educate people about the plant and its therapeutic benefits, as it is essential for our health and balance.
Highlights:
{11:36} The stigma around Cannabis
{02:56} The journey to start a cannabis business.
{15:56} The Reality of Entrepreneurship in the cannabis industry
{17:20} The Gen Z entrepreneurship journey
{20:34} Advise for the Gen Z
{23:59} The fear of leaving the comfort zone.
{33:49} The Gen Z perspective on the American Dream
{42:34} Primo Gardens Inc
{46:40} Cannabis Business Practicum
Erin Babcock Bio:
Erin is an ambitious entrepreneur, public speaker, and model, with a vision to elevate the health and harmony of humanity. She grew up playing elite soccer and played collegiately at the University of Akron, where she also earned a B.S. degree in Exercise Science. In 2021, she and her business partner, Angela, opened the doors of Primo Gardens Inc, a CBD retail and manufacturing lab in Columbus, OH, that provides health and wellness products to regain balance through the creation of customized, targeted blends for individuals and by helping other people or businesses start their own unique CBD line.
Erin has completed her Master’s in Medical Cannabis Science and Therapeutics from the University of Maryland, School of Pharmacy. She is a passionate educator and speaker about cannabis, the endocannabinoid system, and other areas that contribute to holistic harmony, including movement and mindset transformation. She is a partner in an educational initiative called Cannabis Business Practicum to help start-ups and small businesses thrive in the cannabis industry. Erin is also in the process of developing her personal brand, EEErinergy, which will include aspects of entrepreneurship, modeling, public speaking, and the areas of harmony, health, and expansion.
Connect with Erin:
Website: https://primogardensinc.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-babcock-ms-4634a3210
Erin Babcock joins us to share her journey. As a physician assistant, she was initially planning to pursue a career in medicine but faced injuries and stress fractures in college. This shifted her perspective, as she realized she could help people by doing something else. During COVID, her mother became involved in the cannabis industry, focusing on essential oils and natural health solutions. She met people from Colorado who founded Primo Gardens Inc., a retail storefront and lab that produces CBD products and other cannabinoid products for retail sale to consumers. Primo Gardens Inc. also produces custom CBD brands.
Cannabis has a long history and background, with its history dating back to 2800 BC and being used for medicinal purposes by Chinese emperors. However, the stigma surrounding cannabis has been a significant issue, with misinformation and propaganda from the last century. The endocannabinoid system, which exists in all creatures, has an innate interaction with the plant, with THC being the primary psychoactive component. The author aims to help educate people about the plant and its therapeutic benefits, as it is essential for our health and balance.
{You can hear the full episode on Thursday, July 20th}
Gene Eidelman, the co-founder of Azure Printed Homes, is an immigrant who came to the US at 18 years old with no money and no English. He was educated in college and started developing real estate with his brother, who later became a successful real estate agent.
Despite facing financial issues and learning English, Gene managed to get a real estate license and started doing business. Despite facing financial issues, Gene managed to get a real estate license and enter the real estate industry. Los Angeles provided a huge advantage for Gene, as it was a diverse place with many clients from Eastern Europe.
Gene Eidelman's story highlights the challenges faced by immigrants in the US, including language barriers, financial issues, and the need for hard work and research. His transition from real estate to the construction industry was a challenging one, but his experience in the construction industry has helped him navigate the challenges and become a successful real estate agent.
Highlights:
{01:07} Gene’s journey
{1:56} Learning a new language while starting a business
{06:51} The ruthless construction industry
{09:36} Overcoming the Fear of Failure.
{13:11} Overcoming trust issues after having a bad partnership.
{17:26} Helping refugees from the former Soviet Union
{27:23} How America treats immigrants vs how other countries treat immigrants.
{32:00} How to attain the American Dream
{36:23} Azure Printing Press… printed homes
Gene Eidelman Bio:
Gene is the co-founder of Azure Printed Homes. Azure is fundamentally changing the construction industry by 3D printing homes with recycled materials, which is 70% faster and 30% less expensive than the current construction methods, as well as having a positive environmental impact. Gene emigrated to Los Angeles from Ukraine over 35 years ago. He was recognized for settling over 6,000 refugees from the former Soviet Union and even appeared on the Oprah Winfrey Show.
He also served on the boards of numerous nonprofit educational organizations in the US, India, and the UK. Gene is an example of an immigrant who came to America and fought against the odds to realize the American dream.
Connect with Gene:
Website: https://www.azureprintedhomes.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/azureprintedhomes
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geneeidelman
Invest: https://republic.com/azure#
Gene Eidelman, the co-founder of Azure Printed Homes, is an immigrant who came to the US at 18 years old with no money and no English. He was educated in college and started developing real estate with his brother, who later became a successful real estate agent.
Despite facing financial issues and learning English, Gene managed to get a real estate license and started doing business. Despite facing financial issues, Gene managed to get a real estate license and enter the real estate industry. Los Angeles provided a huge advantage for Gene, as it was a diverse place with many clients from Eastern Europe.
Gene Eidelman's story highlights the challenges faced by immigrants in the US, including language barriers, financial issues, and the need for hard work and research. His transition from real estate to the construction industry was a challenging one, but his experience in the construction industry has helped him navigate the challenges and become a successful real estate agent.
{You can hear the full episode on Thursday June 13th}
Your mind believes your voice more than any other voice.
LoriAnn joins to share her creation of an ideal life vision program. LoriAnn wants to help you find your passion and monetize it. Music and words of affirmation can have an effect on the subconscious mind. She believes that every single person becomes joyful and happy and sends out those vibrations of inner peace and calm and guidance.
Highlights:
{01:14} LoriAnn’s journey
{12:26} How to monetize your passion.
{15:25} How to find a mentor without getting scammed.
{19:41} advice for the mother who wants to restart life after 40
{39:30} Using the subconscious mind to Find the American Dream
{43:09} The Ideal Life Vision Program
LoriAnne Garner Bio:
LoriAnn is an entrepreneur and life coach. In her entrepreneurial endeavors, LoriAnn not only found financial stability but also discovered her passion for empowering others. She honed her skills as an ideal life vision coach, helping people transform their mindsets, and bio-hack their subconscious to create the lives that they truly desired.
Over the past 12 years, she has also dedicated herself to assisting individuals with their skin and health concerns. Her unique brand of expertise in skin care, health, and mindset has empowered countless individuals to break through barriers and unlock their full potential. LoriAnn’s story is about her journey from being a dedicated stay-at-home mom of five children to becoming a successful entrepreneur and coach, impacting many along the way. And that is why I have her on the show. Hello Leanne, are you there?
Connect with LoriAnn:
Website: https://redoxpowers.com https://www.bewellinyourcells.com https://lorianngarner.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEHr9U2YPI3m0T8EfA2LGLg
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/loriann.go
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/loriann-garner-1444706a
Your mind believes your voice more than any other voice.
LoriAnn joins to share her creation of an ideal life vision program. LoriAnn wants to help you find your passion and monetize it. Music and words of affirmation can have an effect on the subconscious mind. She believes that every single person becomes joyful and happy and sends out those vibrations of inner peace and calm and guidance.
{You can hear the full episode on Thursday July 6th}
Trevor survived a childhood of domestic abuse, as an adult he wanted to find a way to help children living in the situation he grew up in. He signed up for a trip to Mount Everest. One problem, he was afraid of heights.
You will be inspired by Trevor’s story.
Highlights:
{03:15} Trevor’s journey
{06:48} Climbing Mount Everest and Kilimanjaro
{11:56} Saving a woman on the side of Mount Everest
{21:04} The secret sauce to overcoming fears
{24:08} A message to survivors of domestic abuse
{32:30} Advice for the person who has lost hope.
Trevor Stuart Bio:
Trevor grew up surrounded by domestic violence. He experienced a pivotal moment when, as a child, he decided he’d live above how he was being raised and accept whatever consequences came with that one decision changed everything for him - choice by choice and lesson by lesson – until one day, he felt strong enough to help people living with some of the challenges he grew up with.
As a result of those choices, Trevor has experienced a world he never dreamed of. He’s climbed major mountains all over the world to raise money and awareness for two causes close to his heart: Big Brothers Big Sisters and the YWCA. And he accomplished that despite daunting physical and emotional challenges that seemed determined to thwart him.
Trevor’s message? “If I can do it, you can too!” Thanks to a high level of commitment, dogged determination, and perseverance in the face of roadblocks and adversity, Trevor has elevated his life and finally escaped his past. Now, he inspires others to answer the call for themselves . . . "What's YOUR Everest?"
Connect with Trevor:
Website: https://www.elevatinglives.com
Trevor survived a childhood of domestic abuse, as an adult he wanted to find a way to help children living in the situation he grew up in. He signed up for a trip to Mount Everest. One problem, he was afraid of heights.
