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AI is everywhere right now, in our news feeds, our workplaces, and increasingly, our investment portfolios. But a real debate has started among investors and analysts, and it's not about whether AI is real. It's about whether the economics behind it are as strong as everyone believes.

In this episode, I break down the circular nature of AI investment, where the same companies funding AI startups are also the ones profiting from their cloud spending, and why that arrangement raises real questions about how much of this growth is coming from genuine customer demand versus investment capital moving through the system. I also look at what history teaches us from the dot-com boom, railroads, and electricity, and why transformational technology doesn't always translate into transformational business value

This episode explores:

Why the same companies funding AI are also the ones profiting from it

What the dot-com bubble reveals about hype versus real value

The simple framework I use to evaluate any business, in any industry

Why powerful technology doesn't automatically mean a profitable business

What separates companies built to last from companies riding temporary hype

Is AI changing the world? I believe it already is. The real question is which companies are building lasting value, and which ones are just benefiting from the moment.

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00:00 - Is the AI Boom Bigger Than We Think?

00:09 - Trillions Are Pouring Into Artificial Intelligence

00:22 - AI Revolution or an Economic Bubble?

00:49 - Why AI Is Everywhere

01:11 - The Debate Investors Can't Ignore

01:20 - The Real Question About AI Economics

01:33 - Big Tech's AI Investment Cycle Explained

02:11 - Why AI Needs Massive Computing Power

02:27 - Real Demand vs. Investment-Driven Growth

02:53 - Why Excitement and Reality Don't Move Together

03:05 - Lessons from the Dot-Com Bubble

03:47 - When Optimism Gets Ahead of Reality

04:01 - Both Sides of the AI Debate Could Be Right

04:32 - Great Technology Doesn't Guarantee Profits

05:05 - Customers, Not Investors, Drive Long-Term Success

05:23 - A Simple Framework for Evaluating Any Business

05:57 - Can AI Really Create Trillions in Value?

06:10 - History's Warning About Revolutionary Technologies

06:35 - Fundamentals Always Outlast Hype

06:43 - Which AI Companies Will Survive?

07:11 - When Fundamentals Take Over

07:30 - Sustainable Success Is Built on Value

08:00 - Thank You for Supporting Common Denominator

08:15 - Subscribe for More Conversations

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What does it take to turn one of the biggest hidden costs in commercial real estate into your biggest advantage?

In this episode of Common Denominator, I sit down with Jerry Katz, founder of Premier Protection Insurance Services, for a conversation that starts with insurance and expands into scaling, execution, and the future of real estate investing in Florida. Jerry walks us through his path from chasing Wall Street excess, to losing everything in the dot-com crash, to building a captive insurance strategy that's helped him optimize more than $4 billion in commercial real estate portfolios.

We get into why most investors still treat insurance as an unavoidable expense instead of a profit lever, how the Live Local Act is reshaping opportunity for Florida developers, where AI is already changing underwriting, and what really separates founders who scale past seven figures from the ones who stall out.

This is a conversation about execution, hidden leverage, and building wealth that lasts

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0:00 Welcome

2:50 Why multifamily and commercial real estate have stabilized

5:11 How Dubai's instability is pulling capital into Miami

6:10 The workforce housing gap in Miami-Dade

7:37 The Live Local Act and the edge it gives Florida developers

11:17 Where AI is already disrupting real estate

13:11 AGI and what happens when AI starts teaching AI

13:51 Self-storage, autonomous vehicles, and the next disrupted asset classes

15:52 Sky ports, flying taxis, and Jerry's insurance origin story

21:58 How the insurance industry really works, and who profits from it

24:42 Why banks own the insurance companies too

25:17 Total Asset Optimization: insuring almost $5 billion in Florida

27:50 What sophisticated investors do differently on insurance

30:08 Jerry's worst business mistake: Wall Street and the dot-com bubble

38:01 Why business is a spiritual journey

39:39 Rapid fire round

43:31 What common denominator really means

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At 20 years old, IDF soldier Mendel Vile was hit by an anti-tank missile during combat. His friend took the blast to save the team. Mendel woke up in a hospital bed unable to walk and faced a choice that would define the rest of his life. This episode explores resilience, mental strength, recovery from trauma, and the mindset required to rebuild when everything changes in an instant. Mendel shares the lessons he learned through war, loss, survivor's guilt, and the long road back to physical and mental recovery.

Whether you're facing a personal setback, recovering from trauma, building mental toughness, or looking for inspiration to keep moving forward, Mendel's story offers powerful lessons on resilience, purpose, and second chances.

Timestamp

0:00 Chicago to the Judean Hills: who was Mendel before the war

4:00 Making aliyah at 7 what his parents sacrificed to move to Israel

8:00 October 7 the psychological shift inside Israeli society

11:00 Entering Gaza: fear, brotherhood, and the decision to go in

13:00 The day of the attack Oriya's birthday and the ambush

17:00 Waking up: shrapnel, surgeries, and a new reality

20:00 Survivor's guilt the hardest moment of the recovery

24:00 Rebuilding from zero: learning to walk, running marathons

28:00 Jewish identity and purpose after October 7

32:00 What second chances are actually for

34:00 Rapid fire round

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Is the South Florida real estate boom a passing trend, or are we just getting started?

In this episode of Common Denominator, I sit down with Ana Bozovic, the founder of Analytics Miami and one of the absolute sharpest voices providing a truly data-driven thesis on the South Florida market. We move past the sensational headlines to analyze the massive structural shift currently underway.

We break down how the historic exodus from 20th-century economic epicenters like New York and California is not a temporary phase, but a permanent redirection of American capital. Ana shares the hard numbers proving this migration is still in its infancy, and why the "smart money" is positioning itself for a decade-long boom.

Timestamp

00:00 Is Miami still underestimated?

02:47 The great wealth migration what the IRS data actually shows

04:53 Why high-tax states keep doubling down

06:20 The affordable housing crisis and the Live Local Act

07:39 Are condos overbuilt in Miami-Dade?

09:22 What happens to New York and California in 10 years

12:06 Wellness real estate the next big trend

13:28 All-cash buyers and what they reveal about the market

15:56 Miami in 10 years where the tri-county region is going

17:57 Quantum computing and the threat to Bitcoin

18:47 AI, polarization, and where America is headed

22:29 There's no going back why the migration forces keep building

24:47 New York was the capital of the 20th century. What's next?

28:23 Solving for loneliness Moshe's fractional wellness project

29:49 Jiu jitsu, community, and the human need for real connection

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Omar Morales is a top South Florida real estate broker specializing in land and multifamily asset deals that move hundreds of millions and reshape neighborhoods.

In this episode

• How incentive structures drove overleveraged investors to ruin in 2021 and 2022

• Why parts of Miami’s rental market are a bloodbath for owners but a goldmine for renters

• Where the nation’s largest multifamily funds are deploying capital right now

• The “land play” hidden inside suburban office buildings

• Why a West Palm Beach multifamily deal just got 37 offers

• What Omar is quietly building through Miami Dealmakersa content flywheel he believes will be his biggest long-term asset

Timestamps:

00:00 Miami real estate in 2026 where things stand

03:47 How cheap capital destroyed investors in 2021–2022

08:20 The herd mentality that wrecked multifamily deals

10:48 Omar's path from analyst to top South Florida broker

14:56 Why parts of Miami's rental market are a bloodbath right now

19:20 The affordable housing crisis and where people are actually moving

22:42 The hidden land play inside suburban office buildings

28:50 What the biggest multifamily funds are buying right now

32:59 Why contrarian investing is hard to sell to LPs

36:15 How Omar thinks about wealth, risk, and brokerage vs. investing

39:47 Miami Dealmakers building a content flywheel as leverage

47:04 The future of Miami as a city

47:12 What Omar is building next

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For millions of viewers, Montel Williams was a trusted voice in daytime television for nearly two decades. But long before the Emmy Award-winning talk show, Montel served as a Naval officer, overcame adversity, and developed the mindset that would define his entire life.

In this conversation, Montel reflects on growing up during segregation, becoming one of the first African Americans to graduate from the Naval Academy Prep School, and building one of the most respected talk shows in television history.

He opens up about the childhood moment that taught him to never let others define his future, the lessons he learned through military service and fatherhood, and what living with Multiple Sclerosis taught him about resilience and self-awareness.

We also go deep on society's biggest challenges: education, loneliness, gun violence, race, immigration, and what it will actually take for humanity to evolve beyond division.

Whether you grew up watching The Montel Williams Show or are discovering his story for the first time, this episode is filled with hard-earned wisdom on purpose, personal responsibility, and what it means to truly own your life.

Timestamps:

0:00 Intro

3:30 The Belief He's Carried Since Childhood

5:00 First African American to Graduate the Naval Academy Prep School

7:00 How a Speaking Tour of 1.5M Kids Built a TV Empire

9:00 100% Creative Control Why the Show Lasted 17 Years

10:00 The Real Reason Most People Never Know Who They Are

11:30 What Fatherhood Actually Teaches You About Letting Go

13:30 The MS Diagnosis and the Fight That Followed

15:00 How to Reduce Inflammation and Take Control of Chronic Illness

16:00 The Only Way Out Is Through His New Project

25:30 The Teacher Who Tried to Define Him in Second Grade

27:00 What Montel Williams Wishes for the World

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Jeremy Abramson lost his dream job and found out his girlfriend had been cheating on him in the same week. He was 23. He had no plan. He drove cross-country to Miami in a Honda CRV and slept in his car for 9 nights.

Today, he coaches top executives and entrepreneurs on mindset, movement, and purpose and hosts one of the most talked-about Shabbat dinners in Miami.

In this episode of Common Denominator, Moshe Popack sits down with Jeremy for one of the most honest conversations about what it actually means to be lost and how you find your way back.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Why people have everything but feel empty

03:00 – Loneliness epidemic: the root cause

06:00 – Shabbat dinners and the power of real connection

12:00 – Jeremy's story: fired, cheated on, broke at 23

14:00 – Finding God in the darkest moment

17:00 – Surrender, faith, and the pressure to provide

22:00 – Moshe's story: betting everything in 2010

27:00 – How to attract what you want in life

31:00 – Masculine vs feminine energy in 2026

35:00 – Extreme delegation and running life like a business

38:00 – Breaking generational trauma

41:00 – What's missing most from relationships today

47:00 – How to go inward: practical first steps

51:00 – Moving to Surfside and rebuilding from scratch

55:00 – Jeremy's full story: Bay Area to Miami

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Roland Peralta had $500 in the bank, a bankruptcy on his record, and rheumatoid arthritis flaring up. What he also had was a formula he'd developed in his rent-controlled apartment one that accidentally started regrowing his hair. That formula became Nutrafol. The #1 dermatologist recommended hair growth supplement in the U.S. Acquired by Unilever.

In this episode of Common Denominator, Moshe Popack sits down with Roland to unpack the full journey from Colombian immigrant roots and a failed fashion company, to building a billion-dollar brand, to using his exit to take on corporate polluters through a democratized litigation platform called When Justice.

Timestamp:

0:00 Growing Up With Nothing And Why That Was the Advantage

4:30 15 Years in Fashion and the Morning He Walked Away

10:00 I Left $10M on the Table Then Lost Everything Else

15:30 Arthritis, Hair Loss, and the Discovery That Started a Billion-Dollar Brand

21:00 $50K, a Handshake, and 18-Hour Days How Nutrafol Was Born

26:30 The Tequila Night They Decided to Build a Billion-Dollar Company

31:30 13 Suitors, 51% Control, and Selling to Unilever

36:30 Why Most Founders Are Miserable After the Exit

39:30 When Justice: A GoFundMe to Sue Corporations

43:00 How to Get Involved whenjustice.org

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In 2009, Moshe Popack had no job, no income, three kids, and all his savings in a wedding envelope. That was the moment he understood something nobody tells you: nobody is coming to save you.

In this episode of Common Denominator, Moshe breaks down the mindset that took him from that moment to building a real estate portfolio of 4,000+ units and what it has to do with the loneliness epidemic, the discipline gap, and the way you spend your nights and weekends. If you're a Miami-Dade local feeling the pressure of a city that's changing faster than your income can keep up, this one's for you. But the message goes further than any zip code.

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00:00 The moment nobody's coming

01:26 Why discipline is the only answer

02:28 The pen-and-paper exercise that reveals who you are

04:11 The Starbucks in Tokyo and the loneliness epidemic

05:12 Your network is your net worth

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Most founders fail not because of their idea.

They fail because of who they are.

Lew Frankfort built Coach from $6M to $5B over 35 years and now invests in early-stage founders. In this episode of Common Denominator, he breaks down the founder mindset, the leadership frameworks, and the hard lessons behind scaling a business from the ground up including why ego kills more companies than bad ideas, how to find investable ounders, and what it really takes to build an enduring brand.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction & Background

03:15 – What Makes a Founder Actually Scalable?

05:20 – Why Most Ideas Never Become Businesses

06:30 – The Rare Founder: Creativity + Business Acumen

08:50 – Ego vs. Coachability

10:50 – Building the Right Team (and Letting Go)

14:15 – From NYC Government to Coach

18:15 – Fear, Imposter Syndrome, and Leadership Pressure

21:30 – How to Hire for Emotional Intelligence

24:00 – The Problem with Modern Business Models

26:30 – Losing and Regaining Momentum (“Mojo”)

29:00 – Mental Health, Purpose, and Longevity

30:30 – Building a Collaborative Culture

32:30 – What Lew Is Most Proud Of

32:50 – The Early Insight That Changed Everything

34:13 – Final Thoughts: Purpose & Giving Back

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The mindset shift that ends overthinking for good starts with one decision... Stop waiting for clarity and start building it. Coming back from time away is always a reset. You step out of your routine, disconnect a little and then reality hits all at once.

Full calendar.

Full inbox.

Everything waiting.

But here's what I've learned after years of building businesses and raising a family of 11: that reset is one of the most powerful moments you can have. You come back clearer, more grounded. And if you use that perspective the right way, it pushes you forward faster than grinding ever could. Overthinking and waiting for the perfect moment is the trap.

Clarity isn't found it's created through action, consistency, and the right habits.

What you'll take away:

• How to stop overthinking and take action today

• Why waiting for clarity is keeping you stuck

• The mindset shift that creates real momentum

• Why habits beat motivation every single time

• Building your dream vs. someone else's

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00:00 – Who's really leaving Miami00:45 – What the Live Local Act was supposed to do01:30 – Why politicians say yes but vote no (the NIMBY problem)02:15 – Government housing vs. private development: what the data shows02:30 – What Miami needs to do before it's too late

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He lost his childhood dog. His father worked at a print shop. And that combination sparked a business that now generates over $1M a month.

I sat down with Oleg known as The Pillow Guy and what started as a conversation about business turned into one of the most honest talks I've had on this show.

Oleg sold 20,000 pillows in a single 3-day Groupon event, walked into Walmart headquarters with a baby on his arm and no money for a hotel room, turned down a deal with 2,000 stores, and built a manufacturing operation from his father's garage with zero capital and barely any English.

But the most powerful part of this conversation isn't the business. It's the philosophy.

Health. Wealth. Family. In that order. And why getting that order right changed everything for him and why it should change everything for you too.

What you'll take away:

• How Oleg turned personal grief into a $1M/month business

• Why he walked away from Walmart's 2,000 store deal

• The health habits that transformed his business and family

• Why health comes before wealth

— and what happens when it doesn't- How to build a business that runs without you

• His plan to sell for $100M in the next 3-5 years

Timestamp:00:00 — Who is The Pillow Guy?01:40 — The origin: the dog pillow that made him cry03:10 — 20,000 pillows in 3 days (the Groupon moment)05:50 — Walking into Walmart — and saying no08:30 — The business today: manufacturing in Chicago, $1M/month13:30 — Diversification: never bet everything on one thing14:00 — Health, family & wealth: Oleg's 3 pillars16:00 — Quitting alcohol and running marathons instead22:00 — His wife: the real MVP behind the business26:00 — The plan: selling for $100M and what comes next

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I always believed in “work hard, play hard.” But lately, I’ve realized… that mindset misses the point.

Coming out of spring break, something hit me hard—it wasn’t the time away from work that mattered. It was the time with family. My kids. My brother. Friends I hadn’t seen in too long. The conversations, the laughter, the feeling of being fully there.

And it made me question everything.

Because the truth is, those are the moments that stay with you. Not the meetings. Not the deals. Not the “urgent” emails.

But here’s the part most of us ignore:

None of that happens by accident.

You have to make the time.

In this solo, I talk about:

• Why being “busy” isn’t the same as being present

• The myth of “work hard, play hard”

• How meaning and purpose are something you create, not find

• Why relationships require the same intentional investment as business

• The role vulnerability plays in building real connection

• And how to actually build a life that feels aligned

Timestamp:0:00 – Coming back with perspective0:45 – Why right now is the time to lean in1:30 – Stop waiting: clarity is built through action2:15 – The only thing that actually compounds

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What does it take to build real conviction when nothing is handed to you?

In this episode of Common Denominator, I sit down with Jay Roberts, founder of Prosper Group, for a conversation that starts with adoption, adversity, and identity—and expands into ambition, resilience, and the future of Miami real estate. Jay shares how being born in South Korea, adopted into a modest American household, and growing up feeling like an outsider shaped the work ethic and entrepreneurial drive behind his success.

We get into the mindset behind betting on yourself, leaving the comfort of a strong career, raising capital, building in Miami, and why Jay believes waterfront real estate—and neighborhoods like North Bay Village—still hold major upside. We also talk interest rates, global capital, Miami’s evolution, and what separates long-term winners from everyone else chasing the moment.

This is a conversation about drive, timing, belief, and building something bigger than yourself.

Timestamps:

00:00 The Rise of Miami's Real Estate Market

01:44 Jay Roberts: A Journey from Adoption to Success

07:38 Transitioning to Real Estate: The Entrepreneurial Spirit

10:43 The North Bay Village Development

12:37 Miami's Real Estate Landscape: Supply and Demand

14:07 The Future of Miami: A Global Market

18:26 Construction Challenges and Opportunities

20:06 Property Taxes and Government Policies

22:07 Interest Rates and Their Impact on Real Estate

24:49 Miami's Growth: A Bright Future Ahead

27:39 International Investment in Miami's Real Estate

29:39 Debt Market Dynamics in Miami

31:07 Buyer Protections and Market Stability

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I couldn’t stop thinking about this: the Pentagon is hiring investment bankers to deploy over $200 billion… and once you understand why, you start to see how the world really works.

In this solo episode of Common Denominator, I break down what’s actually happening behind that headline and why it has everything to do with your life, your money, and your future. This isn’t just about defense or geopolitics. It’s about capital allocation at the highest level and the mindset that separates reactive decision-making from disciplined, long-term thinking.

From losing my job in 2009 to building and managing thousands of real estate units, I’ve learned that wealth isn’t about being the smartest person in the room, it’s about being the most consistent allocator of capital.

And here’s the truth: you’re already doing it every day.

Your time, your energy, your money, it’s all capital.

The question is: are you deploying it intentionally?

In this episode, I cover:

• Why the Pentagon is turning to investment bankers

• What capital allocation really means (beyond money)

• The difference between emotional vs. disciplined decision-making

• How to think in decades, not days

• Why consistency—not intelligence—builds lasting wealth

• How values, faith, and responsibility shape long-term success

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I sat down with John Perkins, author of Confessions of an Economic Hitman, and what he shared completely shifted my perspective.

We talk about how global power really works—from the World Bank and IMF to how countries are pushed into debt traps that benefit corporations, not people. But this isn’t just about geopolitics… it’s about awareness, responsibility, and what each of us can actually do.

The biggest takeaway for me? It’s not about fear—it’s about action.

In this episode, we get into:

• What an “economic hitman” actually does

• How global systems impact everyday life

• The truth behind GDP and who it really benefits

• China vs. the U.S. — what’s really happening

• Why we’re at a critical inflection point in history

• The 5 questions YOU can ask to create real change

This conversation challenged me—and I think it will challenge you too.

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I lost my job in 2009. And with it, my income, my confidence, and my sense of identity.

This isn’t theory. This isn’t strategy from a book. This is my real story. How I went from uncertainty during the financial crisis to building 4,000+ units and millions of square feet in real estate… one disciplined decision at a time.

In this solo episode of Common Denominator, I break down the moment everything could have ended. And how it became the foundation for everything I’ve built since.