You will be inspired by Trevor’s story.
{You can hear the full episode on Thursday, June 29th}
Jim Lomot is a former Wall Street banker who has overcome depression and alcoholism. He believes that personal development, intentional living, and surrounding yourself with the right people can help you achieve your goals. The true way to be happy is through relationships. Money doesn't buy happiness.
Highlights:
{02:45} Jim’s journey
{10:42} Intentional living
{27:58} Choosing the Hard Path
{33:00} Is the American Dream possible?
{40:02} Trinity Growth Solutions
Jim Lomot Bio:
Jim is the founder and CEO of Trinity Growth Solutions. He empowers leaders and entrepreneurs to simplify their lives more successfully and live the life that they were created for.
After a 20-year career in the financial world of Wall Street as well as corporate America. Jim realized his ladder was up against the long wall. Facing three seemingly impossible challenges to overcome, Jim went through his own transformational journey. It was during this time that he was able to develop a simple yet powerful three-step process that changed the trajectory of his life. Jim is passionate about living an intentional life and teaching what it takes to be a leader in the 21st century.
Connect with Jim:
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimlomot
Jim Lomot is a former Wall Street banker who has overcome depression and alcoholism. He believes that personal development, intentional living, and surrounding yourself with the right people can help you achieve your goals. The true way to be happy is through relationships. Money doesn't buy happiness. {You can hear the full episode on Thursday June 22nd}
Mike Mumola is an attorney, serial entrepreneur, investor, motivational public speaker, and personal business coach and mentor. He believes that success is working in a way that serves his purpose and helps others, and it also has a physical, mental, and spiritual health component.
Happiness is an inside job, and the pursuit of success is not the pinnacle of happiness. Finding something that you're passionate about and monetizing it is the most effective way to achieve success.
Highlights:
{03:00} Mike’s Journey
{04:00} The process of starting companies
{09:00} A balance between the spiritual, mental, and financial realm
{14:00} The Junction between spirituality and monetary gain.
{17:00} Motivating factors change over time.
{24:10} How to monetize your passion.
{27:30} How to overcome challenges and pursue happiness.
{32:00} The American Dream
Mike Mumola Bio:
Over the last 20 years, Mike's key industry experience, far-reaching relationship capital, & commitment to the 'wellness' approach has helped to drive brand strategy & personal development for companies & clients across a variety of industries.
Whether it's through tailored 1-on-1 coaching programs, or community Q&A, Mike is always happy to help friends and fans create their own pathways to success personally and professionally!
Connect with Mike:
Website: https://mikemumola.com
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-mumola-395142b6
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikemumola
Mike Mumola is an attorney, serial entrepreneur, investor, motivational public speaker, and personal business coach and mentor. He believes that success is working in a way that serves his purpose and helps others, and it also has a physical, mental, and spiritual health component.
Happiness is an inside job, and the pursuit of success is not the pinnacle of happiness. Finding something that you're passionate about and monetizing it is the most effective way to achieve success.
{You can hear the full episode on Thursday, June 15th}
Sol Alsina is the CEO and creative director of Mundo Designs, a women's LED branding and website design agency. She joins us to share how pain is a universal experience and that following your pain can lead to your true calling. Social media can be used to inspire you and people should not compare themselves to others. Alsina believes that growing from pain can ultimately lead to the higher pursuit of happiness.
Highlights:
{03:00} Who is Sol Alsina
{05:501} Pushing past the pain.
{08:00} The process of transition
{15:54} Financial Independence for Women in Argentina
{23:03} When you know your calling.
{25:03} Biggest lesson learned.
{24:41} The pitfalls of social media
{29:49} Overcoming challenges.
Sol Alsina Bio:
Sol is the CEO and creative director of Mundo Designs, which is a women's LED branding and website design agency. She's also a personal and business coach, a Ted X speaker, and a social impact designer, she is passionate about crafting powerful digital media designs that spark social change for purpose-driven companies and professionals. She is known for her disruptive design methods that blend biomimicry and human-centered design.
Sol is committed to helping impact makers shine with a digital presence that is eye-catching. She's also created a conscious tech product to measure employee emotions and company culture in real-time. Choosing her company means people are reducing the gender gap in technology since Mundoh-designs actively train single mothers, refugee women, and young girls.
Connect with Sol:
Website: https://mundoh-designs.com/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/solalsina/?originalSubdomain=ar
Sol Alsina is the CEO and creative director of Mundo Designs, a women's LED branding and website design agency. She joins us to share how pain is a universal experience and that following your pain can lead to your true calling. Social media can be used to inspire you and people should not compare themselves to others. Alsina believes that growing from pain can ultimately lead to the higher pursuit of happiness.
{You can hear the full episode on Thursday, June 8th}
America was born through suffering, and that suffering is optional. Meditating allows you to realize that you are already free. Brandon Mehrgut the founder of Modern Mindfulness, a mindfulness training and consulting organization with over 1000 active members in Austin, TX joins us today to explain how meditation combined with the right mindset is the key to creating a better world.
The vast majority of people who teach meditation are not ready to teach meditation. There is a balance between the material and spiritual world, and that meditation turns innovation on its head. He believes that a non-striving mind while simultaneously practicing the right effort, concentration, and mindfulness is one of the teachings from the eightfold Noble path.
Highlights:
{02:03} Brandon’s journey
{07:32} Combining Entrepreneurship with spirituality.
{17:23} Changing your thinking will give long-term benefits.
{21:07} Separating yourself from your thoughts.
{34:12} The role of Meditation in American Freedom
Brandon Mehrgut Bio:
Brandon is the founder of Modern Mindfulness, which is a mindfulness training and consulting organization with over 1000 active members alone in Austin, TX. He's a certified corporate-based mindfulness trainer. Has experience in Coaching a wide range of clients Ranging from the US government, the New Orleans FBI, and companies such as Volkswagen, Chevron, Disney, Lego, Alibaba, and others.
Before this, he had founded the China Trainer’s community, China's largest community of English-speaking corporate trainers for Fortune 500 companies. Brandon believes in meditation combined with the right mindset is the key to creating a better world.
Connect with Brandon:
Website: https://www.modernmindfulness.com
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonmehrgut
America was born through suffering, and that suffering is optional. Meditating allows you to realize that you are already free. Brandon Mehrgut the founder of Modern Mindfulness, a mindfulness training and consulting organization with over 1000 active members in Austin, TX joins us today to explain how meditation combined with the right mindset is the key to creating a better world.
The vast majority of people who teach meditation are not ready to teach meditation. There is a balance between the material and spiritual world, and that meditation turns innovation on its head. He believes that a non-striving mind while simultaneously practicing the right effort, concentration, and mindfulness is one of the teachings from the eightfold Noble path.
{You can hear the full episode on Thursday, June 1st}
Shawn Huber is a certified high-performance coach, certified hypnotherapist, and founder of Structured Freedom, a transformational coaching company that helps people connect their minds and body together for becoming healthier people. Shawn shares why having a plan will give people the ability to achieve their goals and dreams as well as their freedom to live the life that they desire.
Shawn has been through cancer and a heart attack and believes people can turn a disaster into a victory through their attitude and perception of the world. Americans should go about searching for freedom in every sphere of their life, it’s time for individuals to step up to start making changes inside their own country and hold people accountable that we've put in positions of power to act on what we want.
Highlights:
{02:25} Shawn’s journey
{10:52} The mindset that gets you through the dark time.
{23:59} Turn a disaster into a victory.
{32:00} How to live a life that maximizes happiness.
{40:20} Structured Freedom and Mental Mechanics
Shawn A. Huber Bio:
Shawn is a certified high-performance coach with the High-Performance Institute and a certified hypnotherapist. He's also the founder of Structured Freedom, which is a transformational coaching company that guides people to connect their minds and body together for becoming healthier people, Shawn believes that by having a plan, people have the ability to achieve their goals and dreams as well as their freedom to live the life that they desire.
Shawn has over 10 years of coaching experience and has worked with a diverse range of clients that all have a common goal of making positive changes to go from good to great. His desire to help people turn their dreams into reality comes from his own personal experiences. Shawn went through many calamities in his own personal life and not just survived but thrived.
Connect with Shawn:
Website: https://www.shawnahuber.com
https://www.shawnahuber.com/megan-shawn-huber
https://www.thewealthbuilderscollective.com
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thementalmechanic
FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/227824444972533
Shawn Huber is a certified high-performance coach, certified hypnotherapist, and founder of Structured Freedom, a transformational coaching company that helps people connect their minds and body together for becoming healthier people. Shawn shares why having a plan will give people the ability to achieve their goals and dreams as well as their freedom to live the life that they desire.