Here's what you can expect:

• What losing everything actually feels like (and why no one talks about it)

• The mindset shift that changed everything

• Why slow, disciplined real estate wins over hype

• The truth about building wealth during uncertainty

• Faith, family, and responsibility as driving forces

• Exactly what I would do if I had to start over today

If you’re going through a tough moment—financially, mentally, or personally—this episode is for you.

You’re not behind. You’re at the beginning.

The common denominator is you.

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AI is fueling a massive data center boom, but does America actually have the power to keep up?

In this episode of Common Denominator, I sit down with Mark Mills to dig into one of the most pressing questions in the country right now: can our energy infrastructure truly support the rise of AI?

Mark Mills is a physicist, energy expert, and author who focuses on how technologies like AI and data centers are grounded in real-world energy and infrastructure systems.

As demand for data centers accelerates, I wanted to go beyond the headlines and understand what’s really happening—at the intersection of technology, energy, infrastructure, and national security. Mark brings a clear, data-driven perspective as we break down the realities of the U.S. power grid, rising electricity demand, private power solutions, natural gas, nuclear energy, and what it will actually take to power the future of AI in America.

In our conversation, we discuss:

• Why AI is creating an unprecedented surge in data center demand

• Whether the U.S. power grid can realistically keep up

• Why location and proximity matter so much for data centers

• The growing importance of private and off-grid power solutions

• Why natural gas may be the most practical near-term answer

• Whether nuclear can play a meaningful role over the next decade

• The economic and political pushback surrounding data center development

• Why this moment could be a major inflection point for AI infrastructure

If you’re interested in AI, energy, infrastructure, investing, or the future of America’s competitive edge, this is a conversation worth watching.

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Why are so many of the world’s most powerful entrepreneurs and billionaires moving to Miami?

This shift is bigger than most people realize.

From Larry Ellison to Mark Zuckerberg and Sergey Brin, some of the smartest people in the world are choosing South Florida. And when that many high-level thinkers make the same decision, I think it’s worth paying attention.

To me, this isn’t just about lifestyle or taxes, it’s about where the future of building, investing, and creating is headed.

And right now, I believe Miami is one of the most important cities to watch.

In this episode, I share:

• Why I believe Miami is becoming a serious hub for business and innovation

• The real economic incentives driving people out of places like California

• How quality of life is playing a bigger role than ever

• Why I think momentum is only just beginning

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What happens when people stop trusting the news, stop listening to politicians, and start turning to podcasts for the truth?

In this episode, I sat down with Adam Sosnick, and we went straight into the stuff everybody’s thinking about but not everybody wants to say out loud: why trust in media has collapsed, why social media is eating TV alive, why Florida keeps winning, and why it feels like common sense has become controversial.

Adam didn’t dodge. He didn’t sanitize. And honestly, that’s what made this conversation so good.

We talked about politics, leadership, family, faith, community, digital influence, Patrick Bet-David, Valuetainment, and why people are craving something real in a world full of noise, spin, and performance. We also got into one of the biggest questions in the country right now: can we still disagree without completely destroying each other?

And somehow… we managed to talk about all that while still laughing.

In this episode:

• Why nobody trusts traditional media the way they used to

• Why podcasts feel more honest than the news

• Whether TV ads are a waste of money now

• Why Florida and Miami keep attracting everyone

• How to disagree without turning people into enemies

• Why community and real human connection matter more than ever

• Adam’s rise from nightlife and finance to Valuetainment

• What he’s learned from building with Patrick Bet-David

Timestamps:

00:00 The Divided States of America

02:48 The Rise of Podcasting and Trust in Media

06:03 Political Campaigning in the Digital Age

09:00 The Future of Florida as a Business Hub

12:01 Building Relationships and Networking

15:00 Navigating Disagreements with Empathy

21:31 Finding Common Ground Over Dinner

24:29 The Power of Community and Connection

30:48 Building Relationships Through Shared Experiences

35:26 The Vision of Valuetainment

41:03 The Journey of Dreams and Actions

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What if the real question about crypto isn’t what it is… but who you’re trusting?

In this episode of Common Denominator, I break down one of the biggest conversations happening right now: crypto, stablecoins, and the future of money.

I’m not anti-crypto. I believe in innovation. But when it comes to money, trust is everything, and that’s where this conversation gets more complicated than most people realize.

Why are people moving away from traditional financial systems?

What makes stablecoins seem “safe”?

And most importantly… who’s actually benefiting behind the scenes?

I walk through:

• Why trust in institutions is breaking down

• How stablecoins really work (and how companies make money from them)

• The hidden trade-offs of decentralization

• What regulation could mean for the future of crypto

• And the one question everyone should be asking before investing in anything

This isn’t about saying crypto is good or bad.

It’s about understanding the system—and thinking clearly before you trust it.

Because the moment we stop asking questions… that’s when the real problems begin.

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I sat down with Chris Voss, former FBI hostage negotiator and CEO of the Black Swan Group, and within minutes, I realized most of us are communicating completely wrong.

We think negotiation is about being persuasive, dominant, or getting to “yes.”

Chris flipped that idea on its head.

From negotiating with terrorists to advising Fortune 500 CEOs, Chris breaks down the real psychology behind influence, why “yes” is overrated, and how something as simple as listening differently can transform your results—in business, relationships, and life.

What hit me hardest? Half your problems disappear the moment someone feels truly heard.

In this conversation, we go deep into:

• The hidden communication mistakes we all make

• Why clarity can feel like “violence” (and how to fix it)

• The power of mirroring (and how to use it without sounding fake)

• How tactical empathy leads to better deals—and more money

• What hostage negotiation teaches us about everyday life

This isn’t theory. This is real-world strategy from someone who’s operated in life-or-death situations—and now applies it to business, leadership, and human connection.

If you care about results… this episode will change how you think.

TIMESTAMPS:

00:10 – Intro: Chris Voss (FBI negotiator & author)

01:00 – Why every negotiation impacts the future

01:05 – The pressure of life-or-death decisions

02:08 – The biggest communication mistake people make

02:30 – Precision listening: the skill most people lack

03:30 – Why people are afraid to ask for clarity

04:37 – The myth: communication ≠ understanding

05:00 – How repeating back builds trust instantly

06:07 – What mirroring actually does (FBI technique)

08:30 – Why using someone’s name can backfire

09:29 – How Chris Voss got into FBI negotiation

10:52 – Fear vs. process in high-stakes negotiation

12:00 – Post-traumatic growth vs. defeat

12:45 – Top lesson from Never Split the Difference

13:02 – Stop aiming for “yes”—aim for “that’s right”

13:39 – Perception vs. perspective in negotiation

15:15 – There’s always a better deal

16:00 – Why trust is more common than you think

19:20 – Negotiation, politics & ripple effects

22:37 – Biggest mistake CEOs make in negotiation

23:17 – Why collaboration makes more money

24:30 – Tactical empathy as a competitive advantage

29:55 – Fear of asking questions (conditioning)

30:16 – Why the education system rewards mediocrity

31:21 – The creativity we lose as we grow up

33:17 – The power of belief & mindset

34:52 – The common dnominator of great negotiation

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Is government really designed to help people, or is the system more complicated than we think?

In this episode of Common Denominator, I take a step back from politics and focus on something more important: how systems actually work in the real world.

We’re often taught that government programs exist to protect and support u, but when you look closer, questions start to emerge. Why does government spending tend to be so inefficient compared to the private sector? What happens when programs fail—but don’t go away? And are we measuring success the right way?

I break down:

• Why government spending doesn’t follow the same accountability as business

• A surprising comparison between New York City and Florida budgets

• The difference between short-term help and long-term opportunity

• Why people are moving to places like Florida in record numbers

• The real role government should play in a thriving society

This isn’t about being political—it’s about being practical. Because if we want better outcomes, we need to understand what actually lifts people up.

In my view, the answer isn’t more control, it’s more opportunity.

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I almost learned the hard way that entrepreneurship rewards action, but it also demands humility.

Liz Faircloth, real estate investor, entrepreneur, and co-founder of the Real Estate InvestHER community, talks about the moments that shape an entrepreneur’s journey—the mistakes, the risks, and the lessons you can’t learn from a textbook.

Liz shares the story of how she missed two mortgage payments because she refused to hire a $200/month bookkeeper, and how that painful moment forced her to step back, fire herself from the role, and build the team that ultimately helped scale her real estate business.

We also dive into:

• How a $30,000 loan from her father launched her first real estate investment

• The impact of Rich Dad Poor Dad on her financial mindset

• Why failure is often the fastest path to growth

• The terrifying moment when $10 million in investor funds was stolen by a 1031 custodian

• How she rebuilt trust and protected her investors

• What it’s like building a business with your spouse

• Why she created InvestHER, a global community helping women build wealth through real estate

• How entrepreneurs can turn fear into opportunity

For me, the biggest takeaway is simple: you can’t avoid pain in business—but you can decide whether you learn from it.

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00:00 The $200 mistake that changed Liz’s business

01:05 Why entrepreneurs need failure to grow

02:21 How Rich Dad Poor Dad changed Liz’s life

08:42 Why you’ll never feel 100% ready to invest

09:17 Lessons from Wharton and entrepreneurial thinking

10:23 “Burn the boats” — the mindset of real entrepreneurs

11:21 What it’s really like building a business with your spouse

14:21 The biggest real estate scare of Liz’s career

18:00 The responsibility of managing investor capital

19:57 Protecting investors and rebuilding trust

22:26 Navigating real estate during COVID

25:24 The birth of the InvestHER community

31:56 Why purpose matters more than profit

33:00 Final thoughts on leadership, growth, and impact

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Too many people today feel constantly disappointed—by relationships, work, and life itself. One major reason? Expectation.

In this solo episode of Common Denominator, I share a powerful idea that shapes how we experience happiness, disappointment, and purpose: our mindset. When we depend on external things like success, recognition, or other people to make us happy, our happiness becomes fragile.

Drawing on insights from Viktor Frankl, author of Man’s Search for Meaning, I explore a simple but profound truth:

The one thing no one can take away from you is your ability to choose how you respond to what happens.

In this episode, I talk about:

• Why expectations often lead to disappointment

• Viktor Frankl vs. Freud on what truly drives human behavior

• Why meaning matters more than pleasure

• How purpose and gratitude reshape your mindset

• Why struggle is often part of discovering your purpose

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What’s actually happening in housing right now, and why don't the headlines tell the full story?

In this episode of Common Denominator, I sit down with Richard Ross to break down what’s really driving today’s rental and housing market. We get into why multifamily occupancy is dropping even as the country faces a housing shortage, how demographics are reshaping demand, and why more renters are moving away from traditional apartments.

Richard walks me through the rise of built-to-rent single-family communities, why three- and four-bedroom rentals are in such high demand, and how affordability, lifestyle, and flexibility are changing renter behavior. We talk interest rates, the lock-in effect, institutional ownership narratives, and where real opportunities may exist as stress builds across commercial real estate.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why apartment occupancy is falling despite housing shortages

• How demographics are reshaping rental demand

• Why renters are choosing single-family homes over apartments

• The real math behind renting versus owning today

• Why interest rates don’t work the way most people think

• How flexibility and lifestyle now drive housing decisions

• Where pressure — and opportunity — may emerge in real estate

Timestamps:

00:00 – Why housing data feels contradictory

01:05 – Demographic shifts impacting apartments

03:09 – The built-to-rent single-family model

06:57 – Renting vs owning: the real numbers

07:52 – Institutional ownership and political narratives

11:30 – Renters by choice and lifestyle flexibility

12:36 – Creating real community in rental housing

15:59 – How far people are willing to live from work

17:44 – Why mortgage rates don’t follow the Fed

20:35 – Where opportunity may emerge next

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Today we’re breaking down HJR 203, a proposal that could eliminate city and county property taxes for Florida homesteaded homeowners starting in 2027 — potentially cutting tax bills in half.

But there’s a catch.

State economists project a $14.8 billion annual gap in local budgets, which fund police, fire departments, roads, and public services. So the real question is: will homeowners see true relief, or will costs shift elsewhere?

I also share a potential solution — a structured visitor tax on the 143 million people who visit Florida each year — that could help offset the deficit while protecting residents.

This isn’t just about taxes. It’s about balance, growth, and protecting Florida’s future. That’s the common denominator.

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What does it actually take to live as your authentic self — especially when it costs you friendships, comfort, and approval?

In this episode of Common Denominator, I sit down with Kayla Schreibstein for a deeply honest conversation about identity, courage, belonging, and what it means to stand for who you are when it would be easier to blend in.

Kayla shares her journey growing up disconnected from her Jewish identity, the moment October 7th forced her to confront who she really was, and the heartbreak of losing close friendships over deeply held beliefs. We talk about what it means to choose authenticity over people-pleasing, why community matters more than ever, and how showing up publicly can become a source of healing — not just for yourself, but for others.

We explore faith, culture, boundaries, fear, self-doubt, and the pressure young women feel to stay quiet or agreeable. This episode is about finding your voice, owning your story, and realizing that purpose doesn’t come from validation — it comes from alignment.

This conversation is a reminder that you don’t reach your full potential until you stop hiding who you are.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why authenticity often comes at a personal cost

• How losing friends can clarify who you really are

• What it means to own your identity publicly

• Why community is the antidote to isolation

• How self-doubt shows up — even in confident people

• Why people-pleasing keeps you stuck

• How young women can step into their voice and power

• Why purpose matters more than money or approval

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Timestamps:

00:00 – Choosing purpose over chasing money

01:00 – Rejecting identity and the fear of being different

03:00 – October 7th and losing close friendships

06:30 – Agreeing to disagree — and when it fails

09:00 – Division, narrative, and the cost of hatred

12:00 – Building community through culture and tradition

14:30 – Showing up publicly despite fear

16:30 – Women, confidence, and self-doubt

18:30 – Boundaries, people-pleasing, and personal freedom

20:30 – Final reflections on authenticity and growth

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What would you do if you lost your job, faced a massive lawsuit, and risked losing everything you built?

In this solo episode of Common Denominator, I open up about one of the hardest moments of my life — being hit with a major judgment right after I started making money again. It could have set us back emotionally for a decade. Instead, my wife and I made a decision: we would pay it… and move on.

Because here’s the truth — the only control you ever really have is your reaction.

I share what 15 years of Jiu-Jitsu, the philosophy of the samurai, Bruce Lee, and Viktor Frankl have taught me about emotional discipline, fear, and resilience. Fear is almost always false evidence appearing real. Less than 1% of what we fear actually happens — if we don’t give up.

In this episode, I talk about:

• Why choosing a life partner is the biggest (and riskiest) decision you’ll ever make

• How to handle financial setbacks without letting them define your future

• The power of breathing before reacting

• Training your nervous system to stay calm in chaos

• Why most people stay stuck — and how to break the cycle

• The mental block that keeps you from writing down your biggest goals

• Why underdogs win

• Burning the boats and creating “no choice” situations

We’re all changing. Your partner is changing. Your business will rise and fall. The world will distract you. The question is: can you regulate yourself when it matters most?

When everything feels insane — breathe. Take one step. Then another.

That’s the training. That’s the work. That’s the common denominator.

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What actually separates people who say they want hard things from those who follow through for years?

In this episode of Common Denominator, I sit down with endurance athlete Mark Dowdle for a deep conversation on discipline, faith, suffering, and what it really takes to do difficult things over long periods of time.

Mark shares where his mindset comes from, why consistency—not motivation—is the real differentiator, and how his relationship with faith reshaped his identity after chasing validation through extreme physical challenges. He opens up about running the Calendar Club challenge for an entire year, racing in life-threatening conditions at Arrowhead 135, and the moment he realized that external praise was never going to fill the void.

Mark and I explore the psychology of quitting, the inner dialogue that convinces people to stop just before a breakthrough, and why no one accomplishes hard things alone. From the importance of choosing the right life partner to the role of accountability, truth-telling, and surrender, this conversation is a grounded look at what sustained excellence actually requires.

This episode is a reminder that discipline isn’t about feeling ready — it’s about showing up anyway.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• Why some people are drawn to hard things—and how that mindset is shaped early

• How redefining failure changes everything

• The difference between real danger and mental excuses

• Why external validation eventually collapses

• How faith reframes suffering, purpose, and discipline

• Why motivation is unreliable—and discipline is required

• The role of accountability, partners, and “truth tellers”

• Why consistency is the true common denominator of high performers

Timestamps:

02:39 – Redefining Failure

03:47 – Validation, High Goals & Dropout Points

04:47 – Shifting Identity Away from External Praise

06:00 – Faith, Purpose & Olympic-Level Emptiness

08:23 – Calendar Club Challenge & Expectation Collapse

10:15 – Surrender, Entitlement & Freedom

12:24 – Pushing the Line Between Discomfort and Danger

14:28 – Inner Dialogue, Fear & Presence

16:00 – Accountability, Marriage & Not Quitting

18:11 – Love, Truth & Saying the Hard Thing

21:12 – Discipline vs Motivation

23:22 – Confidence Through Evidence

25:10 – The True Common Denominator: Consistency

26:19 – Final Reflections & Sign-Off

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In this episode of Common Denominator, I share two powerful biblical lessons that completely shaped how I think about wealth, business, and personal growth.

Growing up, the stories of Abraham and Nachshon stood out to me. Abraham left everything familiar and walked into the unknown. Nachshon stepped into the sea before it split.

Both stories teach the same lesson: if you follow the crowd, you’ll get average results.

Real growth — whether in business, investing, or life — comes from going against the grain. It comes from choosing discomfort. It comes from building slowly and steadily instead of chasing hype.

I also talk about why emotional investing never works long term, why retail investors often get hurt during hype cycles, and why knowing your numbers is the foundation of real financial success.

If you want long-term wealth, stability, and fulfillment, you have to be willing to take the road less traveled.

Growth only happens when we’re uncomfortable.

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What happens when fear—not ignorance—keeps people from building wealth?

Tax expert and author Hannah Cole unpacks the real reasons so many people feel paralyzed around money, taxes, and financial decisions. We discuss how cultural conditioning and lack of education make taxes feel intimidating—especially for women and first-time founders—and why the system is often more flexible than people think.

This conversation is about agency: understanding tax brackets, startup losses, and the difference between avoiding taxes and engaging strategically with them. At its core, it’s a reframing of taxes—not as punishment, but as partnership. Because clarity, not fear, creates power.

In this episode of Common Denominator with Moshe Popack, you'll learn:

• Fear of numbers is a common issue that many face.

• Tax literacy can empower individuals to take control of their finances.

• The tax code is designed for humans, not robots.

• There is a significant lack of tax education in schools.

• Understanding tax brackets can prevent unnecessary fear.

• The IRS is generally accommodating if approached honestly.

• Business ownership offers significant tax advantages.

• The government prioritizes economic growth through business support.

• Many wealthy individuals evade taxes, creating a fairness issue.

• Education is key to reducing fear and increasing tax compliance.

Timestamps:

00:00 Understanding the Fear of Money

02:48 The Importance of Tax Literacy

06:03 Debunking Tax Myths and Fears

09:10 Strategies for Tax Efficiency

12:10 The Role of Government in Taxation

15:06 Future of Work and Taxes

18:07 Empowering Through Education

21:01 The Fairness of the Tax System

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In this episode of Common Denominator, I break down one of the most extraordinary leadership stories of our time: Jensen Huang and NVIDIA.

Over the last 36 months, NVIDIA has added roughly $100 billion in market cap per month, growing from a $300 billion company to nearly $4.5 trillion. But numbers like that don’t happen by accident. They’re the result of leadership.

In this episode, I explore what kind of leadership it actually takes to build a company like NVIDIA — and what we can all learn from Jensen Huang’s 32-year tenure as CEO.

Here’s what I dive into:

• Why leadership compounds over time

• The power of thinking in decades, not quarters

• Why betting early on AI, GPUs, and CUDA looked irrational — but wasn’t

• How staying technically fluent at scale protects standards and speed

• Why calm is one of the most underrated leadership traits

• The difference between managing outcomes and managing direction

• How great companies become infrastructure the world can’t function without

On Common Denominator, I always ask: what’s the real force behind extraordinary outcomes? More often than not, it’s leadership. Not the title — the substance.

Whether you’re building a startup, leading a team, investing, or simply trying to lead yourself better, the lessons are the same:

Think longer.

Stay close to the work.

Build for where the world is going.

Don’t let success dilute conviction.

Jensen Huang didn’t just build NVIDIA. He demonstrated what leadership looks like in an era of exponential change.

And to me, that’s the real common denominator.

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What separates people who last from those who fade out?

14-year NFL veteran Kelvin Beachum joins me for a wide-ranging conversation about longevity, discipline, faith, and what it really takes to keep showing up when motivation fades.

Kelvin reflects on the principles that have shaped his life on and off the field — from growing up in a small Texas town to becoming one of the longest-tenured offensive linemen in the NFL. He explains why willingness matters more than talent, why falling in love with the mundane is essential for sustained success, and how delayed gratification compounds over time.

The conversation explores everything from training and recovery after 35, to faith as a daily practice, to financial discipline, mentorship, and preparing for life after football. Kelvin also shares how his understanding of “why” has evolved — from proving himself as a seventh-round draft pick to serving others, mentoring younger players, and building a future beyond the game.

Let's call it a masterclass in consistency, humility, and doing the unglamorous work that most people avoid — and why that work is often the true common denominator of meaningful success.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn

• Why willingness often matters more than talent

• How falling in love with the mundane creates long-term success

• The role delayed gratification plays in building a lasting career

• Why showing up consistently compounds over time

• How Kelvin adapted training, recovery, and rest as he aged in the NFL

• Why faith became central to his ability to endure and perform

• How financial discipline protects athletes after their playing days end

• What mentorship looks like later in a career

• How Kelvin is preparing for life after football through private equity and global investing

• Why curiosity may be one of the most underrated drivers of growth

Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction

03:46 – The Power of Showing Up & Valuing Time

05:18 – Family Influence: Grandfather, Father & Faith

07:16 – Small-Town Roots & Growing Up with Sports

10:02 – NFL Career Longevity Explained

11:26 – The X-Factor: Loving the Mundane

13:35 – Motivation, Delayed Gratification & Competing with Yourself

16:44 – Defying Labels & Breaking Stereotypes

18:11 – Training at 36: Recovery Over Ego

21:27 – Sleep, Recovery & Non-Negotiables

23:08 – Faith as a Foundation

25:59 – Financial Discipline in the NFL

29:12 – Long-Term Wealth, Trusts & Legacy Planning

31:21 – Mentoring Younger Players

33:27 – Life After Football

35:49 – Staying Humble & Always Learning

37:02 – Walter Payton Man of the Year Award

38:07 – The True Common Denominator

38:55 – Final Reflections & Gratitude

39:09 – Kelvin’s Big Adventure & Staying Curious

40:40 – Final Thanks & Sign-Off

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What happens when you realize your children’s mistakes aren’t yours to fix?

I recently found myself in an emotional parenting moment — a serious conversation with my two oldest children, ages 18 and 19, that stayed with me long after it ended. As a father, I thought I was being firm, even harsh… but what I really uncovered was one of the hardest truths of fatherhood:

You can love your children deeply… and still have to let them go.

As a dad of 11 children, I’ve spent more than two decades learning — and re-learning — what it means to show up with unconditional love. Parenting at this scale teaches you quickly: you can guide, you can mentor, you can be present… but you cannot walk the path for them.

There’s a balance between unconditional love and tough love. Between wanting to protect them and realizing they need space to fail, to struggle, and to grow into who they’re meant to become.

I’ve also come to understand that so much of our stress as parents comes from expectations — expecting our kids to move on our timeline, to make the choices we think are best, to avoid the pain we’ve already lived through.

But once you accept reality for what it is, the tension eases. You remember: this isn’t about control. It’s about trust.

This episode is a reminder that parenting isn’t about saving our children from life — it’s about being a stable, grounded presence while they learn to live it.

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What separates the companies that win from the ones that quietly fade away?

Nicolas Darveau-Garneau — former Google Chief Evangelist, multi-time founder, angel investor, and author — joins me to unpack what he’s learned after advising over 1,000 CEOs and investing in more than 25 companies.

Nicolas breaks down why product-market fit is everything, why most founders misunderstand who their best customers really are, and how a single clear metric can align an entire organization. Drawing on stories from Google, SpaceX, Amazon, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, he reveals why speed, clarity, and purpose consistently outperform complexity and brute force.

They explore why storytelling is not a talent but a practiced skill, why timing matters as much as the idea itself, and why the ability to “get better at getting better” may be the only sustainable competitive advantage in the age of AI.

This conversation is essential listening for founders, operators, investors, and anyone building something that matters.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• The three traits great founders consistently share

• Why 10% of customers often drive 80–90% of profits

• Why speed and operational cadence beat perfection

• How great companies build systems that improve without the CEO

• The biggest mistakes founders make when scaling

• Why purpose—not profit alone—sustains founders through hard times

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Most people don’t have a money problem — they have a thinking problem.

In this episode of Common Denominator, I sit down with economist Laurence Kotlikoff – Boston University professor and creator of MaxiFi financial planning – to unpack the biggest lie we tell ourselves about our financial lives: that we don’t need to look… and it’ll all work out.

Laurence explains why so many of us avoid our numbers (fear, superstition, math phobia), why much of Wall Street’s “standard advice” conflicts with real economics, and why personal finance is far more complicated than people realize — from taxes and inflation to Social Security’s 22,000-page rulebook. We talk through what it actually takes to answer the simplest question that drives everything: How much can I safely spend — and keep spending — without running out?

We also zoom out to the macro questions people feel every day: whether Social Security could be cut, whether AI has created a market bubble, how panic can move markets even when fundamentals don’t, what housing really means as an inflation hedge, and why inflation hurts households so differently depending on how their income and assets are structured.

This conversation is a reminder that “having your finances straight” isn’t about luck, hype, or perfect timing — it’s about getting clear, making sustainable decisions, and using the right tools to avoid leaving massive money on the table.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• The biggest lie people tell themselves about money — and why it’s so common

• Why personal finance isn’t “simple math” (and why most people freeze anyway)

• How to think about spending safely if you live to 100

• What a 23% Social Security benefit cut could mean — and how to plan around it

• Why many households make the wrong Social Security decision and lose big

• Whether AI stocks are overvalued — and how bubbles (and panic) form

• How the market can drop hard even without “fundamental” reasons

• When buying a home makes sense vs. renting — and what people miss

• Why inflation burns some people and spares others (and how to protect yourself)

• The “common denominator” of people who actually stay financially secure

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Chapters:

00:00 The Biggest Lie We Tell Ourselves About Money

02:23 Welcome + Why We Avoid Our Finances

05:10 Why Financial Planning Is So Complicated

07:34 Math Phobia, Behavioral Avoidance, and Real Solutions

11:23 Social Security “Running Out” + Planning for Benefit Cuts

14:54 AI, Market Valuations, and Bubble Risk

19:50 Panic, Multiple Equilibria, and Why Markets Crash

22:06 Real Estate: When to Buy and How to Think About Risk

25:22 Housing as an Inflation Hedge

27:26 Money Supply, Inflation, and What People Feel Day-to-Day

32:13 America’s Debt, Fiscal Solvency, and Unfunded Liabilities

34:44 Practical Solutions + “You’re Hired” Reforms

41:50 The Common Denominator of Financial Stability

44:11 Final Takeaways + Where to Find Laurence

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In this solo episode of Common Denominator, I speak honestly—without tiptoeing, without trying to provoke, and without apologizing for having values.

I believe in morality. I believe in freedom. And I don’t believe those things are supposed to be at odds with each other.

Somewhere along the way, “live and let live” started to mean staying silent, hiding your beliefs, or walking on eggshells to avoid disagreement. I don’t agree with that. Freedom goes both ways—you get to be you, and I get to be me—and neither of us has to cancel the other out for that to work.

This episode isn’t about politics. It’s about how we’re actually living.

I talk about the loss of real community in a world that’s more connected than ever, and why performative connection, social media, and constant screens are leaving people lonelier, not closer. I share a powerful experience through my 17-year-old son, who organically brought together over 100 people—no phones, no agenda, no branding—just real human connection. What happened that night says a lot about what we’re missing.

We don’t need more content. We need more context.

We don’t need more outrage. We need more grounding.

And we don’t need more rules about what we’re allowed to say—we need more spaces where people are allowed to be human.

This episode is about honesty, freedom, community, and why avoiding hard conversations is more dangerous than having them. It’s about listening instead of trying to win—and finding the overlap that connects us all.

If you believe you shouldn’t have to hide who you are to respect others, this conversation is for you.

Timestamps:

00:00 Why honesty feels controversial

02:20 What real community actually looks like

04:50 The cost of performative connection

07:15 Freedom, values, and the common denominator

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What happens when life shatters — and there’s no roadmap for putting it back together?

Theo Boyd, author, grief educator, and host of the Think Theo podcast, joins me to explore grief not as something to “get over,” but as something we learn to live with.

Theo shares her personal story of devastating loss — the tragic accident that took her mother’s life, followed years later by her father’s suicide — and how those experiences reshaped her faith, identity, and understanding of hope. We unpack why grief looks different for everyone, why comparison silences healing, and how presence may be the most sacred response to pain.

Theo reframes hope not as optimism or positivity, but as a practice that arrives in its own time. From learning to “say the words that carry the weight of pain,” to finding meaning through service, hobbies, and love after loss, this conversation is a powerful reminder that grief may be one of humanity’s truest common denominators.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• Why grief is not something you move past — but something you learn to live with

• How comparison and advice can unintentionally silence grievers

• Why hope doesn’t show up early — and why that’s okay

• The difference between meaning and purpose after loss

• How presence can be the most powerful form of healing

• Why serving others is often the doorway back to life

• How love, faith, and purpose can exist after devastation

• Why grief may be one of our greatest shared human experiences

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Chapters:

00:00 The Journey of Grief and Resilience

03:09 Understanding Grief as a Constant Companion

05:52 The Impact of Loss on Life and Relationships

08:51 Finding Purpose Through Pain

12:08 The Importance of Individual Grief Experiences

14:48 Hope: A Journey from Darkness to Light

17:45 Integrating Hope into Daily Life

21:02 Spirituality and Grief: Finding Meaning

23:50 The Role of Presence in Healing

27:11 Encouragement and Moving Forward

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A behind-the-scenes look at our brand-new custom-built podcast studio in Miami Beach, Florida. Introducing The Chat Room.

See the vision, design, and creative workflow behind building a studio that’s made for high-quality podcast production, real conversations, and next-level content.

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What if the goal of life wasn’t comfort, success, or even happiness – but meaning?

In this episode of Common Denominator, I sit down with Sanni McCandless Honnold, a life and career coach who helps people design lives rooted in courage, intention, and self-trust. We explore why fear isn’t something to overcome but something to walk alongside, how imposter syndrome is actually a sign of growth, and why the most meaningful lives are built in chapters – not linear paths.

Sanni shares how intentional living starts with honest self-check-ins, why confidence isn’t about ability but self-acceptance, and how nature plays a powerful role in regulating our nervous system and reconnecting us to presence. We also dive into relationships with high performers, parenting, and what it really means to live with perspective when life feels short and precious.

This conversation is for anyone feeling stuck, burned out, or quietly craving a life that feels richer, braver, and more alive.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• Why fear doesn’t go away, and why that’s okay

• The real antidote to imposter syndrome

• Why confidence is about self-acceptance, not competence

• How nature restores presence and regulates the nervous system

• The difference between comfort, meaning, and peak experiences

• What courageous, intentional people truly have in common

• How to live intentionally without being reckless or selfish

If you’re questioning your path, your priorities, or what you actually want out of life — this episode will meet you right where you are.

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Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction & The Power of the Mind and Reality

02:15 – Intentional Living: Crafting Meaningful Lives

06:10 – Courage and Overcoming Fear

10:12 – Navigating Imposter Syndrome

13:04 – The Dynamics of High-Performance Relationships

25:29 – Creating Community with OutWild

28:37 – The Importance of Nature in Our Lives

32:18 – Living with Courage and Intention

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After traveling through Japan, Hong Kong, Los Angeles, and Europe, I came home with a powerful realization: the United States—especially Florida—offers a level of opportunity, freedom, and growth that’s hard to match anywhere else in the world.

In this solo episode of Common Denominator, I reflect on what global travel revealed about:

• Why economic conservatism can lead to stagnation

• How Japan’s financial system became a cautionary tale

• Why parts of Europe feel stable but stuck

• The realities of property investment, taxes, and growth abroad

• And why Florida stands out with no state income tax, business-friendly policies, and massive inbound migration

We talk GDP, global economies, population growth, and what it really means to live in a system designed for upward mobility and innovation.

If you’re thinking about where to live, invest, build a business, or raise a family, this episode offers perspective you can’t get without stepping outside the U.S. bubble.

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What if you could reduce chronic pain, stress, and tension in just 15 minutes a day—without pills, surgeries, or endless appointments?

In this conversation, I sit down with Jason van Blerk, former professional soccer player and co-founder of the Human Garage fascia method. Jason shares why he and his team closed their successful Los Angeles clinic after nearly a decade and shifted to one mission: democratizing self-healing so people can learn to heal their own bodies. He also opens up about his own breaking point—doing everything “right” in life and still ending up miserable—and how that moment pushed him to completely redesign his health, career, and purpose.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• Why Jason believes the traditional “fix the patient” model is broken

• How habits become locked in at the subconscious level after 28–40 days

• Why so many young people now have health issues that used to show up at 60-70

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Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction & What Are “Facial/Fascia Maneuvers”

05:00 – Why the “Fix the Patient” Health Model Is Broken

10:00 – Jason’s Personal Breaking Point as a Professional Athlete

15:00 – How Chronic Stress and Emotions Get Stored in the Body

20:00 – Why We’re Seeing Burnout and Chronic Illness at Younger Ages

25:00 – What Truly Healthy People Have in Common

30:00 – From Fighting the Medical System to Collaboration

35:00 – Gratitude, Community, and Living a Life That’s Truly Yours

40:00 – Final Reflections & Closing Thoughts

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Most renters have no idea they’re overpaying by thousands of dollars a year, and it’s not their fault. The system is designed so you never realize how much leverage you actually have.

In this episode, I break down why renters hold the power right now, how to negotiate smarter, and why the current market dynamic is giving tenants the upper hand for the first time in years.

But this conversation goes bigger than rent.

It’s about quality of life, safety, freedom, and why people are leaving cities like New York, LA, and London for places like Miami, Dubai, and Singapore.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why renters are overpaying, and how the market secretly favors tenants right now

• The exact strategy to save $1,000+ on your next lease

• How to negotiate directly with decision-makers (and what to say)

• Why high-earners are leaving NYC and LA despite big salaries

• Why Miami, Dubai, and Singapore are the top global destinations for opportunity and safety

• The three things every human wants: freedom, safety, and economic opportunity

• How shifting cities can radically change your quality of life

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What does it really take to reinvent your life, not once, but twice?

In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Rachel Joy Baribeau, award-winning storyteller, former national sportscaster, and founder of the I’m Changing the Narrative movement, a program that’s reached athletes, prisons, corporations, police departments, and even the NFL.

Rachel opens up about the spiritual journey behind her success, the trauma she’s overcome, the courage it took to walk away from a 17-year sportscasting career, and the moment she realized she was meant for something deeper.

This episode is about healing, reinvention, identity, and the truth that the hardest moments in life often become the very things that shape us.

In this episode you’ll learn:

Why Rachel left a dream sportscasting career at its peak

The moment that forced her to confront her true purpose

What “changing the narrative” really means

The mental health habits that transformed her life

Why men struggle emotionally, and how to fix it

How trauma can become the foundation for your calling

Why gratitude and awe are superpowers

How to find your own purpose, spark, and alignment

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Timestamps:

00:00 – Welcome & Intro

01:40 – Rachel’s Roots: Raised by Strong Women

02:30 – Discovering Communication & Realizing Journalism Wasn’t for Her

03:15 – Auburn Beginnings & Becoming a Diamond Doll

04:00 – Finding Her Calling in Sports Media

05:10 – The Grind: 17 Years of Hustling in Sports

06:40 – Gratitude for the First Career & Transitioning to a Second Act

07:40 – Positivity, Mindset & The Physics of Possibility

08:20 – The Jaguars Story: Turning Distraction Into Purpose

10:50 – The Moment She Knew It Was Time to Leave Sportscasting

11:45 – The LSU Player Encounter That Changed Everything

13:55 – The Birth of “I’m Changing the Narrative”

14:40 – 10 Years of Impact: Colleges, NFL, Customs, LAPD, Prisons & More

15:50 – Purpose, Frequency & Becoming a Vessel

17:00 – Seeing the World With Awe: The “Alien Mindset”

17:30 – The Universal Human Thread

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What will America look like in the next decade? How will AI reshape the workforce? And what role should universities play as campuses across the country struggle with polarization, antisemitism, and the limits of free expression?

In today’s conversation, I sit down with Jeanette Nuñez, President of Florida International University and former Lieutenant Governor of Florida. She shares her journey as the daughter of Cuban immigrants, the values that shaped her, and the lessons she’s learned from decades of public service and leadership.

This episode goes deeper than politics, it’s about resilience, opportunity, freedom, education, and what it means to lead during one of the most divided cultural moments in recent memory.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why resilience is the single most important skill young people need

• How FIU became the #1 university for social mobility

• What Miami’s explosive growth means for students and employers

• How universities must navigate free speech, polarization, and safety

• The real impact of AI on jobs and students

• How immigration shapes leadership, identity, and gratitude

• What FIU teaches about upward mobility and the American Dream

• Why Florida is becoming a global magnet for talent and innovation

• What Gen Z needs most to thrive in a rapidly shifting world

If this conversation gives you a new perspective on leadership, education, or the future of America, share it with a friend.

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Timestamps:

00:00 – Take the Shot: Opening Message on Leadership & Failure

01:06 – Introducing President Jeanette Núñez

02:15 – What Inspires a Life in Public Service?

02:56 – Early Career: FIU to Jackson Memorial to Public Office

04:10 – Saying Yes to the DeSantis Ticket

04:34 – Transitioning from Politics to University Leadership

04:55 – A Cuban-American Childhood in Miami

07:35 – Building Resilience in the Next Generation

10:21 – Social Mobility, Miami’s Melting Pot, and FIU’s Mission

11:00 – How Her Leadership Style Has Evolved Over Time

13:05 – Free Speech vs. Polarization After the Kirk Tragedy

13:48 – Creating the FIU Presidential Speaker Series

16:55 – Bringing More Ideological Diversity to FIU’s Campus

19:30 – Rising Anti-Semitism on Campuses Nationwide

23:12 – Supporting Jewish Students and Responding to Incidents

26:05 – Campus Security Measures & Threat Prevention

27:00 – The Role of University Leadership in Times of Crisis

29:30 – Why Universities Must Model Civil Disagreement

30:10 – Parents, Students & Community Expectations of FIU

31:35 – The Importance of Critical Thinking in Higher Education

32:20 – How FIU Equips Students for a Complex Workforce

33:55 – Leadership Lessons from a Life in Politics

34:40 – What Keeps Her Motivated in Times of National Division

35:20 – The Role of Education in Healing a Fractured Society

36:50 – Encouraging Students to Take Risks & Seek Purpose

37:30 – Faith, Community & Responsibility in Modern Leadership

38:00 – Looking Ahead: The Future of FIU and Florida’s Workforce

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Most people talk about gratitude like it’s a simple list: family, health, success. But real gratitude, the kind that transforms you, is earned through adversity. Through the hard seasons. Through the moments you weren’t sure you’d make it to the other side.

In this episode, I open up about the experiences that shaped my own gratitude: coming to Florida in 2007 with no job and three little kids, building a life from nothing, walking through health crises, and learning what it really means to stay grounded, stay focused, and keep going.

These aren’t clichés. These are lived moments that changed my DNA. And today, I want to share what those moments taught me, and how you can find powerful gratitude inside your own challenges.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why gratitude built through adversity lasts the longest

• How fear changes once you’ve walked through the unknown

• The real story of rebuilding your life in a new place

• What health scares can teach you about purpose and perspective

• Why growing apart from certain people is part of evolving

• How to find your “why” when everything feels uncertain

• The mindset shift that turns struggle into strength

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She’s a mom, a lawyer, and a first-time candidate taking on the entrenched politics of Miami Beach - and she’s not backing down.