Shawn has been through cancer and a heart attack and believes people can turn a disaster into a victory through their attitude and perception of the world. Americans should go about searching for freedom in every sphere of their life, it’s time for individuals to step up to start making changes inside their own country and hold people accountable that we've put in positions of power to act on what we want.
{You can hear the full episode on Thursday, May 25th}
JR Edens, an entrepreneur, owner of multiple businesses, Gold Star member, and podcaster joins us to share his passion. He reminds us to not use faith as a comfort lid on our life. The American dream is based on faith combined with the entrepreneurial spirit. JR advises people to be proactive in life and to never be reactive. America is extraordinary because it is based on the pursuit of happiness and the freedom to live in freedom. So, whatever it is you are dreaming of, go after it.
Highlights:
{03:38} Guests journey
{07:58} The mindset needed to step out in faith.
{14:15} Getting over the mindset that being poor is what God wants.
{20:31} Facing challenges.
{26:53} Advice for the person who wants to start a business.
{27:54} The American Dream
{38:00} What makes America extraordinary?
{42:18} The work Firehouse Subs is doing.
JR Edens Bio:
JR. is an entrepreneur, owner of multiple businesses, Gold Star member, and podcaster. He's a franchise owner of multiple Firehouse sub-locations. Is the co-owner of Pro-Sense, which is a lighting-buying group company, and is also the owner of Eden's Building Ventures, which is a remodel Company. He went to School to be a pilot, but 9/11 changed the criteria for how many hours you needed to be a commercial pilot.
He joined the Air Force, but with his heart problems, he didn't get far as much as he didn't want to. He called his father and asked about how to get started in the career that his father became very successful in, which is the lighting business. JR ended up spending 20-plus years in the lighting business and it was a great-paying career, but he just didn't have the passion for it.
So, at the age of 41, despite the financial risks of starting a business while raising a family, Jerrod took a leap of faith and dove into the entrepreneurship world. He started a remodeling company, bought into lighting, bought a good company, and bought multiple Firehouse sub-locations. The Firehouse Sub locations allow him to help out the people that take care of the community by approving grants and allocating money to the Firehouse Subs, and public safety foundations to local first responders.
Connect with JR:
Website: https://firehousesubsfoundation.org
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jr-edens-31011632
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daddy-discussions-with-the-3-js/id1653260693
JR Edens, an entrepreneur, owner of multiple businesses, Gold Star member, and podcaster joins us to share his passion. He reminds us to not use faith as a comfort lid on our life. The American dream is based on faith combined with the entrepreneurial spirit. JR advises people to be proactive in life and to never be reactive. America is extraordinary because it is based on the pursuit of happiness and the freedom to live in freedom. So, whatever it is you are dreaming of, go after it.
{You can hear the full episode on Thursday, May 18th}
Leon Lineback is the founder and CEO of two companies, Keystone Construction LLC and Blue Jay Garage Doors LLC. He grew up on a farm and started working in construction at age 16. He shares his lessons learned from construction such as delegating trust but verifying, being humble, and having a growth mindset.
Leon believes that the American dream is about being faithful to God, family, and the people around them. Financial freedom is important in the pursuit of happiness, but happiness is a state of mind.
Highlights:
{02:37} Leon’s journey
{05:47} The mindset needed to become an entrepreneur.
{08:11} Life lessons from the construction industry
{09:54} Blue-collar vs White-collar
{12:54} Biggest challenge faced in the construction business world.
{15:50} The number one trait to look for to hire a successful person.
{18:52} Staying humble while being confident.
{22:35} Advice for the person wanting to start a construction business.
{26:14} America the land of the free
{30:02} What is the American Dream?
{40:17} Keystone Construction and Blue Jay Garage
Leon Leinbach Bio:
Leon is the founder and CEO of two companies, namely Keystone Construction LLC and Blue Jay Garage Doors LLC.
He grew up on a farm and at the age of 16 star working as a laborer on a construction crew by age 17. He was a supervisor on his team and at age 19, decided to take the risk of starting his own business. Since November 2005, he has been helping people build their dream post-frame buildings.
Currently, his company, Keystone Construction, serves customers in Kentucky and Tennessee. The business has had good growth, especially in the last few years. High-quality buildings with excellent service as the standard as well as providing excellent customer service. And exceptional quality products.
Keystone is founded on the five principles that outline its values. These are putting God first in all decisions people-first mentality, humility, a growth mindset, and having fun. In 2020, Leon also founded DJ Garage Doors, our garage door installation service and repair company.
Connect with Leon:
Website: https://keystonepostframes.com https://bluejaygaragedoors.com
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leon-leinbach-48b63469
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Keystonebuildings
IG: https://www.instagram.com/keystonebuildings
Leon Lineback is the founder and CEO of two companies, Keystone Construction LLC and Blue Jay Garage Doors LLC. He grew up on a farm and started working in construction at age 16. He shares his lessons learned from construction such as delegating trust but verifying, being humble, and having a growth mindset.
Leon believes that the American dream is about being faithful to God, family, and the people around them. Financial freedom is important in the pursuit of happiness, but happiness is a state of mind.
{You can hear the full episode on Thursday, May 11th}
Phillip Lanos joins us to share his journey from childhood poverty, homelessness, acting and singing career, and family loss, to eventually being a successful podcaster and coach. Phillip gives us advice he has learned from six years of working as an editor, producer, and strategist for podcasting.
Highlights:
{01:30} Phillip’s journey
{31:13:} The importance of having all the conditions in place before making a deal.
{36:45} The common theme in the story of entrepreneurs
{43:20} The American dream, as an immigrant and an entrepreneur.
{50:00} Pushing past the norm.
Phillip Lanos Bio:
Phillip is an entrepreneur, consultant, digital marketer, author, and podcaster. He was previously the host of Entrepreneur and Ink Magazine podcast and is also the author of a personal development book called Pushing Past the Norm, which is available on Barnes and Noble, and Amazon.
He has done over 2000 podcast interviews with some of the world's most successful CEOs, entrepreneurs, and venture capitalists. His expertise and personal branding and podcast consulting, which includes working with notable figures such as Cal Fussman and Emmy Moran, along with his ability to help marketing agencies solve their quality of talent issues in their ranks, solidify his position as a top-tier talent in the industry. He's also involved with business organizations such as Entrepreneur Organization, which is a global network of elite entrepreneurs with 167 chapters worldwide.
Connect with Phillip:
Website: https://philliplanos.com
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philliplanos
Twitter: https://twitter.com/philliplanos
IG: https://www.instagram.com/philliplanos
Phillip Lanos joins us to share his journey from childhood poverty, homelessness, acting and singing career, and family loss, to eventually being a successful podcaster and coach. Phillip gives us advice he has learned from six years of working as an editor, producer, and strategist for podcasting.
{You can hear the full episode on Thursday, May 4th)
Today we have an interview with the guest, founder, and CEO of Solutions UI UX. Harish Beeram was born and raised in India and came to the United States to pursue his Master's degree in mechanical engineering. After he struggled to find a job, he had to let go of his mechanical engineering degree. Harish picked up software engineering and became an architect and technologist. Harish shares his passion for making life easier for the next generation, and people with disabilities.
Highlights:
{03:15} Harish’s Journey from India to America
{05:50} Moving from a degree in mechanical engineering to becoming an entrepreneur.
{14:30} Biggest lesson learned.
{17:10} Seeing failure as data collection.
{20:50} Finding hope in a hopeless situation.
{26:50} America from the point of view of an immigrant
{32:15} Overcoming challenges and finding the American Dream
{34:35} Finding ultimate happiness.
{40:55} Enable the world.
Harish Beeram Bio:
Harish Beeram envisioned EnableWorld.org to provide opportunities for the disabled to thrive, live a life of fulfillment, and know the world desires for them to live a life of full potential.
EnableWorld.org is charged to ensure technology does not by-pass the disabled. To Enable the Disabled!
Connect with Harish:
Website: https://www.solutionsuiux.com https://enableworld.org
Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harishbeeram
Today we have an interview with the guest, founder, and CEO of Solutions UI UX. Harish Beeram was born and raised in India and came to the United States to pursue his Master's degree in mechanical engineering. After he struggled to find a job, he had to let go of his mechanical engineering degree. Harish picked up software engineering and became an architect and technologist. Harish shares his passion for making life easier for the next generation, and people with disabilities.
{You can watch the full episode on Thursday April 27th}
John Jervert is the founder and CEO of Black Point Standard Consulting Group, a strategic advisory firm that specializes in developing high-performance teams for CEOs, venture capital, and private equity firms. John shares lessons learned from his 10 years of experience in human performance improvement, coaching, and consulting.
John has helped clients access the most elite talent and high-level networks on the planet. He is known for his ability to inspire and motivate people to push beyond their comfort zones to reach their goals. He is an avid surfer, extreme sports enthusiast, and outdoor enthusiast who leverages his passion for adventure to enhance human performance.