Monique Pardo Pope’s decision to run for Miami Beach Commission was sparked by seeing firsthand the challenges facing her neighborhood, schools, and community. With the December 9 runoff approaching, Monique shares with me her vision for a “Safer • Smarter • Stronger Miami Beach” - and the real, practical solutions she believes are long overdue.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why Miami Beach’s public safety problem is bigger than headlines suggest

• The truth about homelessness on the Beach, and the policies that actually work

• What’s happening inside local schools like Nautilus, and why parents are sounding alarms

• How the affordability crisis is pushing out the next generation of residents

• Whether the Live Local Act is a solution or a political talking point

• The real cost of unchecked development—and the opportunity to rebuild smarter

• Why she’s betting her first-ever political run on a Safer • Smarter • Stronger Miami Beach

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Timestamps:

00:00 – Welcome & Introduction

01:00 – The Runoff Election

03:00 – Monique’s Miami Beach Commissioner Run

05:00 – Top Priorities as Commissioner

08:00 – Homelessness & Practical Solutions

12:00 – Affordable Housing Crisis

16:00 – Balancing Development & History

19:30 – Personal Journey & Law Career

24:00 – Guardian ad Litem Work

26:30 – Childhood Trauma & Life Lessons

31:00 – Airborne Foundation & Giving Back

34:00 – Overcoming Opposition & Election Challenges

37:30 – Rapid Fire: Favorites & Habits

39:00 – Key Takeaway for Listeners

40:00 – Closing Remarks

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Is now really the best time to buy real estate, despite high interest rates and market uncertainty?

I’m not here to sell hype. I’m here to help you think clearly about the data, the incentives, and the long-term logic behind wealth-building.

From an upcoming shift in Federal Reserve leadership, to the mathematical reality of what happens when rates drop, to the long-term dynamics of inflation and asset pricing, this is a moment serious investors should be paying attention to.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why elevated interest rates create better buying opportunities

• The simple math behind “buy now, refinance later”

• How real estate hedges inflation better than almost any other asset

• The framework I use to evaluate long-term real estate plays

• Why this window may be one we look back on with gratitude

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What does it really take to leave Wall Street, take massive risks, and help shape the future of innovation?

For Jeff Ransdell, Founding Partner and Managing Director of Fuel Venture Capital and CEO of Maquia Capital, the journey started with $138 billion under management at Merrill Lynch, and a decision to walk away. Since then, he’s invested over $150 million into South Florida startups, helping build Miami into a global tech hub while navigating the most unpredictable era in venture capital.

In this episode of Common Denominator, we unpack Jeff’s transition from Wall Street to venture, his take on the AI revolution, and what it means to invest in founders who can lead through chaos and change.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How Jeff left corporate stability to build one of Miami’s top venture firms

• Why the “AI meta-shift” will redefine work, wealth, and the human condition

• How Fuel Venture Capital turned South Florida into a startup destination

• The founder traits investors look for before writing a check

• Why emotional intelligence matters as much as financial acumen

• What the next five years will look like for startups, investors, and innovation

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Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction: Risk, Mindset & Why Venture Capital Matters

05:00 – How Jeff Assesses Risk & Why VC Isn’t What You Think

10:00 – Coachability, Pivoting & The Founder Traits Fuel VC Looks For

15:00 – Jeff’s Leap From Wall Street to Venture Capital

20:00 – The AI Meta-Shift: What’s Coming in the Next 5 Years

25:00 – Jobs, Humanity & The Future Economic Reality

30:00 – Why Tech Might Push Us Back to Simpler Living

35:00 – Jeff’s Favorite Investments & Lessons From Miami’s Startup Scene

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I love diving into projects that excite me—and sometimes they take me to unexpected places. From raising 4,000 happy chickens on our Ocala family farm and producing 20,000 eggs a week, to building a 2,500 sq. ft. content studio in Miami Beach, I’m sharing the passion projects that make life interesting.

Farming wasn’t something I planned—it started as curiosity and quickly grew into a way to support healthy eating education through Neighborhood Farms USA (NFUSA). Our vision with NFUSA is to establish a national network that connects neighborhood gardens to shared resources: advice, planning, opportunities, and best practices, to educate children and young families about the relationship between nutrient-rich food and living healthier lives. There is a growing need to build a national network of nutritional awareness through community engagement at the neighborhood level. That’s our goal with Neighborhood Farms USA.

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What does it really take to challenge the status quo, fight for truth, and defend your values in a system built to silence dissent?

For Aaron Siri, attorney and advocate, it began in courtrooms and regulatory filings, standing up for parental rights, informed consent, and transparent systems, even when the odds were stacked against him. Today, he navigates litigation, policy, and public trust in one of the most contentious debates of our time: vaccines.

In this episode of Common Denominator, we unpack Aaron’s journey from legal underdog to vocal defender of transparency, how he analyzes systems most ignore, and why courage isn’t loud, it’s consistent.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What it looks like when regulatory systems prioritize power over process

• Why informed consent and transparency matter more today than ever

• The mindset shifts required to challenge conventional wisdom and speak truth to power

• How to stay true to your values when pressure to conform is constant

• What freedom of speech really means when you’re up against the establishment

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Book: "Vaccines, Amen: The Religion of Vaccines"

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction and Background

3:00 - The Book 'Vaccines, Amen'

09:00 - Vaccine Safety and Legal Framework

15:00 - Clinical Trials and FDA Approval

21:00 - mRNA Technology and Vaccine Development

27:00 - Public Perception and Lobbying

33:00 - Informed Consent and Personal Choice

39:00 - Courage and Integrity in Advocacy

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Is Artificial Intelligence the next great revolution, or the next big bubble?

In this episode, I break down the striking parallels between today’s AI boom and the dot-com bubble of the late 90s, when trillions were invested in internet startups that never turned a profit. Just like back then, we’re seeing money pour into companies with big ideas, lofty promises, and no clear business models.

I’m not anti-AI, I believe it will reshape our world. But we have to separate hype from history and understand what truly drives lasting innovation and value.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How the current AI craze mirrors the dot-com era—and what’s different this time

• Why most AI startups won’t survive the next few years

• What makes a company or investor resilient when the hype fades

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When life knocks you down, do you get up and fight — or give in?

Florida’s Lieutenant Governor, Jay Collins is a former Green Beret, amputee, and decorated veteran whose life story defines grit, service, and purpose.

From growing up on a small family farm to surviving life-altering injuries in Afghanistan, Jay shares how faith, family, and resilience shaped his journey from soldier to statesman, serving as second-in-command of one of America’s most influential states. He opens up about losing his leg, rebuilding his life, and proving that anything valuable in life isn’t given — it’s earned.

Could a future run for Governor be on the horizon?

What you'll learn in this episode of Common Denominator:

• The mindset that carried Jay through combat and loss

• Lessons in resilience, leadership, and faith

• The meaning of service and sacrifice

• How to raise the next generation with purpose and accountability

• The importance of community, family, and freedom

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Timestamps:

00:00 – Welcome & initial thoughts

01:03 – Jay Collins’ path to Lieutenant Governor

02:13 – Growing up on a family farm & early life lessons

04:25 – Military service: Korea, Colorado, California & RAF Molesworth

06:30 – Surviving combat & amputations, returning to active duty

08:53 – Requalifying as a Green Beret: lessons in perseverance

13:49 – Leadership priorities: faith, family, freedom

15:42 – Veterans & government accountability

21:35 – The role of family & community support

22:15 – Transitioning to Florida & nonprofit work

29:22 – Leading during crisis: Israeli evacuations

30:50 – Economy, insurance & property tax priorities

34:49 – Education: tailored solutions & critical thinking

36:36 – Gratitude, resilience & lessons for all

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What if the only thing standing between you and your biggest goals… is your mindset?

In this solo episode, let's dive deep into the power of perspective — and how one small mental shift can change the entire trajectory of your life.

The 3 P's that change everything: Positivity → Probability → Possibility — a simple but transformative framework for creating real momentum toward your dreams. It helps reframe negativity, redirect your energy from fear into action, and build a mindset that makes the improbable feel inevitable.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why your mindset is the true first step toward any goal

• How one negative frame can spiral into stagnation

• How positivity opens the door to real opportunities

• Why probability compounds over time

• A simple daily mindset shift that creates momentum

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What does it really take to become unshakable - mentally, emotionally, and in business?

For Gary Vaynerchuk, serial entrepreneur and CEO of VaynerX, it started with fear. Growing up an immigrant in a small New Jersey home, he battled the constant anxiety of losing his parents. That fear became fuel. Today, Gary is one of the most influential voices in entrepreneurship, and a leading advocate for emotional strength, self-awareness, and detachment from external validation.

Gary and I unpack how early trauma shaped his resilience, how he stays grounded while operating billion-dollar ventures, and why chasing admiration is the surest way to lose yourself.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction & Childhood Fear

01:19 – Taking Responsibility in Life

01:44 – Gary Vee’s Daily Life Post-COVID

05:16 – Fatherhood & Work-Life Balance

08:51 – Roots, Immigrant Backgrounds & Drive

12:06 – Emotional Intelligence & Detachment from Material Validation

14:18 – Thriving in Adversity & Emotional Strength

16:20 – Childhood Fear as a Superpower

19:54 – Trauma, Adversity & Growth

23:32 – Taking the Wheel of Your Life

27:59 – Spirituality & Oneness

32:30 – Gratitude & Practical Life Lessons

35:26 – Growth, Loneliness & Imposter Syndrome

36:53 – Empathy, Perspective & Closing Thoughts

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What if the biggest opportunity in AI isn’t in the tech itself… but in the real estate behind it?

As the AI boom accelerates, one thing is becoming crystal clear: every chatbot, every model, every breakthrough needs one thing to exist, power and space. That’s why I’m all in on developing data centers in Florida.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why data centers are the backbone of the AI revolution

• What major companies like Google and OpenAI are paying to lease space

• How proximity to power plants creates a massive competitive advantage

• The difference between hype investing and infrastructure investing

• How developers can win when the AI bubble pops

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What does it take to raise strong, confident men?

Joel Gandara has spent years building The Brotherhood — a movement where men learn to lead themselves, their families, and their communities with strength, discipline, and integrity.

But Joel’s journey started far from any boardroom or retreat. At just five years old, he was on a crowded boat fleeing Cuba during the 1980 Mariel boatlift — a terrifying, life-defining experience that shaped the man he would become. From those early moments of survival to growing up in poverty in California, Joel’s story is a masterclass in resilience.

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In this episode, Joel reveals:

• How The Brotherhood is changing the way men support each other

• The habits, mindset, and discipline that build strong leaders

• Lessons in vulnerability, accountability, and family from his personal journey

• Practical tips for raising independent, confident sons

• Why true leadership starts with yourself before anyone else

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As someone who’s believed in Florida for over 20 years, I get asked all the time: “Why here?”

The truth is, it’s not just the sunshine. It’s the migration, the opportunity, and the lifestyle that makes Florida unlike anywhere else.

I break down exactly why I’ve bet on Florida for two decades, and how to spot the next Florida before everyone else does. From booming population growth to tax advantages and quality of life, this is why so many people, and their money, are moving here.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why net migration to Florida is over 1,000 people a day

• How tax advantages create massive wealth opportunities

• Why capital from New York, California, and South America keeps flowing here

• How pro-business policies fuel economic growth and job creation

• Why Florida’s school voucher program is a game changer for families

• How I built my real estate career from a single desperate investment

• How to identify the signals of “the next Florida,” before the crowd does

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What does it take to protect a city, lead thousands, and stay grounded in purpose?

For Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz, the first elected sheriff in Miami-Dade County in over 60 years, it started with a childhood calling and a single mom who worked three jobs to keep the dream alive. From patrolling high-crime streets in the 90s to leading 4,800 officers through today’s complex emergencies, Sheriff Rosie shares how faith, family, and fierce dedication guide her every decision.

In this episode of Common Denominator, we dive into Rosie’s remarkable rise to becoming one of the most powerful public safety officials in Florida.

What you'll learn:

👮‍♀️ Why Rosie always knew she’d serve, and how service shaped her from day one

🏙 How growing up in a tough neighborhood taught her empathy, not fear

🧠 Her take on the country’s mental health crisis and the erosion of public dialogue

🙏 The role of faith in decision-making when the stakes are life or death

🚔 What it means to “run toward” danger and hold power with honor

🗳 Why she ran for sheriff, and what kept her up at night about who might take the role

🌪 Lessons from Surfside, hurricanes, and prepping for G20, FIFA, and global events

👩‍👧 Advice for young women in male-dominated careers, and the power of ignoring the noise

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Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction: A Journey from the Dominican Republic to Law Enforcement

02:58 The Calling to Serve: Law Enforcement and Community Impact

05:55 Navigating Fear and Decision-Making in Law Enforcement

09:04 The Weight of Responsibility: Stories from a Homicide Detective

12:01 Mental Health and Societal Polarization: A Law Enforcement Perspective

15:02 Leadership in Crisis: The Role of Sheriff in FEMA

18:02 Preparing for Major Events: The Challenge of Public Safety

21:04 Gratitude and Family: The Foundation of Success

24:06 Empowering Women: A Message from Sheriff Rosie

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As a father of eleven and an entrepreneur leading multiple ventures, I get asked all the time: “How do you balance it all?” The truth? It’s not perfect, but it’s deeply rewarding.

In this episode, I share the mindset shifts, daily habits, and core values that help me show up fully for both my family and my business.

Here's what you'll learn:

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Why parenting and leadership mirror each other

🧘‍♂️ How presence, not control, is the key to growth

💬 The exact way I empower my kids and my team to take ownership

🧠 Why empathy is my greatest tool in business and life

📉 Why micromanagement never works long term

📅 How I use daily prioritization to stay focused on what really matters

⚡ Why I actually thrive in chaos—and how you can too

🔁 How I build trust with consistency, not perfection

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What does it really take to lead through uncertainty, and turn life’s disruptions into momentum?

For Dr. Patrick Leddin, author, professor at Vanderbilt, former U.S. Army Ranger, and co‑author (with James Patterson) of Disrupt Everything, it started with a simple question: “Are you living a good life?” From elite military jumps to boardrooms and classrooms, Patrick maps how purpose, relationships, and the right roles help leaders navigate chaos and create impact. We unpacks the research behind “positive disruptors,” the five roles leaders can choose in any moment, and the practical moves that keep teams calm, clear, and effective when stakes are high.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

🔥 How to find your “fire inside” (purpose) and choose the right role for the moment

🧭 The five roles of positive disruptors, and when to switch between them

🤝 Why relationships create headwinds or tailwinds (and how to reshape them)

🧪 27 “positive disruptor moves,” including the power of “check your receipts”

🛑 A 3‑step calm formula from FranklinCovey: Pause → Clarify → Decide

🧩 How to build teams where diverse behaviors add up to resilience

🎯 Back‑of‑the‑envelope clarity: asking for more, setting odds, and executing

🪂 Military lessons for business: prepare, then adapt, improvise, and overcome

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Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction to Leadership and Purpose

03:03 The Journey of Writing 'Disrupt Everything'

05:57 Key Takeaways from 'Disrupt Everything'

08:46 Navigating Uncertainty in Leadership

12:02 Practical Tools for Clarity and Decision Making

14:54 Lessons from Military Experience

18:00 The Importance of Relationships in Leadership

20:56 Balancing Personal and Professional Life

23:57 Gratitude and Reflection on Life's Journey

26:48 Conclusion and Call to Action

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Real estate can be one of the best wealth-building tools—but it will also humble you fast.

I break down the biggest real estate mistakes I’ve made (and seen others make) so you can avoid them. From falling in love with a deal to ignoring the market cycle, these lessons cost me time, money, and stress—but they’ll save you from making the same errors.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• Why emotions can kill a deal (and why numbers never lie)

• The importance of budgeting for hidden costs, theft & CapEx

• How to navigate market cycles and rising interest rates

• Why real estate is a team sport (and how to build the right one)

• The difference between chasing short-term wins vs. long-term wealth

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What separates the best from the rest? How do elite athletes, top entrepreneurs, and high performers think differently about work, failure, and health?

Dr. Andy Galpin, PhD in Muscle Physiology, uncovers the science of human performance and longevity. From his humble beginnings in rural America to coaching world-class athletes and exploring the future of AI in health, Andy shares his insights on resilience, focus, and optimizing the body and mind.

On this episode of Common Denominator, we explore:

-The “performance anchors” that determine your results at any age

-How elite performers balance skill, toughness, and focus

-The truth about chronic disease, lifestyle, and sleep in modern society

-What AI is really doing for health and where the future is headed

-Lessons from failure, competition, and the value of hard work

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Introduction: The Journey to Elite Performance

08:45 Understanding Resilience and Sacrifice

16:13 Health Focus for the 40-Something Male

19:49 The State of Health in Society

25:49 The Role of AI in Health

32:36 Gratitude and Reflection on Success

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Ever feel like you’re just paying rent…to the government? That’s exactly how property taxes can feel, but they don’t have to work against you.

In today’s episode, I break down everything you need to know about property taxes, why they matter, and how real estate can actually help you keep more of your money.

I dive into the frustrations of skyrocketing property taxes, inefficiencies in government spending, and why accountability matters. I reveal how strategic real estate moves—like depreciation, bonus accelerated depreciation, and 1031 exchanges—can protect your income, grow your wealth, and turn those “tax payments” into a tool for long-term financial freedom.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why property taxes feel like renting from the government

• How your taxes fund communities—and where the system falls short

• Smart ways Florida could use tourism to ease the burden on residents

• Real estate tax strategies that keep more money in your pocket

• How to grow wealth over time while legally minimizing taxes

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What does it really take to turn grief into purpose, and build a life anchored in giving, creativity, and real human connection

For Sarah Akiba, celebrity stylist and founder of the nonprofit “Angel Watching Over Me,” it started with loss. After her father passed away, she built community through support groups, opened safe spaces for girls in public schools, and launched multiple ventures—all rooted in service and soul

In this episode of Common Denominator, we unpack how grief became Sarah’s superpower, how she balances creativity with entrepreneurship, and why alignment, not aesthetics, is what truly connects people.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

💔 How personal tragedy sparked a movement of healing and service

👗 What working closely with Latin music’s biggest stars revealed about fame, trust, and humanity

💡 How to build businesses from a giving, not taking, perspective

☕ Why she’s opening a coffee shop to bring people back to real life connection

🧘‍♀️ The power of intention, journaling, and walking away from performative hustle

🎯 Why success starts with self-alignment, not comparison

📱 Her rule for using social media without letting it use you

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Timestamps:

00:00 Intro: The Power of Giving Back

02:02 Journey into Celebrity Styling

06:02 The Human Side of Artists

11:04 Navigating Trust and Connection

15:03 The Birth of a Nonprofit

20:02 Finding Purpose in Business

24:45 Gratitude and Well-Being

28:42 Consistency and Heart in Entrepreneurship

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How to Build Wealth Through Real Estate | Financial Freedom & Generational Wealth

Most people chase quick money—but true financial freedom comes from owning assets. I explain why real estate is the #1 path to building long-term wealth and how you can get started today, even without millions in the bank.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• Why 70% of worldwide wealth is in real estate

• How property ownership protects you from inflation

• Tax advantages like refinancing, depreciation, and trusts

• Simple ways to start investing (duplexes, FHA loans, house hacking)

• How to think long-term and avoid getting stuck on the sidelines

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What does it really take to build a business from nothing and design a life you love?

For Emily Frisella, founder of The Paper & Plan Co., it started on a farm. She bought her first house at 19, launched a brick-and-mortar business at 20, and turned early failure into fuel for long-term success. Today, she leads multiple brands with relentless execution, discipline, and heart.

In this episode of Common Denominator, we unpack how resilience, reverse-engineered goals, and paper planning helped Emily go from a $42 bank balance to a thriving entrepreneurial life she loves.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

🌾 How growing up on a farm built discipline, resourcefulness, and work ethic

📉 The cash flow crisis that nearly broke her, and the hustle that changed everything

🧠 Why successful entrepreneurs still use pen and paper to set and stick to big goals

📈 How to diversify your business without losing focus

👩‍💼 Why women excel in executive roles that require detail and emotional intelligence

🤝 How to build relationship capital that isn’t transactional

🧒 The tools she’s created to help kids learn financial literacy, without screen time

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Timestamps:

00:00 The Journey Begins: Early Lessons in Entrepreneurship

02:57 Building a Business: The First Steps

05:56 Facing Challenges: The Reality of Entrepreneurship

08:55 The Importance of Adaptability and Resourcefulness

11:56 Diversification: Balancing Multiple Ventures

14:57 Scaling and Forecasting: Strategic Business Growth

17:39 The Power of Goal Setting and Visualization

20:42 Building Genuine Relationships in Business

24:07 Empowering Women in Business

26:51 Giving Back: The Importance of Community Engagement

29:50 Reflections on Success and Gratitude

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What happens after you sell your company for $500 million?

For Yosef Martin, founder of BoxyCharm, the exit was just the beginning. After scaling one of the fastest-growing beauty subscription brands in the world, he found himself facing a different challenge—reinventing his identity, finding purpose, and building a life beyond business.

I sat down with Yosef to unpack the mindset, momentum, and discipline behind his $500M journey—and what it really takes to grow something big, walk away, and start again with even more clarity.

In this episode of Common Denominator, I unpack:

• How BoxyCharm scaled to 1M+ subscribers and beat legacy giants

• The mindset shifts Yosef made going from founder to post-exit

• The tactical playbook behind his $500M growth strategy

• Why he’s now betting on peptides, biohacking, and human optimization

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction

02:00 The Journey Begins: From Israel to Entrepreneurship

03:01 Building BoxyCharm: The Subscription Box Revolution

06:04 Navigating Challenges: The Rollercoaster of Business Growth

09:09 The Exit: Selling BoxyCharm and Life After

11:59 The Next Chapter: Biohacking and New Ventures

14:59 Investing in Startups: What to Look For

17:48 Gratitude and Reflection: Lessons Learned

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What does it take to rebuild your life when you’ve lost everything?

At just 21, Shawn Balva went from top football prospect to facing 40 years in prison. But prison didn’t break him, it built him. In solitary confinement, he found faith. In structure, he found purpose. And through it all, he transformed from inmate to mentor.

I sat down with Shawn to unpack how pain, discipline, and spiritual conviction reshaped his identity, and how he’s now helping others find redemption in their own story.

In this episode of Common Denominator, I unpack:

🙏 The first prayer that sparked Shawn’s spiritual awakening

💥 What prison taught him about leadership, identity, and mindset

🧠 Why true change starts with structure and self-respect

📚 How he turned isolation into authorship and impact

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Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction: From Promising Athlete to Incarceration

03:06 The Downward Spiral: Addiction and Crime

05:49 The Arrest: A Turning Point

08:55 Life in Prison: A Journey of Transformation

11:43 Finding Faith and Purpose Behind Bars

14:53 Lessons from Solitary Confinement

17:47 Life After Prison: Rebuilding and Giving Back

20:52 The Power of Mentorship and Community

23:45 Writing 'Conviction': Sharing My Story

27:02 Gratitude for the Journey

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What if your stress, posture, and productivity all came down to how you sit, breathe, and move, moment to moment?

Turns out, peak performance isn’t built in the gym. It’s built in your living room, your office chair, your breath.

I sat down with Aaron Alexander, creator of The Align Method and movement coach to elite performers like Aaron Rodgers, Usher, and Lance Armstrong. Aaron shares how posture, breathwork, and environment design are the overlooked keys to reducing stress, improving focus, and leading with clarity — without burnout.

In this episode of Common Denominator, I unpack:

• • How Aaron can use posture and body language to shift hormones, confidence, and clarity
• • The breathwork routine Aaron teaches high performers to calm anxiety fast
• • Simple mobility habits that can fit into your day without hitting the gym
• • Environment tweaks that make any home or office a performance tool Like this episode? Leave a review here: https://ratethispodcast.com/commondenominator

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Think you’ve mastered success in business, creativity, or life? You might be overlooking the one trait that changes everything.

Russ Ruffino, a business coach, high-ticket strategist, and transformational leader who’s helped over 5,000 coaches and experts generate more than $100 million, reveals why empathy is the ultimate entrepreneurial edge.

On this episode of Common Denominator, I explore how empathy transforms marketing, drives better client results, reframes challenges into opportunities, and fuels lasting growth through gratitude and abundance.

➡️Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

02:35 The Impact of AI on Film and Acting

05:36 Lessons from Bartending: Understanding Human Behavior

08:24 Empathy in Marketing: Connecting with Your Audience

12:03 The Importance of Life Experience in Coaching

15:21 The Moral Obligation of Coaches

18:48 Strategies for Attracting Clients to Live Events

21:05 Capturing Attention in a Crowded Market

25:58 Gratitude and Success in Business

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With CPG brand saturation booming—especially in snacks, wellness, and plant-based products—building a standout brand has never been tougher. So how do you cut through the noise and build a business that truly thrives?

Erica Groussman, founder and CEO of TRUBAR—the plant-based protein bar brand redefining the snack aisle with clean ingredients and a mission-driven approach—opens up about the real journey behind building a CPG brand from scratch. From decoding food labels to landing shelf space at Whole Foods, she shares the unglamorous, unfiltered side of entrepreneurship.

Erica reveals how grit, gratitude, and grassroots hustle helped TRUBAR break through a saturated market—and why staying composed in the face of rejection has become one of her greatest strengths as a founder.

TAKEAWAYS:

• Building a brand around clean, transparent ingredients can be a powerful differentiator in the crowded CPG space.

• Educating consumers—especially around label literacy—can strengthen brand trust and loyalty.

• Every founder faces skepticism and rejection; resilience and persistence are essential to getting past the “no’s.”

• High-performing entrepreneurs share a relentless, resourceful mindset and a bias toward action.

• Strategic relationship-building and strong industry networks are critical drivers of long-term business growth.

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Intro

02:47 Understanding Clean Ingredients and Their Importance

06:52 The Journey of a Founder: From Idea to Reality

10:41 Marketing Strategies: Getting TRUBAR into Consumers' Hands

14:47 Scaling Up: Achievements and Future Aspirations

18:40 The Founder’s Superpower and Gratitude in Business

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“College-football playbooks weren’t half as tough as the leadership drills Marc Nudelberg just put me through.”

Former Division-I coach-turned-performance strategist Marc Nudelberg sat across from me and proved that the grit it takes to build championship teams on Saturday is the exact same grit businesses need at 7 a.m. Monday. From becoming the NCAA’s youngest coordinator at 26, to re-engineering sales cultures with his firm On The Ball, Marc has turned the locker-room 1% rule, get a little better every day, into a bottom-line growth engine that works long after the stadium lights go out.

Marc explains why discipline beats talent once you hit the pros, how to reverse-engineer giant goals into today’s non-negotiable behaviors, and the boundary system he uses to protect his three priorities: self-care, family, and the business.

💡 In this episode, we dive into:

✅ The real 1% rule: translating Tuesday’s invisible reps into Saturday’s visible wins

✅ Preparation • Personalization • Persistence: Marc’s 3-P framework for recession-proof business development

✅ Warren Buffett’s 5/25 filter, and why your to-do list probably needs a shredder

✅ Failure as fuel: what getting fired taught Marc about owning outcomes he didn’t cause

✅ Time blocking like a coach: turning 20 NCAA hours into a masterclass on modern time management

Marc also shares the mindset hack that detaches action from emotion (“Feel tired, run anyway”), reveals how to turn no-pay grunt work into career-defining opportunities, and reminds every leader that caring enough to tell the hard truth is still the ultimate competitive advantage.

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Timestamps:

00:00 Control What You Can Control

02:42 The 1% Philosophy in Leadership

05:49 Goal Setting and Daily Behaviors

08:46 Time Management and Prioritization

11:57 Discipline and Consistency in Performance

14:45 Learning from Failure

20:54 The Importance of Emotional Awareness

23:52 Creating Value Through Hard Work

28:04 On the Ball: Coaching for Improvement

29:52 The Common Denominator of Great Leaders

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What does relentless leadership really look like?This week, I sat down with leadership expert Adrian Koehler to unpack the mindset to lean on when business gets brutal – and it’s not just grit. It’s the ability to keep going when the numbers don’t add up, the pressure’s insane, and every exit looks tempting.

We break down what it means to lead with both toughness and heart, why failure shouldn’t scare you, and how spirituality helps make high-stakes decisions without losing people in the process.

💡In this conversation we cover:✅ Why relentlessness isn’t about force – it’s about refusing to give up on your mission or your people
✅ How to take the hit, own the mistake, and still build loyalty
✅ Why idealism will burn you out (and what to believe in instead)
✅ The mindset for staying calm under chaos: “The tightrope is only two feet off the ground”

We also get into why courage is less about taking the hill and more about telling the truth, even when it’s hard – and why showing grace (to yourself and your team) might just be the most powerful leadership skill there is.

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TOPICS:

• 0:00 - Introduction
• 1:20 – Relentless Leadership
• 4:30 – Leaders MUST ask themselves this
• 8:00 – Leadership spirituality
• 12:00- Truth and integrity
• 16:30 – Being strong in tough times
• 21:00 – Adrian’s “why”
• 24:00 – His work reforming prisoners
• 29:00 – Acknowledging our ignorance

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Can nice guys really finish first in business?

My producer, and good friend, Dave Aizer slid into the host seat this week and grilled me about the one edge that never goes out of style: running a company with rock-solid ethics.I walk through how we grew YMP Real Estate from a single duplex to $1.5 billion in assets while raising 11 kids, why I’ve turned down seven-figure paydays that didn’t feel right, and how over-communicating lets me sleep soundly even on the craziest days.

💡In this conversation we cover:

✅ My North-Star rule: tie every deal to a bigger purpose so market chaos can’t rattle you

✅ The Triple Filter: honesty, competency, and time all must be green before I say “go”

✅ Contrarian real-estate moves: buy when rates scare everyone else, hold for 10 years, refinance tax-free

✅ Owning mistakes: why a fast apology (and writing the check) beats any lawyer letter

✅ Family-first scaling: turning reputation into compound interest for my kids, grandkids, and teamI also share the lessons my teenagers teach me, the fitness battle I’m still fighting, and why most of the real work is learning to stay humble.

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TOPICS:

• 0:00 – Introduction
• 2:00 – What business ethics means to Moshe
• 6:30 – A valuable lesson Moshe learned about ethics
• 8:30 – It pays to be patient
• 11:00 – Ethical business leaders Moshe admires
• 14:00 – Dealing with unethical people
• 17:00 – Find your North Star
• 21:00 – Vetting potential employees for integrity
• 24:00 – Telling children about business ethics
• 28:30 – Contracts between family members?
• 30:00 – Moshe’s thoughts on his legacy

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Are our children truly safe?

In this episode, I sit down with Amanda Altman, CEO of Kristi House in Miami-Dade County, to talk about the alarming rise in child abuse and human trafficking—and what we can do to stop it.

Amanda pulls back the curtain on the harsh realities of child sexual abuse, human trafficking, and the $150 billion industry targeting vulnerable children. She shares staggering statistics—like how 1 in 4 girls and 1 in 6 boys will be sexually assaulted before they turn 18—and explains why prevention education, community involvement, and parental awareness are more critical than ever, especially with the rise of online exploitation.

Kristi House provides comprehensive, long-term support for survivors through trauma therapy, advocacy, and healing-centered care, while confronting the shortcomings of the current legal and law enforcement systems.

Learn more about Kristi House: https://kristihouse.org/

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TAKEAWAYS:

-Florida ranks third in the U.S. for human trafficking incidents.

-Prevention education is critical to combat child abuse and trafficking.

-Recidivism among trafficking victims is a significant challenge.

-Parents must actively engage in conversations about safety with their children.

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Understanding the Scope of Child Abuse and Trafficking

02:46 Kristi House: A Beacon of Hope

05:55 The Human Trafficking Crisis

08:45 Challenges in Law Enforcement and Legal Framework

11:46 The Role of Education and Prevention

14:47 The Impact of Technology on Child Safety

17:47 Community Involvement and Support

20:46 Personal Stories of Hope and Recovery

23:43 The Future of Child Protection and Advocacy

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We first saw Sharone Hakman on season one of MasterChef. Since then, he’s become a culinary innovator, entrepreneur, and charismatic TV personality renowned for his unique ability to blend bold flavors with clean, high-quality ingredients.

He’s here to talk about why you truly “are what you eat," how to make healthy food delicious, and why prison food is actually better for you than school food. This episode was produced in partnership with Neighborhood Farms USA, a national nonprofit whose mission is to promote health, wellness, and nutritional education through the development of community gardens and healthy food programs, and shared best practices.

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Topics:

• 0:00 – Introduction
• 1:30 – Why Sharone pivoted from finance to food
• 4:00 – How we can appreciate food more
• 7:00 – U.S. obesity epidemic
• 11:00 – Breaking the consumption cycle
• 15:00 – Building a food-related business
• 19:00 – Sharone on MasterChef
• 23:00 – The value of supplements
• 26:00 – Sharone’s go-to healthy family meal
• 30:00 – Rapid-fire questions
• 32:00 – Common Denominator of healthy people

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Moshe chats with Andy Bustamante about being a covert CIA agent, a decorated wartime military veteran, and his love of country. Plus, how his company “Everyday Spy” provides you with spy tips, tactics, and insights to give you an unfair advantage in everyday life.
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Topics:

• 0:00 – Introduction
• 1:30 – Why Andy joined the military
• 4:00 – Nuclear warheads
• 7:00 – CIA recruitment
• 12:00 – CIA interpersonal relationships
• 15:00 – CIA black budget
• 16:30 – Does alien life exist?
• 24:00 – Everyday Spy’s mission
• 27:00 – We all have hidden superpowers
• 32:30 – Common Denominator of business leaders
• 38:00 – Why Andy wants to "disappear"

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Tech industry expert Chris Schwenk breaks down the hottest jobs in the tech sector. Plus, he discusses the impact data collection has on all of us and how AI will shape the world over the next ten years.

If you enjoy this episode, please consider leaving a rating and a review. It makes a huge difference in spreading the word about the show and helps us get more great guests. Thanks for listening!

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Topics:

• 0:00 – Introduction
• 2:00 – Tech job market
• 5:00 – Why Chris started his tech podcast
• 7:30 – The importance of building your brand
• 8:50 – Tech jobs trending now
• 12:00 – Cybersecurity
• 16:00 – How the recruitment business works
• 20:00 – Job interview hacks
• 24:00 – AI’s impact on tech

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Military veteran and master fitness trainer Korin Sutton on why he went vegan and how it’s changed his life.

Plus, how to improve your gut health, why “functional training” is the best way to exercise, and how to consistently get a good night’s sleep.

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Topics:

• 0:00 – Introduction
• 2:00 – Korin’s military service
• 3:15 – The personal reason he went vegan
• 7:00 – Benefits of a vegan diet
• 9:00 – Your gut is your second brain
• 10:00 – How vegans get enough protein
• 14:00 – Food intake vs quality of life
• 17:00 – Easing into veganism
• 20:00 – Functional training exercise tips
• 24:00 – Sleep hacks
• 29:00 – What Korin’s grateful for

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Keith Hanenian is an entrepreneur, attorney, mentor,and founder of The Pro2Pro Entrepreneur Collective where he helps entrepreneurs master business, body, and mind, so they can build success without sacrificing themselves. He’s got expert insight to help you create lasting impact and build a life you love.

If you enjoy this episode, please consider leaving a rating and a review. It makes a huge difference in spreading the word about the show and helps us get more great guests. Thanks for listening!

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Topics:
* 0:00 – Introduction * 2:00 – Practical ways to overcome fear * 5:00 – Take time to master your craft * 9:00 – How fear and failure drive you * 14:00 – Physical health and entrepreneurship * 18:00 – How to delegate in business * 21:00 – Keith’s “Entrepreneurial Collective” * 28:00 – Gratitude for health is everything

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Eddie Wilson is a real estate investor, a CEO, a national speaker, and has a passion for business growth. He has built or run more than 125 different businesses and successfully exited over 90 of them, generating over $1 billion in business, and earning him the nickname the King of Exits.

Currently, his humanitarian work is known around the world, and he is the executive director of the nonprofit organization Impact Others.

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Topics:
* 0:00 – Introduction * 2:00 – Intersection of time, wealth, and purpose * 5:00 – Time vs Wealth formula * 6:30 – Practical ways to save time in business * 8:30 – How to find purpose * 11:00 – Creating the right corporate culture * 14:00 – Eddie’s “Aspire Tour” value proposition * 17:00 – The unplanned challenges of exiting * 20:00 – Eddie’s analysis when buying and selling companies * 23:00 – How Eddie looks at private equity * 28:00 – Why Eddie loves real estate * 32:00 – Ego is the enemy * 34:30 – Gratitude is everything

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Chris Rigby is an expert in physical fitness, and the creator and owner of Rig Training programs. He’s dedicated his life to strength and conditioning, and inspiring others to achieve more than they ever thought possible. He’ll talk about the discipline and consistency it takes to achieve results, and the one fitness lie you need to stop believing now.

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Topics:
* 0:00 – Intro * 2:00 – Why Chris loves fitness * 5:00 – Fitness is a long game * 9:00 – Jiujitsu has so many benefits * 13:00 – Life lessons from Jiujitsu * 17:00 – Is a sports science degree worth it? * 21:00 – Social media is bad for fitness * 25:00 – Consistency and discipline trumps all * 28:30 – How to work with Chris

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Michael Beasley was the second overall pick by the Miami Heat in the 2008 NBA draft and played in the league for 11 years. He shares the highs and lows of life in the NBA, his thoughts on Lebron vs Jordan, and why so many professional basketball players go broke.

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Topics:
* 0:00 – Intro * 2:00 – His draft experience wasn’t great * 4:30 – Why Michael chose basketball * 7:30 – His first NBA basket * 8:30 – MJ vs Lebron debate * 12:30 – Michael’s favorite career memory * 14:30 – Protecting NBA players’ finances * 20:30 – NBA players’ training regimen * 23:00 – Is Luka Doncic in shape? * 25:00 – Are NBA players mentally healthy?

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Ravi Abuvala is the founder of “Scaling with Systems” where he’s helped thousands of entrepreneurs and business owners achieve massive scale through simple systems, creating a business that serves them instead of the other way around. He’s got expert insight on marketing, content creation, and sales, so you can work less and win more!

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Topics:
* 0:00 – Intro * 2:00 – His passion for scaling * 4:00 – What founders get wrong * 6:30 – Problem solving in business * 8:45 – What founders get right * 12:00 – Getting crystal clear on your offerings * 16:00 – Get smart with your time * 20:00 – Make a decision and jump * 26:00 – You need an online presence * 30:00 – Why work with Ravi

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David JP Phillips is an international speaker, author, and coach in Modern Presentation Skills. His TEDx Talks have over 14 million views, including his signature talk “How to Avoid Death By PowerPoint.” He’s got expert advice on storytelling, body language, overcoming anxiety, and captivating an audience of one, or 1,000.

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* 0:00 – Intro * 2:00 – Why Swedes are happy people * 4:00 – How to hack depression * 6:30 – Focused meditation * 10:30 – Why public speaking is a huge fear * 16:00 – Overcoming death by PowerPoint * 18:00 – Why storytelling is so important * 21:00 – How David’s book can help you * 24:00 – Common trait of all great speakers

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You may know Melissa Bernstein as thee “Melissa” from the world famous “Melissa and Doug,” billion-dollar toy company, which has created over 10,000 toys for kids around the world since she confounded the company in 1988. In fact, your kids may have some of their products!

In this episode, Melissa tells Moshe how she and Doug turned their business into an empire, and why you should never wait until your product is "perfect" before releasing it. Plus, she shares why they're so passionate about their new venture, Lifelines.

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* 0:00 – Intro * 2:45 – Origin of “Melissa and Doug Toys” * 5:45 – The “no outside funding” mentality * 7:00 – Working with your spouse * 10:30 – Their first big success * 13:00 – Learning from failure * 17:00 – Exiting their company * 22:00 – Melissa’s entrepreneurship book * 28:00 – Why they created Lifelines * 32:00 – Be intentional every day

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Dr. Brooke Weinstein is a Doctor of Occupational Therapy, and a world-renowned expert on sensory and emotional regulation. She's been featured on NBC, Forbes, and has a top ten podcast in the U.S. Think of her as a personal trainer for your brain!

Her goal is to help anyone who is exhausted, depleted, and suffers from chronic anxiety find a balance to release shame and guilt, and enjoy their life through brain-based neuroscience.