Highlights:
{02:00} Jon’s Journey to Become a performance coach.
{07:00} How to find your path.
{09:30} When you are afraid to leave your comfort zone.
{16:25} Your fear is excitement.
{18:00} Biggest lesson Jon learned.
{21:45} Pursing the state of happiness (embrace the suck)
{27:00} America moving from greed to a more positive win/win scenario.
{31:20} Overcoming the challenges to find the American dream
{37:20} Black Point Standard
Jon Jervert Bio:
Jon Jervert is the founder of Zerkers Academy. As a Certified Professional Coach (CPC) and "Conscious Human Performance Strategist", he specializes in teaching human performance techniques, and strategies that game-changing CEO's, Executives, and Entrepreneurs can use to immediately increase performance, engagement, leadership, health, and high-value connections.
An experienced coach, consultant, facilitator, and creator of high-impact coaching and training solutions, Jon has a passion for evolved educational experiences that impact human performance. His true enjoyment comes from helping others push and challenge themselves to step outside their comfort zones, pursue their legacies, and tap into what makes them feel alive and awakened inside.
Connect with Jon:
Website: http://blackpointstandard.com https://zerkers.com
Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-christian
John Jervert is the founder and CEO of Black Point Standard Consulting Group, a strategic advisory firm that specializes in developing high-performance teams for CEOs, venture capital, and private equity firms. John shares lessons learned from his 10 years of experience in human performance improvement, coaching, and consulting.
John has helped clients access the most elite talent and high-level networks on the planet. He is known for his ability to inspire and motivate people to push beyond their comfort zones to reach their goals. He is an avid surfer, extreme sports enthusiast, and outdoor enthusiast who leverages his passion for adventure to enhance human performance.
{You can hear the full episode on Thursday, April 20th}
Talia Jacqueline is an entrepreneur, speaker, investor, and business psychologist expert. She is the CEO of the company, Visceral, which helps business owners, and their teams bring words to life and bring life to their companies. Talia shares her expertise in business psychology and communications. She has worked closely with entrepreneurs and leadership teams to create positive company cultures, increase new client relationships, and put an emphasis on ownership from the bottom of the torrent flow right to the very top. Her advice will help your company generate the recognition, traction, and growth that they deserve.
Highlights:
{01:30} Talia’s journey into entrepreneurship
{07:55} The biggest obstacle
{12:00} Growing out of pain.
{21:20} Advice for people who have experienced trauma.
{24:10} Overcoming national trauma as a country, the American identity, and the dream.
{30:55} Seeking Happiness vs Consumerist.
{32:35} Communication in Life and Business
{34:30} Visceral Communication
{36:00} Intrepreneurship
Talia Jacqueline Bio:
Talia Jacqueline was just 21 years old when she learned the most valuable lesson in business: Your value cannot be realized until you learn how to communicate it. A year earlier, at the age of 20, Talia started her own trauma therapy practice. It wasn't gaining much traction. Just calling herself a "personal coach" or "consultant" wasn't going anywhere.
But after studying communication and business psychology, Talia realized that titles and labels put you into a box. To truly stand out, your message must be communicated with the right emotion, tonality, and strategy.
That's how Visceral Communication was born. Talia dived deep into the intimate connection between psychology and communication, and she has spent the last several years cementing those bonds after establishing Visceral in 2016. Working with business leaders, entrepreneurs, and their most valuable team members, Talia has helped companies generate the recognition, traction, and growth that they deserve.
Talia currently lives in Austin, Texas, with her partner Max and their cat, Beau. She regularly travels to Los Angeles, where she was born and raised, and to countries around the world to visit friends and family. Outside of her business ventures, you can find Talia hiking around the flat landscape of Austin -- AKA walking -- as well as painting, dancing, and convincing friends to start their own businesses.
Connect with Talia:
Website: https://taliajacqueline.com https://www.viscomm.ca
Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/talia-jacqueline-17317b13b
Talia Jacqueline is an entrepreneur, speaker, investor, and business psychologist expert. She is the CEO of the company, Visceral, which helps business owners, and their teams bring words to life and bring life to their companies. Talia shares her expertise in business psychology and communications. She has worked closely with entrepreneurs and leadership teams to create positive company cultures, increase new client relationships, and put an emphasis on ownership from the bottom of the torrent flow right to the very top. Her advice will help your company generate the recognition, traction, and growth that they deserve.
{You can hear the full episode on Thursday April 13th}
Max Sutherland is the president and CEO of the World Trade Center Atlanta. Max talks about his commitment to expanding global trade by uniting and connecting the international business community across the region and around the globe. Max has worked for over 25 years on Wall Street. He explains how wealthy nations need to interact with developing nations to raise their wealth levels.
Highlights:
{02:00} Max’s journey
{04:25} The biggest lessons learned from wall street.
{09:30} How macroeconomics work
{19:30} How the change to the workforce has affected the American worker.
{28:30} Inflation surpassing wage growth.
{41:35} The transition needed to move from the old jobs to the new world.
{50:00} The World Trade Center Organization
Max Sutherland Bio:
Max Sutherland is the President and CEO of the World Trade Center Atlanta, the gateway to a vibrant and formidable international business community across the region and around the globe. With headquarters in New York and more than 325 sister-centers strategically located around the world, the WTC Atlanta promotes and facilitates international trade and investments, providing the commercial environment, industry and government access, trade services, and educational programming that bring executives, entrepreneurs, governments, businesses, and markets together. Max has been on WTC Atlanta’s Board of Directors since 2017, is Chairman of the Executive Board, and has a seat on the World Trade Centers Association’s Global Trade Advisory Council.
Complementing his commitment to the WTC Atlanta, Max is a frequent Keynote Speaker and Panel Moderator at Business Forums and Trade Conferences to share insights, considerations, knowledge, and resources to strategically expand into new markets, domestic and international. Max is also Chairman of the Board for Universal Broadband & Technology Services International (UBTS International) and sits on the board of the American Nigerian International Chamber of Commerce.
Following a once-in-a-lifetime experience, Max redirected from a long-planned career in foreign service to pursue global responsibilities in the corporate world as a better way to “get things done and make a difference” to improve the lives of others, strategically choosing opportunities that built on his international studies, family background, and passions. However, a family tragedy nearly derailed a promising career; but through introspection and asking one question after another, this tragedy became a key motivation to “give back and pay-it-forward”, which only added to his breadth of knowledge, insight, and understanding and bring his dream full circle.
Prior to joining the WTC Atlanta, Max worked over 25 years on Wall Street at Citicorp, The Chase Manhattan Bank, UBS, and Bank of America and in Big 4 Consulting at KPMG and Deloitte, specializing in solving company executives’ most challenging issues: M&A due diligence and integrations, global growth strategies, enterprise-wide turnarounds, investment funding, and strategic international CEO initiatives. His global experience and responsibilities span six continents and multiple cultures and industries, providing insights and alternative practices to broad business challenges and investments.
Max holds a double-major Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Economics from Indiana University. His concentration was on International North-South Relations and Sub-Saharan Africa. He earned his MBA from Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business and sits on the Atlanta Business School Alliance Board representing Fuqua.
Max is a trained equestrian and loves all things horses. He also enjoys a relaxing baseball game and recently discovered the thrill of hockey games.
Connect with Max:
Website: https://www.wtca.org
Text: 914-374-1250
e-mail at max@wtcatlanta.com
Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxsutherland
Max Sutherland is the president and CEO of the World Trade Center Atlanta. Max talks about his commitment to expanding global trade by uniting and connecting the international business community across the region and around the globe. Max has worked for over 25 years on Wall Street. He explains how wealthy nations need to interact with developing nations to raise their wealth levels. {You can hear the full episode on Thursday, April 6th}
David Roden is a 31-year-old health and fitness entrepreneur and podcaster. By the time he was 18 he weighed over 400 pounds and was pre-diabetic. And had high blood pressure. At 22, he made the decision to transform his life. Nine years later David has lost more than 200 pounds and competed in two bodybuilding competitions. He has also published a book called Drop the Baggage from suicidal obesity to a life of health and happiness. He shares his tips with us today.
Highlights:
{01:22} David’s journey to obesity and then to health
{07:00} The mindset that changed everything.
{10:35} When you are facing overwhelming defeatism.
{14:10} How to not give up.
{19:10} When you don’t have a support system
{26:20} Overcoming the biggest challenge.
{30:05} Advice for America
{38:35} The biggest obstacle to the American dream
David Roden Bio:
By the time he was 19, David was a 400+ lb, pre-diabetic, suicidal, teenager with dangerously high blood pressure. He drank 15-20 diet cokes and would eat a Costco-size bag of Reese's EVERY DAY. David was depressed on the inside but pretended to be happy on the outside.
He felt stuck. Deep down, he wanted to be healthy and happy, but for some reason, he couldn't get myself to change. David knew what he needed to do but couldn't get himself to do it. He wanted to change, but never could. Then, one day, EVERYTHING changed. Fast forward a few short years, and now David is participating in bodybuilding shows and feels like he can HAVE, BE and DO ANYTHING HE WANTS IN THIS WORLD.
After going through his personal transformation, David found his calling is to help others who feel trapped and powerless just like he did. His mission is to show people it’s possible and provide them with a proven blueprint, which, when followed, will inevitably lead to results. Most people think having a 100+ lbs transformation is all about your body, but your mind is just as important if not more.
Connect with David:
https://linktr.ee/fit_drock
David Roden is a 31-year-old health and fitness entrepreneur and podcaster. By the time he was 18, he weighed over 400 pounds and was pre-diabetic. And had high blood pressure. At 22, he made the decision to transform his life. Nine years later David has lost more than 200 pounds and competed in two bodybuilding competitions. He has also published a book called Drop the Baggage from suicidal obesity to a life of health and happiness. He shares his tips with us today.
{You can year the full episode on Thursday, March 30th}
Mary Lynn Ziemer is an entrepreneur, speaker, author, columnist, Master of Advanced Life Concepts, and former corporate executive. She teaches her clients how to create the life of their dreams by using the power of their minds. Her clients achieve sustained performance and well-being in all aspects of life, both professionally and personally.
Highlights:
{02:17} Mary’s journey to finding her joy.
{05:10} Why corporate America can be unfulfilling.
{09:55} How to run a start-up while still working in corporate America.
{11:45} How to find happiness while you are still in the corporate world.
{18:45} The biggest obstacle to the American Dream
{24:30} Moving from a profit-driven America to a spiritually-driven America
{31:30} How to pursue happiness.
{39:00} How average America should perceive the world.
Mary Lynn Ziemer Bio:
Mary Lynn Ziemer is a Master of Advanced Life Concepts, a Certified Life and Business Coach, Author and Speaker who teaches her clients how to create the life of their dreams by using the power of their minds. Mary Lynn’s dynamic and authentic coaching style creates trust, motivates, and moves people toward positive change with tangible results. She assists her clients in finding their deep inner happiness, helping them define and achieve goals as they consistently live a more joyful life.
Before pursuing her current passion as a Life and Business Coach, Mary Lynn spent more than 25 years as a successful international senior executive with two Fortune 100 companies. She lead organizations ranging in size from 700 to 5,000. Faced with her own personal crossroads in 2007, Mary Lynn took the leap and found her purpose and passion had shifted from the corporate environment to helping others realize their goals and create the life of their dreams. She now uses her unique skill set as a Master of Advanced Life Concepts, Certified Life Coach, and Business Coach. She is passionate about enhancing the quality of life for her clients, both professionally and personally, and helping people overcome roadblocks that may be preventing them from achieving dreams and goals.
Mary Lynn specializes in “Emotional Intelligence,” teaching people how to integrate feelings and thoughts (engaging in both the head and the heart) to create a calm mindset. Her clients achieve sustained performance and wellbeing in all aspects of life, both professionally and personally. She inspires hearts and opens minds to leading edge new discoveries about how the brain works, using techniques that teach people to become positive, success-based thinkers.
In her coaching programs, Mary Lynn unveils the secrets of life that “we were never taught in school.” She provides useful tools that have been proven by Harvard University research to be more important than IQ and technical skills combined.
Mary Lynn helps her clients understand that when we are truly happy, feel love, and create calm in our lives, EVERYTHING is possible! Whether the goal is to create improved personal or business relationships, to have more joy, more passion, increased financial wealth, more calm, improved health and well-being, enjoy a better career/home balance, or simply to find greater purpose in life, Mary Lynn is helping people achieve these on a daily basis. She is internationally known for her tools and techniques that have helped thousands of individuals, families, and organizations of all sizes, see tangible results.
Connect with Mary:
https://www.livingajoyfullifenow.com
Mary Lynn Ziemer is an entrepreneur, speaker, author, columnist, Master of Advanced Life Concepts, and former corporate executive. She teaches her clients how to create the life of their dreams by using the power of their minds. Her clients achieve sustained performance and well-being in all aspects of life, both professionally and personally.
{You can hear the full episode one Thursday, March 23rd}
We all strive for happiness. What if there was a scientific way to create miracles in our lives and find pure happiness? Dr. Larry Farwell joins us to explain how his inventions and techniques can be used to solve crimes, stop terrorism, and bring happiness to the people searching.
Highlights:
{02:00) Dr. Larry’s journey to being a neuroscientist.
{05:44} The biggest lesson learned.
{10:45} Scientific revolutions and resistance
{15:30} The biggest challenge in Dr. Larry’s career
{17:00} Inventing a lie detector called Brian fingerprinting.
{20:15} The American pursuit of happiness
{31:00} The Science of Creating Miracles
Dr. Larry Farwell Bio:
Dr. Larry Farwell is a Harvard-educated neuroscientist and the world’s leading expert on the Science of Creating Miracles. His revolutionary scientific research in neuroscience, quantum physics, and the role of consciousness in life and the universe has introduced a new scientific paradigm. He has developed practical techniques to apply the Science of Creating Miracles in life.
Dr. Farwell has worked with individuals, governments, agencies, high-ranking officials including heads of state, leaders, and organizations throughout the world, including the President of the United States, the US Navy, the FBI, the CIA, and their counterparts around the world. He has published his research in leading peer-reviewed scientific journals. He has been featured in major news media worldwide.
Connect with Dr. Larry:
https://drlarryfarwell.com
We all strive for happiness. What if there was a scientific way to create miracles in our lives and find pure happiness? Dr. Larry Farwell joins us to explain how his inventions and techniques can be used to solve crimes, stop terrorism, and bring happiness to the people searching.
{You can hear the full Episode on Thursday March 16th}
Otis has a love for seeing others achieve. Throughout his time in the Army Special Operations, teaching rugby, and business, he utilized this enthusiasm. He is now motivated to develop stronger leaders. According to Otis, better leaders build better teams, better teams build better communities, and better communities build better worlds.
In this episode, Otis explains how to live the green beret lifestyle, get rid of excuses, and bring calm into your life while finding your purpose and fulfilling your dream.
Highlights:
{02:00} Otis’s life in the military
{06:00} What is available for Vets leaving the military?
{10:10} The green beret lifestyle
{16:00} Get rid of excuses.
{19:11} Bring calm into your life.
{29:00} The land of the free and the place dreams are made.
{34:00} Find your purpose.
{39:30} Tribe and Purpose
Otis McGregor Bio:
Otis worked as a Business Development Manager, Director, and Chief Strategy Officer for several companies. In 2009, he founded LTO Enterprises, LLC to help businesses win government contracts. In 2021, he rebranded LTO to become Tribe + Purpose, aligning with how they operate and their business purpose. They focus on creating better leaders to lead high-performing teams. He is a certified business performance coach and certified project director and trainer through The Institute of Project Management.
Otis retired from the US Army in 2009 as a Green Beret Lieutenant Colonel following 25 years of service. While in the Army, he had a broad range of experience from being a private driving tanks five years older than him; to an engineer in the Arctic, running heavy equipment in the most extreme arctic conditions, to leading Green Berets on complex and dangerous missions around the world. Otis also had the unique experience of being part of new organizations and creating these new units into cohesive, effective organizations. This experience ranged from Arctic conditions in Alaska to counter-terrorism units in Iraq and Afghanistan to NATO Special Operations Headquarters. Being part of these organizations from the ground up has given me immense experience in creating successful organizations
Otis lives in Colorado with his wife, Suzanne. They have three grown children living in the USA.
Connect with Otis:
https://www.tribe-purpose.com
Otis has a love for seeing others achieve. Throughout his time in the Army Special Operations, teaching rugby, and business, he utilized this enthusiasm. He is now motivated to develop stronger leaders. According to Otis, better leaders build better teams, better teams build better communities, and better communities build better worlds.
In this episode, Otis explains how to live the green beret lifestyle, get rid of excuses, and bring calm into your life while finding your purpose and fulfilling your dream.