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* 0:00 – Intro * 2:00 – Nervous system regulation * 4:00 – How the nervous system works * 7:00 -Everybody’s brain functions differently * 11:00 – Dr Brooke’s specialty * 13:00 – Be gentle with yourself * 17:00 – Practical tips to release trauma * 20:00 – Crying is a life hack * 22:30 – Advice for parents * 27:00 – You must be selfish

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Scott Clary is the host of the "Success Story" podcast, where he has candid conversations with the most prolific business & thought leaders in the world. In this episode, he tells Moshe why - when it comes to building and scaling your business - the more BORING it is, the better!

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* 0:00 – Intro * 2:00 – How Scott “futureproofed” himself * 5:00 – Self-confidence is everything * 8:00 – Longevity is the secret sauce * 11:00 – An “unsexy” business is the key * 17:00 – Fear is a great motivator * 23:00 – Stay grounded after success * 26:00 – Don’t focus on milestones * 30:00 – Work-life balance is critical * 34:00 – Hustle Culture is the enemy

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Matt MacFarland and Amanda Han are founders and directors at Keystone CPA. As tax strategists and real estate investors, they combine their passion of investing with their expert knowledge of tax strategies. They've got expert tips to save you big money on your taxes while leveraging your real estate investments.

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0:00 – Intro * 2:00 – Why people hate taxes * 5:00 – Find a specialized* accountant * 7:30 – Depreciation is a goldmine * 10:00 – Benefits of working with your spouse * 14:00 – How Amanda and Matt started their business * 19:00 – “Real estate professionals” get deductions * 23:00 – The 1031 Exchange * 25:00 – How to crush your taxes

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Dr. Jason Worrall (a.k.a. Dr. Jason) is a Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine who prides himself on helping people heal from the inside out. He explains why everyone should get adjusted and the numerous benefits of living in physical, emotional, and spiritual alignment.

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* 0:00 – Intro * 2:00 – Benefits of chiropractic * 4:45 - Why you need an adjustment * 8:00 - Help the body heal itself * 11:00 - Exercise, diet, and sleep * 13:00 - Should babies get adjusted * 15:00 - Dr. Jason's passion for healing * 20:00 - Health tips to be elite * 24:00 – Entrepreneurship * 28:00 – Everything is a choice

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Military hero Tim Kennedy's served as a Master Sergeant with the US Army Green Berets and a Special Forces Sniper. He’s also a New York Times bestselling author, a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt, a former UFC fighter, and a philanthropist.

In this powerful episode, we talk about personal growth, love for country, the warrior mindset, and much more.

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* 0:00 – Intro * 2:00 – Tim is “unapologetically American” * 4:30 – Is America united or divided? * 7:00 – Caring for our veterans * 10:00 – Healing from PTSD * 14:00 – The benefits of BBJ * 16:45 – Failure’s the ultimate motivator * 19:00 – Split-second decisions * 20:00 - Gratitude

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Don Mann is a retired Navy SEAL Team Six commando, an internationally renowned endurance athlete, and a multiple New York Times Best-Selling Author. He shares fascinating stories about taking down Osama Bin Laden, rescuing Captain Phillips, surviving being captured, and nearly dying while climbing Mt. Everest.

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* 0:00 - Intro * 2:00 – SEAL Team Six * 5:00 – Finding Bin Laden * 9:00 – Why Don chose Seal Team Six * 13:00 – Six vs the other teams * 17:00 – When Don got captured * 25:00 – Barely surviving Mt. Everest * 32:00 – The four life skills you need most

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Cullen Jones is a world record holder who won two golds and two silver medals in the Olympics, including a gold in 2008 in the 4x100 Freestyle Relay - known as the "Greatest Relay in Olympic History." Now, he’s made it his mission to spread the important message of water safety and drowning prevention and works with Goldfish Swim School to further that cause.

We talk about his incredible achievements, his championship mindset, and why it's so critical for children to learn to swim.

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* 0:00 – Intro * 2:15 – The feeling of winning gold * 4:30 – The joy is in the work * 8:00 – The greatest Olympic race ever * 11:00 – Teamwork is everything * 12:00 – Why Cullen loves Michael Jordan * 15:00 – Mental health in sports * 18:30 – Cullen nearly drowned as a kid * 21:00 – Goldfish Swim School ambassador * 24:00 – Kids’ swimming safety tips * 27:00 – Make swimming a priority for kids

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Jarek Tadla is a prolific real estate investor who has built an enormous portfolio. He has over 30 years of experience in owning, managing, and improving property. But at the height of his massive success, Jarek suffered from profound depression and suicidal thoughts.

Now, Jarek is most passionate about mastering “inner wealth” and emotional intelligence and wants to share the secrets he’s learned with you. This is a fascinating conversation about personal development, and mental and emotional health.

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* 0:00 – Intro * 2:00 – Jarek’s upbringing * 4:00 – Suicidal thoughts * 8:00 – How he self-sedated * 11:00 – Rising from rock bottom * 13:00 – Inner wealth vs outer wealth * 17:00 – Practical steps to be happier NOW * 20:00 – Jarek’s unusual start in real estate * 24:00 – Make deals with heart, not head * 26:00 – #1 takeaway from Jarek’s book * 29:00 – Connect with your fellow humans!

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The Common Denominator podcast celebrates its 200th episode! Join us as we look back at the beginning of the show, chat about where it’s headed, and reminisce about great guests, funny moments, and impactful life-lessons learned along the way. You'll gain plenty of inspirational and practical mindset advice from Olympic champions, military heroes, billionaires, and more.

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* 0:00 – Intro * 2:00 – The inspiration behind the show * 4:30 – How the show’s evolved * 8:00 – The many challenges of hosting * 12:00 – Guest testimonials part 1 * 17:00 – Moshe’s curious nature * 21:00 – Gratitude for his guests * 23:00 – Positive mindset traits * 27:30 – Celebratory cake! * 28:30 – Guest testimonials part 2

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Neil Patel is one of the most recognized names in digital marketing and entrepreneurship. As the co-founder of NP Digital, Crazy Egg, and Kissmetrics, he has helped businesses worldwide scale through data-driven strategies, SEO, and cutting-edge marketing techniques.

In this conversation, Neil shares his unfiltered thoughts on what truly drives business success, the role of AI in marketing, and why human creativity matters now more than ever.

To learn more about Neil, follow him on IG @neilpatel and check out his website https://neilpatel.com/

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* 0:00 – Intro * 1:30 – His love of marketing * 3:00 – AI’s impact on marketing * 7:00 – Human connection is irreplaceable * 9:30 – Marketing more creative or analytical? * 13:00 – Identify your optimal marketing channel * 17:00 – SEO strategies * 20:00 – A good logo is essential * 23:00 – How Neil got his start * 27:00 – Gratitude * 30:00 – Experimentation is the key to marketing

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Andrew Sallee is an entrepreneur, a philanthropist, and a real estate investor whose current portfolio is approximately 175 million dollars. Even more impressive is that he built his first 100 million dollars in assets without partners, and without raising capital. We chat about how he came from humble beginnings, and used grit, determination, and resilience to achieve boundless personal and professional success.

To learn more about Andrew, follow him on IG @andrewjsallee

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Topics:
1. 0:00 – Intro 2. 1:30 – How he started 3. 4:00 – The initial fear of investing 4. 8:00 – Why Andrew left college 5. 10:00 – Wealth generation vs income 6. 12:00 – He loves to buy “problems” 7. 15:00 – Due diligence is critical before buying 8. 20:00 – Growing up in a trailer park 9. 24:00 – Faith means everything 10. 27:00 – Retirement was miserable 11. 30:00 – Flying planes, skydiving, and more

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Sam Primm started in real estate with next to nothing, and in less than nine years has built an empire ... without spending his own money! He now owns $50 million in assets, has over 200 single family rentals, has flipped over 1,000 properties, and runs his own property management company.

Plus, he’s created FasterFreedom.com to teach people how to quit their jobs, achieve financial independence, and become successful real estate investors by spending OTHER PEOPLE’S money!

To learn more about Sam, follow him on IG @samfasterfreedom and check out his website https://www.fasterfreedom.com/

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Topics:
1. 0:00 – Intro 2. 2:30 – How Sam started in real estate 3. 6:00 – Finding his first property 4. 8:00 – The private lender avatar 5. 12:00 – Finding the perfect lender 6. 17:00 – Be financially responsible when thriving 7. 22:00 – Single family rentals are hot 8. 24:00 – Why create an LLC 9. 26:00 – Trump’s impact on real estate 10. 29:00 – Sam’s Faster Freedom program

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World renowned businessconsultant Michael Virardi has delivered workshops, facilitation sessions, and keynotes to over 24 countries and has collaborated with some of the most prestigious organizations in the world including Coca Cola, Google and Ericsson. He’s trained over 50,000 people with the goal of helping companies and leaders build and nurture a winning culture. He’s also a bestselling author and a two-time TEDx speaker.

To learn more about Michael, follow him on IG @michael_virardi and check out his website https://www.michaelvirardi.com/

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Topics:
1. 0:00 – Intro 2. 1:30 – Great company culture 3. 4:00 – Lead by example 4. 6:00 – Hiring top talent 5. 8:00 – Active listening exercise 6. 9:30 – Top leadership skills 7. 12:00 – How to become vulnerable 8. 14:00 – Passion in life and business 9. 16:30 – Humility 10. 20:00 – Life lessons from Michael’s dad 11. 23:00 – “The Mistake of the Month” Club

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Retired Navy SEAL Garrett Unclebach has taken the lessons he learned defending our country and now devotes his life to helping others find their purpose, develop boldness, and live beyond themselves. In this conversation, we talk about his SEAL training, what true leadership looks like, and how he spends each day paying his good fortune forward.

To learn more about Garrett, follow him on IG @garrettunclebach and check out his website https://www.theimpossible.life/

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Topics:
1. 0:00 – Intro 2. 2:00 – Traits for great leaders 3. 6:00 – Teamwork 4. 8:30 – Leadership 5. 10:30 – Consistency 6. 13:30 – Focus 7. 16:00 – Fear becomes possibility 8. 19:00 – Garrett’s mindset mastery program 9. 24:00 – His Navy SEAL training

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David Ghiyam is one of the leading Kabbalah teachers in the world, and through his teaching he empowers people to realize that abundance and fulfillment begin on the inside with strong spiritual practice. Join us for this deep dive into Kabbalah, an ancient spiritual wisdom that is over 4,000 years old.

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Topics:
1. 0:00 – Intro 2. 1:20 – What is Kabbalah? 3. 5:00 – It transcends religion 4. 8:00 – David’s Kaballah journey 5. 11:00 – How to practice Kaballah 6. 14:00 – The energy of certainty 7. 17:00 – Ayahuasca pros and cons 8. 21:00 – Serving others before yourself 9. 25:00 – David’s relationship with success 10. 30:00 – The importance of being selective 11. 32:00 – Finding your soulmate 12. 35:00 – Gratitude for the Creator

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Colby Harris is a Gen Z trailblazer who’s obsessed with health, wealth, and leadership. He launched a pressure washing business at 17, cycled 100 miles in one day to raise money for under-served kids, works in private equity, and is about to start his own company.

But during Colby’s journey, he was once so broke that he had to put gas in his car with quarters, and he even lost 30 pounds because he couldn’t afford to eat.

Here’s his inspiring story of grit, resilience, and relentless optimism. And the mindset it takes to go from rock bottom to being a top 1% earner in your field.

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Topics:
* 0:00 – Intro * 2:00 – Colby’s growth mindset * 4:00 – Blueprint for success * 5:00 – His H.S. business * 7:00 – Grit.org * 10:00 – We all need grit * 14:00 – Optimism for the future * 17:00 – Struggling before success * 23:00 – Landing his dream job * 28:00 – Launching his company * 32:00 – Gratitude for his mom

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Welcome to Common Denominator! In this episode, we’re sharing some of our FAVORITE business and real estate investment conversations from the past year.

As we head into 2025, here are expert tips to build wealth, scale your portfolio, and live in abundance. You’ll hear from preeminent business and real estate leaders, including Kelly Roach, Greg Selkoe, Tiffany Taylor, Justin Colby, Todd Nepola, Phil Gutman, Jon Gordon, Adam Mendler, Erica Keswin, and David Meltzer.

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Welcome to Common Denominator! On this episode, we’re sharing some of our FAVORITE mindset conversations from the past year. As we approach the new year and its limitless possibilities, this is the perfect time to establish a mindset of gratitude, confidence, and abundance.

You’ll hear from preeminent mindset thought leaders, including Jon Gordon, Michael Chernow, Dr. Jenelle Kim, Andy Bustamante, Peter Crone, Michael Unbroken, Victoria Vesce, Jim Curtis, Kehinde Thomas, and Michael Bernoff.

If you enjoy this episode, please consider leaving a rating and a review. It makes a huge difference in spreading the word about the show and helps us get more great guests. Thanks for listening!

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Welcome to Common Denominator! On this episode, Moshe chats with Brandon Forbes.

Brandon is a business and executive coach who helps entrepreneurs build and scale their businesses. He covers everything from owning your pricing, to getting better at sales, to using social media marketing to your advantage.

So far, Brandon has helped over 1,200 people find success doing what they love, and he can help you as well.

If you enjoy this episode, please consider leaving a rating and a review. It makes a huge difference in spreading the word about the show, and helps us get more great guests. Thanks for listening!

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Topics:
* 0:00 – Intro * 1:15 – Start by finding your passion * 3:00 – Faith is everything in business * 5:30 – How to determine your pricing * 8:00 – Getting your first client * 10:00 – Lean into the fear * 12:00 – Standing out in your niche * 15:00 – Best marketing strategies * 17:00 – Work with Brandon

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Digital content guru Brendan Kane is the founder of Hook Point, a viral consulting agency. He shares his expertise on how to hook people instantly, how Steven Spielberg’s filmmaking style can make your social media content go viral, and how A.I. will impact content creation in the future.

Just for our listeners and viewers: Go to hookpoint.com/denominator to get Brendan’s newest book “The Guide To Going Viral” for FREE!

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Topics:
* 0:00 – Intro * 2:00 – The #1 key to going viral * 4:00 – Format and structure options * 6:00 – Filmmaking techniques * 9:00 – Start strong * 13:00 – Connect with the audience * 16:00 – AI’s impact * 19:00 – How algorithms work * 22:00 – Scripted vs unscripted * 25:00 – Which platform is best * 28:00 – Get Brendan’s book for free

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Dr. Jenelle Kim is a 9th-generation Master Herbologist, best-selling author, and internationally recognized wellness expert. She shares the power of living meditation, how to manage and master fear, and why you must “stop being drunk on your own thoughts.”

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Topics:
* 0:00 - Intro * 2:00 – Why “living meditation” is vital * 5:00 – Focus and clarity * 7:00 – Managing and mastering fear * 10:00 – Don’t react emotionally * 14:00 – Eastern or Western medicine? * 20:00 – Biohacking * 23:00 – Dr. Kim’s mission to help people * 27:00 – Our bodies are miraculous * 30:00 – Dr. Kim’s show “The Experts”

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Alex Blackwood is the co-founder and CEO of mogul Club,an online-based platform where you can sign up and, in less than 30 seconds - and for as little as $250 - be invested in shares of a cash-flowing, single-family rental property, vetted by industry professionals. He explains how his company is delivering 18% returns to its customers.

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Topics:
* 0:00 * 1:20 – What is Mogul? * 3:00 – The problem it’s solving * 6:00 – The single-family rental business model * 9:00 – Accredited vs non-accredited investors * 12:00 – How your ownership stake works * 15:00 – How blockchain applies to mogul * 19:00 – The perils of title insurance * 23:00 – Tax benefits of real estate * 28:00 – Estate planning * 34:00 – Gratitude for friends

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Todd Nepola is the president and founder of “Current Capital Group” and a real estate veteran with over 25 years' experience as an investor, manager, and director. He shares why complacency in real estate is a killer, why you should rent instead of owning a home, and why he’s so bullish on buying strip malls.

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Topics:
* 2:00 – Todd’s first real estate deal * 5:00 – Smart money strategies when you’re starting out * 8:00 – Commercial office buildings * 10:00 – Rent, DON’T Buy a home * 13:00 – Condo vs house * 17:00 – Comfort kills dreams * 20:00 – Todd’s a triathlete * 23:00 – Todd’s passion for philanthropy * 28:00 – Common denominator of successful investors

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Moshe shares his expertise on what a second Trump term will mean for the real estate market, and for business in general. Hint: expect deregulation and massive growth in those sectors.

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Topics:
* 1:15 – General real estate impact from Trump * 3:00 – Be bullish on real estate * 5:30 – The Fed’s role going forward * 7:00 – Trump as a real estate developer * 10:00 – Permitting and environmental issues * 12:00 – How low will mortgage rates fall? * 14:00 – How real estate prepared Trump for the presidency * 16:00 – Business and real estate strategies for 2025

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Peter Crone, aka “The Mind Architect”is a thought leader in human potential and performance. He specializes in helping people overcome the constraints of their subconscious minds so they can ditch their limiting beliefs and break free from constraints.

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Topics:
* 2:00 – Why he’s “The Mind Architect” * 4:00 - Redesigning The Subconscious Mind * 6:00 – Rewiring our brains * 10:00 – Breaking free from constraints * 13:00 – Don’t try to “fit in” * 17:00 – Key to long-term relationships * 20:00 – Overcoming trauma * 24:00 – Perspective on death * 28:00 – Get comfortable saying “I don’t know” * 31:00 – Peter’s coaching program

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With less than one week before the presidential election, civics expert and political communications advisor Richard Greene offers a masterclass on why your vote REALLY matters, why so many people DON’T vote, and which politicians are the greatest public speakers ever.

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Topics:
* 2:00 – Does your vote really count? * 4:00 – Why don’t more people vote? * 7:00 – The electoral college is racist * 10:00 – Make your vote transactional * 13:00 – Is voting safe and honest? * 16:00 – Best political public speakers ever * 19:00 – Authenticity is everything * 22:00 – How to read the room * 26:00 – The greatest speech in history * 32:00 – All great speakers do this

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Patrick J. Kennedy is a former U.S. Congressman, the son of Ted Kennedy, and the nephew of JFK and RFK. He’s also one of the country’s preeminent mental health advocates. He shares his thoughts on the election, why it’s time to get rid of the electoral college, and how America is handling its mental health crisis.

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Topics:
* 3:00 – Elections have drastically changed * 6:00 – Why the electoral college exists * 10:00 – Politics shouldn’t define us * 14:00 – His passion for mental health * 19:00 – Patrick’s battles with addiction * 26:00 – Excessive marketing of alcohol and drugs * 32:00 – Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act * 36:00 – Takeaways from his book * 40:00 – What Patrick’s grateful for

45:00 – Common Denominator of overcoming addiction

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Ari Rosenzweig is the CFO of CannaConnect, a healing facility that provides medical marijuana for veterans. Dennis LeBlanc is a military veteran who runs part of CannaConnect’s operations. Together, they discuss the benefits of medicinal marijuana and share whether they think recreational marijuana should be legal.

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Topics:
* 2:30 – How CannaConnect helps veterans * 5:00 – Marijuana vs opioids * 8:00 – A community for vets * 11:00 – Legalizing pros and cons * 15:00 – Regulations and liability * 18:45 – PTSD and how veterans cope * 23:00 – Medical cannabis saved Dennis’s life * 28:00 – The downside of pharmaceuticals * 32:00 – Veteran’s take on recreational marijuana * 35:00 – A veteran’s gratitude

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One year after the Oct 7th terrorist attacks, IDF counter-terrorism soldier Nir Maman recounts where he was that day and how he’s processed losing five of his friends and fellow soldiers. Plus, he explains why Israel’s response has been appropriate and why he thinks a two-state solution is not realistic.

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Topics:
2:00 – Where Nir was on Oct 7
5:00 – Telling his family he was deploying
8:00 – Learning his friends had died
11:00 – Why Israel’s response has been fair
14:00 – A two-state solution isn’t realistic
18:00 – How does this war end?
23:00 – How to donate to the IDF

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Moshe discusses the effects both presidential candidates would have on the real estate market, and how that could directly impact you as a buyer or seller.