{You can hear the full episode on Thursday, March 9th}
In this episode Cosmos Dar interviews Morry David. Morry has an education in electronics, advertising, marketing, and journalism, which has allowed his entrepreneurial nature to flourish. His music industry career started as a music teacher at age sixteen and continued for many years. At twenty one he opened the most advanced recording studio in the Philadelphia area in which he recorded top artists like Stevie Wonder. He then applied his knowledge of sound dynamics to custom design systems for all of the area's top discotheques. At thirty he owned a successful security distributorship and was recruited by manufacturers to design alarm equipment. He currently operates a security company where his innovative systems range from detection and reporting devices, access control, remote cctv, computer networking and commercial phone systems. As an eleven-year board director of HVAA, his marketing and fund-raising efforts supported the activities of thousands of children. His involvement with the E. S. J. F. foundation has helped raise over $3 million for breast cancer research. His passions range from helping children, raising money for charity to playing music and writing. He has written multiple bestselling books under his pen name: M. David such as "The Chase" and "The Ghost of Sheppard's Inn". He latest book, (Cosmo), is currently on its way to become a major motion picture. Morry has also done multiple podcasts, webcasts and TV interview shows. He's currently developing a series for the BLU TV network where he will produce and co-host multiple shows addressing bullying, fears, dementia, the mindset of an entrepreneur, etc.. He is a firm believer that the fear of failure should never interfere with pursuing a dream.NOTES:At an early age his entrepreneurial skills and abilities to “think outside the box” began to emerge. If something was broken he analyzed the problem and determined how to fix it. Starting at eight-years-of-age he repaired televisions and pinball machines.He learned how to play the piano and at sixteen began teaching hundreds of children to enjoy playing. In addition, he opened a music school to help other musicians teach their craft.Morry professionally played the piano (along with his custom-designed, electronic accompany equipment) for cocktail parties and events of the “rich and famous”. He also became a member of the house band of a popular Philadelphia television dance show.He attended Temple University for electronic engineering and then the distinguished “Charles Morris Price School” where he received degrees in advertising, marketing and journalism.He was mentored by the presidents and top executives of several of Philadelphia's and New York's successful advertising agencies and public relation firms. He joined the United States Coast Guard Reserve and was trained as a port security agent and firefighter.At age twenty-one, Morry opened Philadelphia's most advanced twenty-four-track recording studio and worked with the Philharmonic Orchestra and other amazing musicians like Stevie Wonder. He recorded commercials for the Coast Guard and produced a Howdy Doody resurgence album.When he turned twenty-four, he took his knowledge of sound equalization and applied it to outfitting all the Philly area discotheques with custom sound equipment which became the standard in that industry.Working with children ignited his passion for writing. At sixty eight, he published two best selling books (The Chase and The Ghost of Sheppard's Inn) within the first year. His third book ( Cosmo) is now being considered for a major motion picture.Morry has done a number of TV interview shows and commercials. At sixty-nine, he is developing a series of television shows for BLU Television in which he will co-host with a respected psychiatrist to discuss the development of the entrepreneurial mindset.
In this episode Cosmos Dar interviews Jason Miller. Jason is a Montana native that grew up in a small farm community. Jason grew up in a very humble life on a farm, where his parents worked very hard to support the family. Jason’s family is steeped in military service of which he carried on for 23 years until his retirement in 2016. Jason always followed the entrepreneurial experience having bought, scaled, and sold over 10 companies during his tenure in the military. Now Jason’s passion besides his current 7 companies he owns, is helping other business owners succeed in their mission as entrepreneurs and business professionals. Jason currently operates The Strategic Advisor Board, Miller & Company as well as other companies with multiple brands. He is a bestselling published author in the business world to include a 3x international bestseller and his 7 published books have been featured at Barnes and Noble, stores worldwide and are also available on Amazon. Jason has also been featured in Voyage Denver Magazine twice for being one of Colorado’s most inspiring companies. He has also been featured on FORBES, ENTREPRENEUR, ABC, FOX, NBC, CBS and many more. Jason is also the creator of the famous Strategic Advisor Board Podcast & ”War Room Round Table”; (Top 2% podcasts Worldwide) Where him and his co-host and prior podcast host of Entrepreneur and Inc. Magazines Podcast talk about business and how we leave a footprint.
NOTES:
Jason currently operates The Strategic Advisor Board, Miller & Company as well as other companies with multiple brands
He was nicknamed “The Bull” because he takes no BS and no excuses from the people he serves. He has mentored thousands of people over 2+ decades.
Jason is a bestselling published author in the business world to include a 3x international bestseller and his 7 published books have been featured at Barnes and Noble, stores worldwide and are also available on Amazon.
Jason donates all his book sales to “Homes for Hero’s” of which donations have played a part in building multiple homes for Wounded Warriors.
Jason has also been featured in Voyage Denver Magazine twice for being one of Colorado’s most inspiring companies. He has also been featured on FORBES, ENTREPRENEUR, ABC, FOX, NBC, CBS and many more.
Jason is also the creator of the famous Strategic Advisor Board Podcast “War Room Round Table”(Top 2% podcasts Worldwide) Where him and his co-host and prior podcast host of Entrepreneur and Inc. Magazines Podcast talk about business and how we leave a footprint.
Jason and his wife also spent a combined 25 years in the service to their country in the United States Military while simultaneously growing and scaling multiple businesses and setting them on auto pilot with the correct staffing and systems put in place.
Jason is a Montana native that grew up in a small farm community. Jason grew up in a very humble life on a farm, where his parents worked very hard to support the family.
Jason’s family is steeped in military service of which he carried on for 23 years until his retirement in 2016.
Links Mentioned: https://www.strategicadvisorboard.com/
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In this episode Cosmos Dar interviews Cynthia Davis. After several years of continual growth and success in the corporate world of Aerospace and Defense, Cynthia could no long hold back the power of the Entrepreneurial Spirit within! She knew she had to break away from the constraints of the corporate world to experience life on her terms! So, after nearly 30 years, Cynthia said good-bye and started her own management consulting firm. Initially on her own, and then with her partner, Cynthia has grown her company to be a leading firm in helping businesses and business leaders transform their companies, win new business, and become leaders in their industry – just as she did with her own company. Today, Cynthia and Radiant Blue team, work with the top tier defense contractors in the world, affording Cynthia and a few of her elite partners the opportunity to use their expertise with entrepreneurs and business leaders in one-on-one and in small group settings. With her immersive programs like “Leaders of Distinction”, “Transcending Business As Usual”, and “Incremental Monumental Change”, Cynthia helps entrepreneurs who have a vision for something greater than themselves, transcend their own business and personal blind spots and “unknowns” to become the “Obvious Choice” in the market. In this episode Cynthia Discusses the thought processes and actions, with which she went on to become such an Extraordinary American!
NOTES:
During her career spanning more than 30 years, Cynthia reached the highest echelons of leadership in some of the most highly respected organizations including General Electric, Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, and Bausch & Lomb.
Along the way, she led, lived through, and experienced the many highs and lows of corporate existence, from massive growth to mergers and acquisitions, to business restructuring and divestitures.
Cynthia has co-created one of the most unconventional and successful consulting, training, and business advisory firms, Radiant Blue, LLC.
As a highly sought-after Executive Advisor, Cynthia’s work with entrepreneurs and business leaders is extraordinary and revolutionary in navigating the challenges of business growth, personal and business transitions, cultural change and transformation, and readying their teams for mission success.
Cynthia founded Incremental Monumental Change (IMC), working with entrepreneurs and leaders committed to business and personal mastery, and transcending the status quo.
Cynthia is one of few female entrepreneurs who succeeded in a male dominated field because she never let her circumstances dictate her will to succeed. It all came down to the right belief system and self confidence!
Links Mentioned: https://radiantbluegroup.com/
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In this episode Cosmos Dar interviews Michael Markiewicz. Michael Is a very successful Entrepreneur, Speaker, Investor, Philanthropist, CPA. With over 35 years of experience in providing financial guidance to entertainment professionals, family offices, small businesses, and C-level executives, Michael Markiewicz is the founder and owner of Markiewicz Enterprises, LLC, a New York-based financial services company specializing in CPA services, consulting services and asset protection. Michael graduated from Tufts University with BA in Economics and Sociology. He received his MBA and MS in Accounting from Northeastern University. As a CPA, PFS (Personal Financial Specialist), and CFP, he is a member of the New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants, the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, and the Estate Planning Council of New York City where he recently served as a Board Member. Michael has been Featured on Forbes, 4- Traders, MarketWatch, The Wall Street Journal, IMDB, Investment News. Michael has been an investor in some of the world's hottest live shows and film projects including Exposed, Little Galicia, On your feet. Tune in to this episode to see what makes Michael such an Extraordinary American!
NOTES:
Michael Is a very successful Entrepreneur, Speaker, Investor, Philanthropist, CPA.
With over 35 years of experience in providing financial guidance to entertainment professionals, family offices, small businesses, and C-level executives, Michael Markiewicz is the founder and owner of Markiewicz Enterprises, LLC, a New York-based financial services company specializing in CPA services, consulting services and asset protection.
Michael graduated from Tufts University with BA in Economics and Sociology. He received his MBA and MS in Accounting from Northeastern University. As a CPA, PFS (Personal Financial Specialist), and CFP, he is a member of the New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants, the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, and the Estate Planning Council of New York City where he recently served as a Board Member.
Michael has been Featured on Forbes, 4- Traders, MarketWatch, The Wall Street Journal, IMDB, Investment News.
Michael has been an investor in some of the world's hottest live shows and film projects including Exposed, Little Galicia, On your feet. Tune in to this episode to see what makes Michael such an Extraordinary American!
Outside of his professional life, Michael studies and plays guitar, enjoys singing, loves the theatre (where he is also an occasional investor), is a huge animal rights activist. Michael also serves on the board of Moving Windmills Project, Inc., a non-profit organization where the mission is rural economic development and education in Malawi, Africa.
Links Mentioned:
https://www.michaelmarkiewiczmedia.com/
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In this episode Cosmos Dar interviews Jason Duncan. Jason is the founder of one of the fastest-growing privately held companies in America and one of the top entrepreneurial companies in the country. He is a multi-award-winning entrepreneur and founder of 12 companies who got his start in entrepreneurship as an unemployed schoolteacher in 2010. Educator-turned-entrepreneur, Jason now runs a mastermind called The Exiter Club that teaches entrepreneurs how to live #TheExitLifestyle through a method he calls #ExitWithoutExiting, which focuses on four core principles they can use to break free from the daily grind of business operations. He is also the host of the internationally syndicated podcast, The Root of All Success, which can be heard on all podcast players as well as viewed on YouTube. He has been featured in Inc magazine, TEDx, Entrepreneur Magazine and the Nashville Business Journal Jason is what one would call an Extraordinary American! He never let his circumstances or the financial environment of the 2008 crisis bring him down. He instead transformed what most would consider a disaster into motivation and fuel for Massive success. Find out how he did it in this episode!
NOTES:
Jason is the founder of one of the fastest-growing privately held companies in America and one of the top entrepreneurial companies in the country.
He is a multi-award-winning entrepreneur and founder of 12 companies who got his start in entrepreneurship as an unemployed schoolteacher in 2010.
Educator-turned-entrepreneur, Jason now runs a mastermind called The Exiter Club that teaches entrepreneurs how to live #TheExitLifestyle through a method he calls #ExitWithoutExiting, which focuses on four core principles they can use to break free from the daily grind of business operations.
He is also the host of the internationally syndicated podcast, The Root of All Success, which can be heard on all podcast players as well as viewed on YouTube.
The Root of All Success with The Real Jason Duncan is a podcast that explores how the world's most powerful entrepreneurs unlocked success and how their stories can help you do the same. This podcast looks at the five keys to unlocking success as an entrepreneur.
Jason has built multi-million dollar businesses that have been featured in Inc. magazine and Entrepreneur magazine, but now he spends most of his time coaching entrepreneurs on how to work less & make more.
Links Mentioned:
https://therealjasonduncan.com/
http://www.therootofallsuccess.com/
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In this episode Cosmos Dar interviews Sophie Alcorn. Sophie is is a top 10 California immigration entrepreneur and thought leader. She is a Certified Specialist Attorney in Immigration and Nationality Law by the State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization. Sophie’s mission is to help people harness their strengths, follow their hearts, find direction in their goals and live their dreams in the U.S. She founded Alcorn Immigration Law, lauded the Top Immigration Law Firm for Startups In California. Global entrepreneurs, investors, and even countries frequently seek her counsel on immigration, mobility, and economic policy. Sophie authors TechCrunch’s advice column “Dear Sophie” hosts the leading podcast Immigration Law for Tech Startups and helps draft the new legislation shaping America’s immigration future. In this Interview she gives great insights into how Immigrants are helpful to America’s Economy and should not be demonized the way they are done in today’s world. America’s prosperity is based on Immigration. It is the Immigrants and descendants of immigrants that ultimately makes America Extraordinary! NOTES:
Sophie is a top 10 California immigration attorney and founder of Alcorn Immigration Law, the Top Immigration Law Firm For Startups In California.
Sophie authors TechCrunch’s “Dear Sophie” weekly immigration advice column and hosts the podcast, Immigration Law for Tech Startups.
She is also the founder of KiE Labs, Inc., the leader in Digitized Decision-Making Management and Decision-Making as a Service.
She also founded the nonprofit organization Community for Global Innovation and is a Founding Member of Dreamers//Doers. She has been featured in Business Insider, the New York Times, and Teen Vogue.
U.S. immigration attorney Sophie Alcorn advocates for talented individuals, startups, and established companies who are wrangling with the United States immigration law system.
Sophie wins cases using her ambitious and assertive intellectual style. Her clients appreciate her responsiveness, clarity, and attention to detail. She is daring in her approach to acting on behalf of startups and corporations in Silicon Valley to obtain valid US immigration status and navigate the process smoothly.
Sophie represents clients in all areas of immigration and nationality law. Bold leader, public speaker, immigration innovator, founding partner & advocate.
Sophie received her Bachelor’s in International Relations from Stanford University and her J.D. from Washington University in St. Louis School of Law. She is a Certified Specialist in Immigration and Nationality Law by the State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization and is admitted to the State Bar of California, the U.S. Courts of Appeals for the Third and Ninth Circuits, and the U.S. District Courts for the Central and Northern Districts of California.
Interview she gives great insights into how Immigrants are actually helpful to America’s Economy and should not be demonized the way they are done in today’s world. America’s prosperity is based on Immigration.
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In this episode Cosmos Dar interviews David Carter. David is a former NFL athlete who played for the Arizona Cardinals, Dallas Cowboys, and the Chicago Bears. He is also an Entrepreneur, Course Creator and Vegan Activist. David has partnered with another former NFL player Reggie Walker to create Top Athlete Life, a course designed to help anyone to become the top athlete in their own life. David came from very harsh childhood circumstances to become one of the top athletes in his field. He is the very example of someone who didn’t let his environmental circumstances determine his destiny. He had a goal and a vision, and he went on to achieve it. He is indeed an Extraordinary American and, in this episode, we discuss his way of thinking and the actions he took to succeed in his life! David Carter is the ultimate example of someone who lived his American Dream and wouldn’t have anyone including the the haters tell him otherwise!
NOTES:
David is a former NFL athlete who played for the Arizona Cardinals, Dallas Cowboys and the Chicago Bears. He is also an Entrepreneur, Course Creator and Vegan Activist.
David has partnered with another former NFL player Reggie Walker to create Top Athlete Life, a course designed to help anyone to become the top athlete in their own life.
From South Central Los Angeles California who grew up in a family with southern roots and learned how to cook in his well known family restaurant called Leo’s Bar B Que. Leo’s was often frequented by many celebs like Redd Foxx, Little Richard and Michael Jackson.
Carter is a vegan activist. He became vegan in 2014 after watching the documentary Forks Over Knives. He advocates for veganism – mainly from a health point of view, but also for animal rights – at speaking engagements
Now retired from the NFL continues to change the NFL as a member of the NFLPA. Health and Safety Committee, and travels the country speaking about plant based eating and how you don't need meat to gain muscle dispelling the meat protein myth.
He went on to speak at universities all over the world Harvard, UCLA, University of Mexico, University of Hawaii, NYU, NFL Network, ESPN
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In this episode Cosmos Dar interviews Reggie Walker. Reggie is a former NFL athlete of 7 years and team captain who played for the Arizona Cardinals, San Deigo Chargers and the Denver Broncos. He is also a TEDx speaker and organizer, author, course creator, and entrepreneur. Reggie is a survivor of Childhood mental, physical and sexual abuse. He also grew up in an environment of extreme poverty and racism. But that didn’t deter his will to succeed in spite of the overwhelming environmental odds that were stacked against him, when most would have just given up and blamed their circumstances for why they aren’t succeeding in life. He went on to become a successful NFL player and it is exactly his mindset, his thoughts, and his actions to become the top one percenter in his field that we must understand to succeed in our own life. Reggie has partnered with another former NFL player David Carter to create Top Athlete Life, a course designed to help anyone to become the top athlete in their own life, A course built to help understand the mental strength and dexterity needed to be successful in whatever avenue you choose for yourself!
NOTES:
Reggie is a former NFL athlete of 7 years and team captain who played for the Arizona Cardinals, San Deigo Chargers and the Denver Broncos. He is also a TEDx speaker and organizer, author, course creator, and entrepreneur.
Reggie is a survivor of Childhood mental, physical and sexual abuse. He also grew up in an environment of extreme poverty and racism
He grew up in situations where he had no money, where his family was so poor he had to get food from the church. All of these different circumstances aided in creating a very unique perspective in taking on the world.
To combat the effects of his trauma he funneled all his feelings and emotions into sports. Sports became a saving grace in dealing with a mind filled with toxicity from the trauma he experienced. Sports became an environment in which he excelled l, leading him to be a top high school football player, a college football starter, and eventual NFL athlete and team captain of 7 years.