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Topics:
2:30 – Trump and the market
5:00 – Harris and the market
7:00 – Capital Gains tax
9:30 – Homebuyer credit
12:00 – Commercial real estate
14:30 – Ranking his three verticals
17:30 – Helping residents during Covid
22:00 – Expect the unexpected in business
27:00 – Kids in the family business
30:00 – Invest in vending machines!
34:00 – Fear vs action

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Michael Bernoff is a leading force in the personal and professional development industry. He tells us why “average sucks” and how, with a few small changes, you can start living an extraordinary life today. To learn more about Michael, follow him on IG @michael_bernoff.

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Topics:
2:45 – Changing corporate culture
5:00 – Positive self-talk
8:00 – The power of language
11:00 – Fear can be conquered
16:00 – Making tough decisions
21:00 – Ways to stay competitive
26:00 – Stop playing games
28:00 – Why Average Sucks
34:00 – What gives Michael chills
36:00 – Living beyond limits

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Health and wellness expert Jim Curtis on magnetism, positive self-talk, active listening, and embracing optimism.

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Topics:
2:30 – Magnetism
4:30 – Staying present
6:45 – Benefits of mindfulness
9:00 – You should “care less”
11:00 – The horse farmer story
13:45 – Active listening skills
16:00 – Hypnosis
21:00 – Positive self-talk
25:00 – Jim’s inner peace
29:00 – Relationship advice
33:00 – The Stimulati Experience
37:00 – Releasing Fear

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Episode description: Former FBI Special Agent Jim DiOrio on the intelligence failures surrounding 9/11, the Israel and Gaza war, and the Trump assassination attempt. Plus, why – in the intelligence world – we must always be proactive rather than reactive.

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Topics:
2:30 – Mindset of a life of service
5:00 – Purpose vs value
8:00 – Proactive vs reactive
11:00 – 9/11
15:00 – Why our intelligence failed
18:30 – Israel and Gaza
22:00 – Trump assassination attempt
26:00 – Why transparency matters
27:30 – CIA vs FBI
31:00 – Jim’s security company
33:00 – Jim’s walk with God
38:00 – Jim’s overflowing gratitude

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Dr. Mona Amin is a board-certified pediatrician and the host of “PedsDocTalk,” one of the top parenting podcasts. She shares the five biggest mistakes parents make, discusses the merits of “No Blame, No Shame” parenting, and much more.

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Topics:
2:20 – Setting boundaries
6:10 – Giving kids a “choice”
10:00 – Don’t give in to emotion
14:00 – Helping kids problem-solve
16:00 – Trust your instincts
20:00 – Managing your temper
23:00 – Why birth rates are down
28:00 – No blame, no shame parenting
32:00 – Her parenting podcast
36:00 – Common Denominator of parenting

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Ezra Frech just won gold in the 100-meter race at the Paris Paralympic Games! We spoke with him about his incredible life and how he’s honored to serve as an inspiration and role model to thousands of people around the world.

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Tiffany Taylor is a Master Mindset Coach and the founder of “Elite Mind,” where she helps you declutter your mind to boost productivity, freedom, and focus. And in the process, she enables you to restore your inner confidence and joy.

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Topics:
2:15 – Life coaching vs therapy
4:30 – Hypnotherapy
6:00 – Get out of your way
8:30 – Releasing anger
11:30 – Decision making
15:00 – Shed “bad” friends
18:30 – An elite mind
20:00 – Her coaching process
22:00 – Positive self-talk
26:00 – Essential confidence
30:00 – Would Tiffany change anything?
33:00 - #1 benefit of solo travel

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Andrew Bustamante is a former covert CIA intelligence officer and decorated wartime military veteran. He’s now a prolific Fortune 10 corporate advisor, where he specializes in human and technical operations. And as the founder of “Everyday Spy” he provides spy tips, tactics, and insights to give you an unfair advantage in everyday life.

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Topics:
2:30 – Military service
4:15 – Nuclear missile officer
7:45 – Joining the CIA
10:00 – The allure of the CIA
15:00 – The CIA’s Black Budget
17:30 – Extra-terrestrial life
20:00 – How spies problem-solve
24:00 – “Everyday Spy”
27:00 – Identify your secret superpower
31:00 – Reading body language
34:00 – How execs handle stress
37:00 – Why Andy’s family inspires him

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Adam Mendler is obsessed with leadership. He’s the creator and host of the hit podcast “Thirty Minute Mentors,” where he gains insight from America's top CEOs, founders, athletes, celebrities, and political and military leaders. He shares what all great leaders have in common.

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Topics:
2:00 – X-Factor of great leaders
4:30 – Laziness is the enemy
8:00 – Can greatness be learned?
11:30 – LOVE what you do
14:00 – Toxic leadership
18:00 – “Thirty Minute Mentors”
22:00 – Adam interviewed his hero
27:00 – What David Robinson shared with Adam
31:00 – Adam’s eclectic background

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Phil Gutman’s facilitated the acquisition of multiple properties worth several millions of dollars. He’s an expert in luxury real estate and has insider strategies to help you build your luxury portfolio.

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2:15 – What excites Phil the most about real estate
4:00 – Why the Miami market is #1 in the country
8:00 – The BEST opportunities for investors
12:00 – New construction vs rehabs
13:00 – Offsetting construction costs
17:00 – Getting creative with your strategy
20:00 – Why Phil chose real estate
23:00 – The secret sauce to sales
26:00 – Crucial lessons Phil’s learned in his career
30:00 – The obscure sport Phil plays

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Kehinde Thomas started from humble beginnings, facing poverty and hunger in Nigeria. He came to America as an exchange student, seized his opportunity, and never looked back. Now, he encourages people to take risks and be bold in every aspect of their lives.

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Topics:
2:00 – Kehinde’s rough childhood in Nigeria
5:00 – Education changed his life
8:30 – Why he loves America
11:30 – The importance of “earning it”
15:00 – Clarity is everything!
18:00 – The role faith plays in Kehinde’s life
22:00 – Letting people fail and learn
29:00 – How future generations will acquire information
33:00 – His tryout with the Pittsburgh Steelers
37:00 – How Kehinde built a career in insurance
39:00 – His master class on financial growth
44:00 – Living in abundant gratitude
49:00 – Why he’s an avid reader

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David Meltzer was worth over $100 million but lost it all. After hitting rock bottom, he discovered a life of resilience and gratitude. Now, once again thriving, he shares the secrets to passion, purpose, and profitability.

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Topics:
3:30 – Why he was consumed by money
6:00 – The ugly side of money
8:30 – Finding humility after losing everything
10:30 – Critical importance of self-belief
14:00 – David’s daily mindset practice
19:00 – Best way to handle anger
21:00 – Why he studies his calendar
24:00 – David’s grateful every single day
26:00 – Be “annoying” to yourself

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Kelly Roach is a business icon. She runs six companies and is well on her way to 100MM. Here’s her coaching advice on how you can go from overworked entrepreneur to seven-figure CEO.

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Topics
2:30 – Kelly’s journey to a $100mm portfolio
4:00 – The danger of hiring friends
7:00 – Hacks to find top talent
10:00 – Hybrid vs in-person work environments
14:00 – Kelly’s greatest strength
17:30 – Why Kelly pays it forward
21:00 – Biggest issue facing CEOs today
24:00 – Sustainability of success
29:00 – Kelly’s international bestselling books
33:00 – Traits of a great leader
37:00 – Defining business roles in a marriage

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Moshe Popack sits in the guest chair to take your questions about real estate and raising 11 kids. Today, he discusses expert strategies on time management, how to maximize each day, and why in business, losses are often victories.

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Topics:
2:00 – A day in Moshe’s life
4:00 – Consistency every day
6:00 – Alternatives to sleep
8:00 – Buy commercial real estate!
10:00 – Be a contrarian
12:30 – Losses are victories
15:00 – Summertime is when to buy a home
16:30 – Mistakes homebuyers make
20:00 – What Moshe’s reading

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During this 4th of July, we celebrate American hero Noah Galloway. Noah is a purple heart recipient who lost his arm and leg during The Iraq War. But through courage, resilience, and his “no excuses” mantra, Noah persevered and is inspiring thousands of people every day.

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Topics:
2:00 – “No Excuses”
5:30 – How Noah lost his arm and leg
8:30 – The depression Noah experienced
10:30 – Noah’s kids saved him
13:00 – Noah’s unique gym routine
14:30 – Noah on “Dancing with The Stars”
17:00 – His charitable fund
21:00 – Noah’s memoir
26:30 – How physical fitness heals you
29:00 – Gratitude for his family

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Greg Selkoe is the founder of Karmaloop and XSET and has served in the C-Suite of numerous companies. Here’s how he went from being expelled in 5th grade, to getting a master’s degree at Harvard, to making hundreds of millions in revenue.

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Topics:
2:20 – He was expelled from school
5:00 – How to fix education
10:00 – Adaptability as an entrepreneur
13:30 – Big picture thinking
16:00 – How he built Karmaloop
20:00 – Private equity pros and cons
24:00 – Paul Judge saved his life
31:00 – XSET and eGaming
35:00 – What Greg’s most grateful for
40:00 – The future of XSET

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Victoria Vesce is a model, an influencer, and – perhaps most importantly – a brain tumor survivor. She’ll share her story of courage and how that battle has changed her mindset forever. Plus, she’ll tell us why it’s so important to travel – especially if you do it alone.

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Topics:
2:30 – Why Victoria loves traveling
5:30 – The benefits of solo travel
7:45 – Her favorite places to visit
10:00 – The courage to be by yourself
14:00 – We must prioritize ourselves
18:30 – Her brain tumor at 23
27:00 – Ditch the victim mentality
32:00 – What Victoria’s most grateful fo

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You were born perfect but subsequently “hacked” by the outside world and all its nonsense. Here’s how to unhack yourself to clear out the clutter, create immeasurable success and abundance, and improve your health and wellbeing in the process.

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Topics:
2:20 – All humans have been “hacked”
4:30 – How we reprogram
6:30 – Hacking can be generational
9:30 – Changing your patterns affects others
12:00 – Reverse engineering abundance
16:00 – Don’t let victimhood serve you
20:00 – Key takeaways from “Unhack Yourself”
24:00 – Helen’s STEER method to change your life.
29:00 – How to NOT backslide
33:00 – Always focus on gratitude
37:00 – Helen’s immigrant background

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Nebiha Boudjoudad is a fitness and mindset coach, who believes in a holistic approach to mental and physical fitness. She talks about the power of positivity, the importance of clarity, and how the universe will give you back exactly what you give it.

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Topics:
2:00 – The 12 Laws of the Universe.
4:30 – Tools to step into “oneness.”
8:00 – Mindset is everything.
9:30 – Actionable ways to improve mindset.
14:00 – Fear of losing can paralyze you.
16:00 – Why people are afraid to “start.”
18:00 – What we can learn from failure.
20:00 – Find your dogma.
24:00 – Nebiha’s new app to help entrepreneurs.
27:00 – The benefits of juice cleansing.

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Michael Anthony, aka “Michael Unbroken” overcame unimaginable trauma as a child. Now he empowers people to love themselves, make themselves a priority, and to tell the truth no matter what.

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Topics:
2:45 – Michael’s terrifying childhood.
5:10 – Rock bottom at 26 years old.
9:00 – Truth telling is the key to healing.
14:30 – You need to invest in yourself.
19:00 – The importance of life coaching.
24:00 – Why Michael must help others.
28:00 – What “Think Unbroken” truly means.
31:30 – This moment is all that matters

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Michael Chernow overcame drug and alcohol addiction to become a thriving restaurateur, fitness competitor, and prolific entrepreneur. And with his new “Kreatures of Habit” platform, Michael’s goal is to give people the power to change their lives by harnessing healthy habits from wake-up to wind-down.

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Topics:
2:30 – Core meaning behind “Kreatures of Habit.”
5:15 – Good decisions become good habits.
8:00 – Strength in asking for help.
11:00 – Surround yourself with loyal people.
14:00 – Neutralize the voices in your head.
19:00 – Michael’s entrepreneurial journey began as a kid.
24:00 – Michael’s coaching platform.
26:00 – Morning routines are critical to success.
30:30 – Michael’s friendship with Lance Armstrong.
33:30 – His tremendous gratitude.
35:30 – Michael played THIS instrument as a kid.

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In honor of mental health awareness month, we look back at some of our most powerful conversations about mental health. Over the years, Moshe’s been privileged to speak with leaders in the mindset and mental health space. Therapists, life coaches, people who have overcome extreme trauma, and more. And here is some of their incredible insight.

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Topics:
2:00 – Jon Gordon on taking daily “walks of gratitude.”
3:45 – John O’Leary on why we MUST share our stories.
7:30 – Chelsea Bear on overcoming cyberbullying.
9:45 – Larry Olsen on being nicer to ourselves.
11:50 – Dan Candell with practical strategies to stop anxiety.
13:00 – Nicole and Bo Johnson on trading the rat race for an RV.
15:20 – Will Gadd on climbing mountains to overcome fear.
16:50 – Mike Chang on how physical fitness helps us get unstuck.
18:30 – Erica Keswin on the mental health benefits of hybrid working.
20:30 – GiGi Diaz on “seizing happiness” as an entrepreneur.

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Joanna Olsen is the proprietor of multiple Coyote Ugly Saloons. She has thrived in a male-dominated profession, shattered the glass ceiling, and achieved huge milestones throughout her career. She and Moshe discuss entrepreneurship, running a prolific business, and why you need to bet on yourself.

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Topics:
2:30 – Why Coyote Ugly still thrives after all these years.
5:00 – You must treat your employees like equals.
7:00 – Try to own the land your establishment’s on.
10:00 – The story behind the “Coyote Ugly” name.
13:00 – How Joanna built Coyote Ugly across Florida.
17:00 – Joanna’s biggest challenging opening Coyote Ugly.
21:00 – How she kept her employees whole after Hurricane Ian.
26:00 – Joanna opened her first nightclub at age 23.
29:00 – Her advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.

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Manning Sumner was a promising college football player until he broke his back, ending his NFL dream. But he reinvented himself, created his “No Days Off” mantra and became the prolific founder of multiple Legacy Gyms and a premium water brand.

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Topics:
2:30 – Manning broke his back TWICE playing football.
5:30 – Coping with knowing his NFL dreams were over.
8:00 – How he healed WITHOUT surgery.
10:00 – How an osteopath changed Manning’s life.
14:30 – How Manning ended up in “Bad Boys 2.”
18:00 – The idea behind Legacy Gyms.
25:00 – Why the spirit of community means everything.
28:00- Manning’s “NDO H2O” is the official water of the Miami Heat.
34:00 – The cool process behind creating a premium water brand.
37:00 – The question that made Manning cry.

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Justin Colby is the pioneer of “The Science of Flipping.” He gives expert insight on what he’s learned from flipping over 2000 homes and how to avoid the crushing mistakes that many people make.

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Topics:
2:10 – Why Justin fell in love with real estate.
5:30 – How to stop being okay with “being okay.”
9:30 – What losses teach us about life.
12:00 – The first property Justin bought and flipped.
16:00 – Justin details his first huge loss.
20:00 – Your initial profit-sharing structure.
25:00 – What Justin’s doing in the “prop-tech” space.
28:00 – Justin’s coaching program.
32:00 – Justin’s celebrating a new son.
36:00 – How Justin stays grounded and humble.

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Moshe returns to the hot seat to take your questions about real estate and business, including how you can start investing without much money, strategies to manage properties in multiple states, and why vision and clarity are everything when it comes to investing.

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Topics:
3:00 – Does Moshe have a “hard money” guy?
5:30 – Finding tenants for rental properties.
6:40 – Red flags when renting to someone.
10:30 – Managing properties in multiple states.
13:30 – Starting in real estate without cash reserves.
18:00 – Upcoming trends in the multifamily market.
22:00 – You MUST have a trusted confidante.
26:00 – Moshe prefers real estate over stocks.
30:00 – Most important boxes to check when investing.
34:00 – Moshe’s philanthropic efforts.

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Michael Jordan, Albert Einstein, and Simone Biles … what do these three have in common? ADHD! Performance Coach Brooke Schnittman explains why ADHD is a common trait among high achievers and why she believes it is a superpower.

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Topics:
1:45 – Brooke defines ADHD.
4:00 – Is ADHD genetic, environmental, or both?
6:15 – The main challenges of having ADHD.
9:00 - How someone with ADHD can manage sensitivity.
12:15 – Why Brooke sees ADHD as a superpower.
14:30 - How having ADHD helps in the workplace.
18:00 – Ways to tell colleagues you have ADHD.
23:30 – How to parent if your child has ADHD.
28:00 – Key takeaways from Brooke’s book.
30:00 – How Brooke’s coaching can help you.

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Have you ever been perfect for a job, but choked during the interview? Or maybe you didn’t have great answers to tough questions, like “Why should we hire you?” Anna Papalia is the CEO and bestselling author of “Interviewology” and has expert insight on how to crush any job interview. She’s advised more than ten thousand clients on the science of job interviews and is about to pass along her expertise to you!

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Topics:
2:20 – The professional landscape since COVID.
5:15 – How AI will impact hiring.
7:00 – Start a job interview strong.
8:30 – Identify your personal interview style.
11:15 – Tools to become more self-aware.
12:15 – What NOT to do in a job interview.
16:00 – How to manage your nerves.
17:00 – How to answer the “weaknesses” question.
20:30 – Questions to ask the hiring manager.
22:00 – Tackling the salary question.
27:00 – Our complicated relationship with work.
32:30 – Key takeaways from Anna’s book “Interviewology.”
37:00 – Gratitude comes from helping others.

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Cherif Medawar is recognized as the nation’s top commercial real estate fund manager, managing assets over $100 million. He shares why investing in commercial real estate isn’t as daunting as you think, the key difference between a syndicate and a fund, and why he LOVES single tenant retail properties.

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Topics:
2:00 – The six factors of Cherif’s real estate philosophy.
4:30 – Why he loves single-tenant retail properties.
8:00 – How Cherif gets prolific, national tenants.
10:00 – How to create your own real estate fund.
15:00 – The importance of cash reserves.
16:30 – How to diversify your portfolio.
22:00 – Sometimes, Cherif happily overpays for real estate.
24:00 – Why Cherif invests in Old San Juan, Puerto Rico.
30:30 – Why vending machines are great ancillary income.
34:00 – Cherif’s mentorship program.
39:30 – The difference between a syndicate and a fund.

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Travis Chappell is the CEO of Guestio.com, the highest quality guest and show booking marketplace in the podcast industry. He’s also the host of his own hit podcast “Travis Makes Friends.” He’ll discuss relentless entrepreneurship, his ability to connect with anyone, and the mentality you need to thrive in life.

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Topics:
2:30 – The one thing all high achievers have in common.
5:00 – Can you be taught to be “teachable”?
8:30 – How early experiences shape business success.
12:30 – Travis sacrificed everything and went all-in.
16:00 – Why Travis owes everything to his wife.
22:00 – Travis’s bucket list of podcast interviews.
24:30 – How Travis chased down Grant Cardone.
27:00 – How Travis gets guests to open up.
34:00 – What Travis is most grateful for.
38:30 – Travis’s hidden talent will surprise you.

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Rafa Conde is a former DEA, Narcotics, and SWAT officer and the founder and CEO of “Man of War,” a high-performance personal development company. He shares what the “warrior mindset” is, why he believes the modern generation has lost it, and how getting it back can revolutionize our lives.

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Topics:
2:20 – What “warrior mindset” means.
5:15 – Stay detached from emotions.
10:00 – Always be present.
12:00 – What Buddhism taught Rafa.
14:00 – Rafa’s purpose is to protect the weak.
17:00 – You must believe in something greater.
20:00 – Rafa’s “Man of War” crucible.
23:00 – Rebuilding after you’ve been “broken.”
26:00 – What integrity really means.
29:00 – Get comfortable with pain.
31:30 – Do this to overcome fear.
34:00 – What Rafa’s most grateful for.

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Jon Gordon’s a bestselling author and one of the foremost experts on leadership, culture, sales, and teamwork. His principles have been implemented by Fortune 500 companies, pro and college sports teams, school districts, hospitals, and non-profits. He shares his thoughts on shaping your mind for success, leading with caring, and how to become the hero of your own journey.

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Topics:
2:30 – Why mindset means everything to Jon.
7:00 – Your brain is an antenna.
9:30 – Be the hero of your journey.
12:30 – Oneness vs separateness.
15:00 – How social media can wreck your mindset.
19:00 – What great leaders have in common.
24:00 – Jon’s written a whopping 28 books!
29:00 – Fall in love with your job.
34:00 – Making the choice to be positive.