He helped create the “Game Within The Game”, a college-accredited course built to help athletes find the answers to how to find themselves, their purpose, and a plan during and after their careers. It uses all the knowledge from his experiences, strategies that have helped him as well as others succeed in high-stress, high-stakes environments,
Reggie has partnered with another former NFL player David Carter to create Top Athlete Life, a course designed to help anyone to become the top athlete in their own life, A course built to help understand the mental strength and dexterity needed to be successful in whatever avenue you choose for yourself!
Links Mentioned: https://www.topathletelife.com/
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In this episode Cosmos Dar interviews Carol Carpenter. Carol is a successful entrepreneur, model, actress, and motorcycle/race enthusiast. she started MotoVixens LLC, a motorcycle track day organization. Carol is a first-generation child born in the United States with immigrant parents from Taiwan. She grew up experiencing the freedom of the American culture along with the deep rooted traditions of the Chinese culture, speaking both English and Taiwanese and was both Presbyterian and Buddhist. This unconventional upbringing has given her a unique perspective on how she views the world. Observing these vast differences allowed insight to various viewpoints and has shaped how she navigates her businesses and relationships. Being female in her culture and a child of the US with all its privileges, Carol was caught amid the clashing of two cultures and had to learn how to accept and integrate them both into her life. In this episode Carol shares her experiences of how she fought against the odds to become a successful female immigrant entrepreneur in a male dominated field. This is the story of an Extraordinary American!
NOTES:
Carol is a first-generation child born in the United States with immigrant parents from Taiwan. She grew up experiencing the freedom of the American culture along with the deep rooted traditions of the Chinese culture, speaking both English and Taiwanese and was both Presbyterian and Buddhist.
In 2012 she started MotoVixens LLC, a motorcycle track day organization. It was with a mission to be inclusive of all riders regardless of their gender, race and religion and without discrimination of the types of bikes they ride. MotoVixens focuses on education, safety, community and camaraderie and ensuring the preservation of the sport. In championing women in motorcycling and other industries, it is her desire to give them access without barriers and provide mentorship to help them succeed.
She is a successful entrepreneur, model, actress, and motorcycle/race enthusiast;
She was one of the only female entrepreneurs in her male dominated field
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In this episode Cosmos Dar interviews Travis Johnson. He suffered from childhood poverty and various hardships which included moving 36 times across 6 states, 5 foster homes and surviving 2 murder attempts. After fighting against immense environmental odds, he is now a retired Naval Officer who runs a podcast production and media company. He hosts the top-rated Nonprofit Architect Podcast and Titan Evolution Podcast, hosts the annual Veteran Podcast Awards, and is the only professional podcaster with an accredited course available at the university level. He has been featured in Podcast Magazine as a top veteran-hosted show and recognized by Feedspot as a top-ranked nonprofit show. His show has been downloaded in all 50 states and 88 countries. This puts him in the top 5 in 5 countries including #4 in the US. In this podcast travis shares his mindset and way of thinking and explains how such mindsets can lead to a transformational change in the way we treat each other in America.
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suffered from childhood poverty and various hardships which included moving 36 times across 6 states, 5 foster homes and surviving 2 murder attempts.
he is now a retired Naval Officer who runs a podcast production and media company.
He hosts the top-rated Nonprofit Architect Podcast and Titan Evolution Podcast, hosts the annual Veteran Podcast Awards, and is the only professional podcaster with an accredited course available at the university level.
He has been featured in Podcast Magazine as a top veteran-hosted show and recognized by Feedspot as a top-ranked nonprofit show.
His show has been downloaded in all 50 states and 88 countries. This puts him in the top 5 in 5 countries including #4 in the US.
Travis is a prolific author with 6 published books on podcasting and is currently working on writing his autobiography.
Travis has also spoken at several conferences including PodKnow 2021, Donor Attraction Forum, the Global Bipolar Disorder Conference, Nonprofit Consultants Conference, and the SoCal Business Network Supercharger.
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In this episode Cosmos Dar Interviews Lou Marinoff. Lou Marinoff is Professor of Philosophy, and Professor of Asian Studies, at The City College of New York. He also is founding President of the American Philosophical Practitioners Association (APPA). Lou has authored several international bestsellers—including Plato Not Prozac, translated into 27 languages—that apply philosophy to the resolution of everyday problems. The New York Times called him "the world's most successful marketer of philosophical counseling"; Lou serves as Faculty to global organizations that promote cultures of peace, prosperity and harmony, including Horasis (Zurich), and the World Economic Forum (Davos). For more than 20 years he has conducted workshops on ethics and values for political, business, religious, and cultural leaders. Lou predicted the financial collapse of 2008, Brexit and the election of Donald Trump in 2016. Lou is also a former Canadian and US table hockey champion, and a legend and ambassador of the sport. Guest: Lou Marinoff
Show Notes:
A pioneer of the global movement of Philosophical Practice, Lou is founding president of the American Philosophical Practitioners Association (APPA), a non-profit established in 1999.
Lou has authored several international bestsellers—including Plato Not Prozac, translated into 27 languages—that apply philosophy to the resolution of everyday problems. The New York Times called him "the world's most successful marketer of philosophical counseling";
He also published The Middle Way, 2nd edition, 2020. it treats the pitfalls of extremisms of many kinds: political, religious, economic, etc, in the context of globalization, and provides guidance via Aristotle, Buddha, and Confucius: the "ABCs" of virtue ethics.
Lou serves as Faculty to global organizations that promote cultures of peace, prosperity and harmony, including Horasis (Zurich), and the World Economic Forum (Davos). For more than 20 years he has conducted workshops on ethics and values for political, business, religious, and cultural leaders.
Lou is also a table hockey champion in two different eras. In the late 1970 he was 3-time Canadian Open and 6-time Montreal league champion. Making a comeback in 2009, he won the Las Vegas Open in 2008 and 2009, the Johnny Good Guy invitational championship in 2012 (at age 60!), and the US Open in 2015. He has been New York City league champion on 6 occasions.
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In this episode Cosmos Dar interviews Dan Vega who rose from poverty to become an Extremely successful Entrepreneur, Investor, Speaker, Talk show host, Strategic Advisor and Philanthropist. Cosmos questions Dan about how he became successful over the years. He also asks him about the thoughts and actions that helped him get from rags to riches. Dan Vega also provides insights into what it takes to succeed, his view on strategic debt and his understanding of the American Dream.
NOTES: ● He started his first business at 19. ● He has written and spoken in the field of business for over 20 years and has been hailed as America’s #1 Results Guy. ● He has achieved extreme success in several careers including sales, marketing, management, corporate restructuring and consulting. ● He understands the business world from top to bottom and specializes in helping companies to become profitable multi-million dollar enterprises. ● Dan was also considered one of the top experts in the country assisting companies to secure funding. He has been connected with as many as 400 Private Equity Investors, Institutional Investors, Venture Capital Groups, and Angel Investors. ● Dan started his television journey a few years ago as the producer and host of Tuesdays With Dan, a late night business talk show that reached just over 1 million homes per week on ABC. The shows popularity quickly made it one of America’s fastest growing talk shows. ● Dan has been featured on NBC NEWS, GOOD MORNING AMERICA, Ellen, YAHOO! ABC, FOX NEWS Channel, THE BOSTON GLOBE
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In this episode Cosmos Dar talks about what Extraordinary America is about and what to expect from the episodes that are to come. He talks about how Extraordinary America is about the abolition of financial slavery and how It is about the financial freedom of the 99%. It is about the Americans restoring the Extraordinary within themselves and setting themselves free. The path to financial freedom is through Financial Education specifically that of Entrepreneurship and Investing. Cosmos will Interview guests in the coming episodes who embodied the American spirit and became successful in their respective fields. He hopes the audience listening to this podcast shall be inspired and do the same and realize their American dream!
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America is about freedom, opportunity, and the pursuit of happiness
However, most Americans are not free when it comes to the financial front.
Most are under financial slavery due to losing their jobs, having stagnant wages due to outsourcing, inflation due to money printing, and debt of all kinds.
Therefore, Extraordinary America is about the abolition of financial slavery. It is about the financial freedom of the 99%.
The path to financial freedom is through financial education
Cosmos Dar Interviews guests in the coming episodes
These guests fought against the odds to become successful in their fields and embodied the essence of the American Identity
Cosmos Wants the audience to understand the thoughts and actions that made these guests succeed
By listening to all this, the audience will restore the extraordinary within themselves, set themselves free and realize the American dream!
Americans are Extraordinary. As immigrants and descendants of immigrants, they have overcome insurmountable obstacles and barriers with their pioneering and entrepreneurial spirit
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