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Joshua Aaron is a world-famous American-Israeli singer/songwriter recently listed as one of the "Jewish Global 100" influencers. In this episode, we discuss his mixed faith upbringing, his life as a Messianic Jew, why his music has become so popular globally, and his very personal – and powerful – thoughts on the Hamas-Israeli conflict.

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Topics:
3:50 – Growing up both Christian and Jewish.
6:10 – Becoming a Messianic Jew.
10:10 – Moving to the Sea of Galilee.
12:30 – Joshua’s musical inspiration.
18:00 – Joshua’s exactly where he should be.
20:00 – The “Virtual Worship In Israel” tour.
22:30 – Fans’ deep connection with his music.
25:00 – Joshua’s feelings about October 7th.
29:00 – What Joshua’s most grateful for.

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Moshe sits in the hot seat once again to answer more of your questions about business, real estate, and what it’s like to have 11 kids! He talks about how being a contrarian in business has helped him thrive, how technology is impacting the real estate industry, and what you must consider if you’re going to purchase commercial real estate or multi-family housing.

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Topics:
1:15 – Moshe and his wife Yaffa just welcomed their 11th child!
2:30 – What’s harder? Running a business or a family of 11?
4:00 – The multiple near-death experiences Moshe’s had this past year.
9:00 – How Moshe processes life-changing events.
14:00 – How being a contrarian in business has helped Moshe thrive.
18:00 – Can anyone become a contrarian or is it in your DNA?
21:00 – The most important factors when purchasing commercial real estate.
24:00 – When you purchase real estate, should you have an exit strategy?
25:00 – How to use blockchain for real estate ownership.
27:30 – Analytics vs gut feeling in real estate.
31:00 – Due diligence before purchasing commercial real estate.
34:00 – Buying ready-made vs building a brand-new home.

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Erica Keswin is a workplace strategist who has collaborated for the past 25 years with some of the world’s most iconic brands as a consultant, speaker, and author. In this episode, she shares valuable information on how to empower your employees, create an environment for them to thrive, and transform your workplace into a vibrant and powerful place.

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Topics:
1:55 – The three most important character traits for leaders.
4:45 – Tools for leaders to display empathy.
8:00 – Why leaders who can be vulnerable usually thrive.
9:30 – The reason burnout is so high right now.
12:00 – Navigating the challenges of a hybrid work environment.
16:00 – Being mindful of your team’s mental health.
19:00 – How important is “passion” when considering your next job.
22:00 – How to foster purpose and meaning in your company.
24:00 – How many “core values” should your company have?
28:00 – The key takeaways from Erica’s bestselling book “Rituals Roadmap.”
34:30 – The cool way Erica spent her 50th birthday.

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David Packouz is one of the two guys who inspired the hit film, “War Dogs” – a true story about arms dealers who won a $300 million contract with the Pentagon to arm American allies in Afghanistan. He’ll tell us what that experience was like, how it changed him forever, and how his inventions are revolutionizing everything from drums to dental floss.

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Topics:
2:00 – How a guy who didn’t even like guns became an arms dealer.
5:30 – The fascinating process by which military arms contracts are won.
12:00 – Is there “dark money” in the US government, and where does it go.
14:00 – What David learned from his experience and how it changed him.
20:30 – His “Beat Buddy” musical invention is a drum machine in a foot pedal and will change the way you play music.
27:00 – His latest invention “Instafloss” is a water flosser that cleans your entire mouth in ten seconds.
31:00 – David is one of nine children, and currently works with four of his brothers. He explains how his family has stayed so close.
35:00 – How David got over his crippling stage fright and fear of public speaking.

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Jason Goldberg is a global keynote speaker on Future-Proof Leadership, a mental performance and leadership coach for celebrities, change makers, and CEO’s, and the author of the #1 international bestseller on self-leadership called “Prison Break.” He explains why you need to shift your mindset from “accountability” to being “counted on.”

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Topics:
1:45 – In his early days, Jason opened for Wu Tang Clan.
5:00 – How Jason lost 130 pounds.
7:30 – The mindset shift from accountability to being “counted on.”
9:45 – Jason’s focus as a mental performance coach.
13:00 – The shared core traits of successful people.
18:00 – The “problem solver” mindset does NOT improve your mental health.
20:00 – Why it’s so important to have a coach for self-growth.
23:00 – The numerous business benefits of rest and sleep.
28:00 – How to experience fascination with the world around us.
32:00 – The key takeaway from his best-selling book “Prison Break.”

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Despite three hit albums and the #1 song “Good,” Better Than Ezra was dropped from its label. Lead singer Kevin Griffin faced a choice: quit music or reinvent himself within the industry. He chose the latter, and decades later Kevin, and the band, are thriving.

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Topics:
1:50 – The incredible feeling of singing in a sold-out stadium.
4:30 – In music, like business, the x-factor to go from good to great is drive.
6:00 – How Kevin reinvented himself and embraced writing songs for others.
8:00 – His first collaboration was with Meatloaf.
11:00 – How that collaboration changed his entire career.
15:00 – Why we must let go of ego to become better.
17:00 – Practical tools to find creative inspiration.
24:00 – The glamorous life of a rock star isn’t so glamorous.
26:00 – Kevin talks about how he got sober.
31:00 – Stay curious, be silly, and don’t be afraid to fail.
35:00 – Kevin’s hidden talent is that he’s … ambidextrous.

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Mike Chang is the founder of “Flow 60,” the all-in-one practice to become more peaceful, release negative emotions, and workout your entire body in sixty minutes or less. He lays out the blueprint to create a stronger, more confident, more peaceful mind in 2024.

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Topics:
3:00 – Why it’s critical to work out your brain and mind every day.
5:00 – Hacks to exercise without leaving your office chair.
9:00 – Mike’s physical and mental process when making big decisions.
14:20 – Mike’s new “Flow 60” program is five training methods in one practice.
18:45 – Why it’s so critical to reach the stage of “enlightenment.”
22:20 – What’s Mike’s “secret sauce” when helping people improve their fitness?
25:00 – How Mike overcame crippling anxiety and anger issues.
30:00 – Mike was so afraid of the dark he couldn’t close his eyes in the shower.

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THIS is the year to grow your real estate and investment portfolio. Moshe answers your questions about navigating high interest rates, investing with friends and family, buying rental properties, and why you should be aggressive in 2024.

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Topics:
1:10 – Creative financing strategies instead of a traditional mortgage.
3:00 – Should you invest with family and friends?
7:15 – Should you buy rental properties?
11:00 – Moshe’s take on the surging rates of home insurance.
16:30 – The numbers don’t lie when it’s renting vs. buying.
19:30 – Should Airbnbs have tighter regulations.
21:00 – How real estate entrepreneurs should address affordable housing.
23:30 – Moshe’s New Year’s resolutions.

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Entrepreneurship isn’t all cutthroat deals and 20-hour workdays. It’s also a lot of fun … or at least it should be. Business Coach GiGi Diaz, the founder of “Seizing Happy,” tells us why playfulness is the number one key to building a business and why sometimes you need a “friend detox” if your friends aren’t supporting you on your journey.

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Topics:
1:20 – Why “seizing happiness” is essential to entrepreneurship.
3:15 – Why successful entrepreneurs embrace playfulness.
6:15 – How to successfully build your business incrementally.
11:00 – How to problem solve as an entrepreneur.
14:00 – Why mental health is critical to building your business.
18:00 – Sometimes you need to do a friend “detox” if they don’t serve you.
21:30 – GiGi’s first entrepreneurial adventure as a teenager.
27:30 – The “Chats with GiGi” podcast and how it has evolved.
31:30 – The measuring sticks to see if you’ve got the entrepreneurship gene.
35:00 – GiGi’s nonprofit “Seizing Happy Foundation.”
39: 00 – Why Cubans love country music!

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On Common Denominator a topic we often explore is mindset – and how it leads to personal and professional growth. And we’ve had fantastic guests offer expert insight on this critical topic. Here are ten strategies from elite athletes, entrepreneurs, critical thinkers, and more to empower you to seize 2024.
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Topics:
0:45 – Phil Daru on the importance of self-reflection.
2:35 – Sasha DiGiulian on how she stays present, and stays alive, on a mountain.
4:30 – Will Gadd on the tools he uses to overcome anxiety.
6:00 – Dr. Tracy Timberlake on how to get “aligned” with yourself.
8:00 – Alex Neist on how entrepreneurship requires discipline, focus, and momentum.
9:00 – Justin Richmond on how to free yourself from imposter syndrome.
11:30 – Veronica Vega on how reassessing your goals can lead to true joy.
16:00 – Dr. Anna Yusim on why we need to let go of people pleasing.
17:30 – Ryan Zofay on why he takes responsibility and doesn’t play the victim.
18:30 – Louis Chaiz says that on the other side of fear there is life.

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Francisco Tonarely, co-founder of the award-winning Grand Brulot VSOP Cognac Café, breaks down the inner workings of the spirits industry and how his brand stands out in a very crowded field. He’s got expert advice on how you can innovate, pivot, and turn your brand into something unique and memorable.

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Topics:
1:15 – What is Grand Brulot’s flavor profile and how is it aged?
5:15 – The unique three-tiered barrier to entry in the spirits industry.
9:45 – How Francisco’s team launched Grand Brulot.
13:00 – How the cognac industry compares to tequila.
15:30 – Moshe and Francisco discuss how to hire loyal and effective employees.
20:30 – How to have tough conversations with employees.
24:00 – Francisco’s #1 piece of advice for entrepreneurs.

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Dr. Tracy Timberlake is a mindset and business coach, a Professor of Leadership and Business, and a specialist in helping entrepreneurs and leaders monetize their expertise and become personal brands. In fact, she’s often called “The Entrepreneur Whisperer.” She’s here to tell you how to give yourself permission to be greater than you are.

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Topics:
1:30 – Why “alignment” is critical to self-improvement.
4:20 – How having fun increases your bottom line.
5:30 – Entrepreneurship is about taking calculated risks.
7:30 – When to leave your “day job” and go all in on your dreams.
10:45 – How to stay positive during entrepreneurial struggles.
13:00 – Why entrepreneurship can be very lonely.
15:30 – Entrepreneurship is like to going into battle.
18:30 – Abundance vs. scarcity mindset.
22:45 – Why it’s so important to celebrate small wins.
25:00 – Dr. Tracy started as a YouTube influencer and pivoted.
27:30 – What she is especially grateful for.

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Phil Daru is one of the most respected MMA trainers in the world, and trains NFL players, world champion boxers, and Olympic athletes as well. He focuses on getting his clients in optimal physical shape and helps them develop warrior mindsets – that permeate throughout their lives. So, if you’re looking to attack life with a vigorous mindset, get ready to learn from the master.

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Topics:
2:40 – What Phil’s mindset was like early on in life, and where it is now.
4:55 – Why knowing yourself, and who you truly are, is so important for your journey in life.
9:20 – Why you need to look at yourself as a “high performer.”
13:50 – Why it’s important for kids and teenagers to play sports.
17:45– How to stack little “wins” throughout the day.
21:20 – The biggest names he’s trained, including Kevin James, Dustin Poirier, Joanna Jedrzejczyk, and more.
25:00 – The mental discipline that martial arts can teach you.
28:40 – How meditation can help you gain mental clarity and focus.

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Alex Neist is a former pro football player, a former lifetime snorer, and the brilliant mind behind Hostage Tape, a product that actually stops people from snoring. It did for Alex, and it saved his marriage in the process! Learn why he chose the company’s name, how he landed on the marketing strategy, and how Hostage Tape grew to an eight-figure business in just two years.

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2:00 – Why Alex thinks Americans don’t prioritize sleep.
3:00 – How Alex’s snoring actually led to his divorce.
6:00 – The inspiration behind Alex launching Hostage Tape.
11:00 – The branding strategy behind naming the company.
15:00 – The process of bringing Hostage Tape to market.
20:00 – How the business grew to eight figures in just two years.
25:00 – Alex was previously a Canadian Football League quarterback.
28:30 – Alex was once a contestant on “ElimiDate”!

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Autumn Calabrese is a literal powerhouse, and the most viewed “Super Trainer” on the Beachbody On Demand platform with over 140 MILLION views. She’s also a nutrition expert, holistic health coach, bestselling author, and of the world’s most recognizable fitness personalities. She has incredible insight on how we can improve our overall fitness while having fun and living without restrictions!

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Topics:
2:00 – Why she believes in weight loss WITHOUT restrictions or depriving yourself.
5:00 – How to set realistic weight loss goals and stick with them.
8:00 – Autumn breaks down her famous 21 Day Fix program.
13:30 – How to remove your personal feelings about food.
17:00 – The key takeaways from her bestselling book “Fixate.”
19:30 – How to be kind to yourself when starting a fitness program.
22:00 – The lessons Autumn learned on her complicated road to success.
25:00 – Why Autumn is especially grateful for her health.

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Larry Olsen is a performance driven neurology specialist who has spent a lifetime studying the brain and optimizing how to turn it into the ultimate asset. By helping you understand your brain’s role in accelerated performance, Larry will empower you to unleash your innate ability to achieve personal and professional success and conquer limiting beliefs.

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Topics:
1:55 – What fascinates Larry the most about the mind.
3:30 – Performance driven neurology and why it matters.
7:00 – We often operate on misinformation, and we suffer for it.
10:00 – How you SHOULD take a compliment.
12:10 – Practical tips to start reframing how you think, right now.
14:30 – How to think positively INSTEAD of negatively.
17:30 – Be motivated by value, not fear.
23:00 – The importance of positive self-talk.
29:00 – How to meaningfully engage with your children.
32:00 – We are miraculous, and we need to own it.
37:00 – We are all “works in progress” and that’s okay.

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Moshe is the Chairman and Co-Founder of YMP Real Estate Management, an investment and management firm that owns approximately 4,000 multifamily units, multiple assisted living facilities, and 1.3 million square feet of commercial office space. YMP employs 400 people and has a market presence in seven states. In this episode, Moshe shares his expertise on building a thriving business and offers expert advice on the real estate market, while taking questions from viewers.

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Topics:
1:45 – Why Moshe favors a contrarian business approach.
3:15 – Why – in business – you must enjoy being a problem solver.
6:00 – The “many hats” Moshe wears as a CEO.
8:30 – It’s okay for the leader NOT to be in the office every day.
10:30 – How to win people over with your elevator pitch.
13:30 – Invest in real estate rather than stocks!
16:00 – “Agrihoods” are the next big movement in real estate.
17:30 – Moshe’s opinion on solar panels.
19:30 – It is CRUCIAL to be disciplined as a business owner.
21:30 – What Moshe thinks of “hustle culture” and burnout.
25:00 – Is there ever a “right” time to start a business?

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Dr. Brett Osborn is a board-certified neurosurgeon and is board certified in anti-aging medicine. He’s also the founder of Senolytix, where his goal is to give patients two additional years of healthy life! He’s got expert strategies to help you feel great longer, while hitting the pause button on aging.

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Topics:
1:20 – Why Dr. Osborn is so passionate about longevity medicine.
4:00 – Why are Americans not healthier?
7:30 – How to be an educated patient.
10:00 – Two practical strategies to live longer.
14:00 – Why his regimen is so successful for his patients.
18:00 – Dr. Osborn’s personal workout regimen is INTENSE.
25:00 – Why personal empowerment is critical to physical health.
29:30 – The most important benefit of Pilates.

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Amanda Paulson is a paranormal investigator who has traveled the country looking for – and communicating with – ghosts. She shares some of her most wild adventures, including her terrifying experience staying alone at Lizzie Borden’s house, and tells you what to do if you’re ever face-to-face with a paranormal being.

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Topics:
1:50 – How Amanda became a ghost hunter.
4:00 – When did she first start seeing ghosts?
6:00 – Can everyone see ghosts?
10:00 – What are the different types of ghosts?
12:30 – Are ghosts friendly or angry?
14:00 – What to do when you encounter a ghost.
16:00 – Her terrifying experience at the Lizzie Borden house.
20:00 – How our emotions affect our ability to see ghosts.
25:00 – What she says to skeptics.

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Veronica Vega was once the star of “Love and Hip Hop: Miami.” But now, she’s traded her microphone for gardening gloves and is embracing a life of horticulture. She talks about the power of gardening, the synergy between nature and human connection, and her complicated relationship with fame.

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Topics:
2:30 – Some fascinating facts about soil.
4:00 – The robust harvest Veronica planted for senior citizens.
6:00 – The relationship between nature and human connection.
7:45 – Practical steps to start your gardening journey.
10:00 – Veronica’s daily relationship with nature.
14:30 – Veronica’s nonprofit supports organizations that aid in mental health.
19:30 – Veronica’s complicated relationship with the music industry.
24:30 – Why you MUST enjoy the journey.

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Moshe, his wife, and their ten children were in Israel during the horrific terror attacks. He shares what that experience was like and how, through a series of miracles, his family returned safely to America.

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Antonio Sustiel is the CEO of “Flooring King,” one of the largest flooring companies in the world. And while that’s impressive, it’s not nearly as impactful as his work disassembling bombs in the Israeli military. Antonio shares what he learned from that experience, and how it’s shaped his personal and professional life.

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Topics:
1:15 – How his identity as “The Flooring King” came to be.
3:45 – Money doesn’t define Antonio’s success.
6:00 – The core reason why Antonio is so successful.
8:45 – Antonio’s experience in the Israeli bomb squad.
11:30 – How he initially built a perfume business and sold it for millions.
14:00 – Consistency is the ultimate key to success.
18:00 – What being in the military taught Antonio about life.
20:30 – Strategies to teach kids to be entrepreneurs.
24:00 – The inside scoop on the flooring industry.
27:00 – Why it’s so important for Antonio to give back.

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Lauri Loewenberg is a certified dream analyst who has appeared on CNN, LIVE with Kelly and Ryan, FOX Business, and more. She explains why we dream, what our dreams mean, and how we can control them. She also breaks down the crucial role nightmares play and why you shouldn’t fear them!

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Topics:
1:20 – Why we dream.
4:30 – Your dreams get more intense throughout the night.
6:30 – How dreaming helps you become a better person.
10:00 – Why lucid dreaming is so cool!
12:15 – Why do we have nightmares?
14:30 – What the “being chased” dream represents.
17:00 – How Lauri fell in love with dream analysis.
20:00 – Do THIS to remember your dreams.
23:00 – Lauri once analyzed Meat Loaf’s dreams.

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Sasha DiGiulian is the most decorated and arguably the best female climber in the world. She’s won multiple World Championships and has over 30 “first ascents.” She’s also an entrepreneur, a business owner, an environmentalist, and the author of the new book “Take The Lead.” In this episode, Sasha shares her story of perseverance, resilience, focus, and grit and how she became one of the greatest rock climbers of all time.

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Topics:
2:00 – Sasha’s most impactful climb was at the Dolomites in Italy.
4:30 – The perilous moment Sasha had to “free climb.”
8:30 – How she controls her mind in the toughest situations.
12:30 – Sasha shares her “why” as a rock climber.
16:00 – What does a typical day of training look like?
20:30 – Has fame been a blessing or curse for Sasha?
25:00 – Sasha created her own superfood bar called “Send.”
30:00 – The most impactful takeaways from her new book.

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In July, Alec Torelli finished in 11th place out of 10,000 competitors at the annual World Series of Poker’s Main Event. He won $700,000 and cemented his status as one of the greatest poker players in the world. He shares insights from that incredible performance and discusses how the fundamental skills you need to be great at poker can translate to the rest of your life.

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Topics:
2:00 – Alec has dual emotions after finishing 11th at the WSOP.
6:00 – Here’s how intense every day at the WSOP truly is.
8:30 – How Alec uses positive visualization to achieve success.
11:30 – Why Alec has a mental coach as part of his team.
14:00 – All great athletes have a meditation process.
17:30 – Alec shares his favorite hand from the tournament.
23:00 – The physical conditioning it takes to be a poker champion.
27:00 – Alec’s other passions include real estate and cryptocurrencies.
31:00 – What Alec teaches his poker students.

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Three years ago, Nicole and Bo Johnson decided to shake things up. They bought a school bus, refurbished it, and hit the road – travelling the country with their kids – and they’ve never looked back.
They’ll share why they did it, how they did it, and how much they love it.

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Topics:
1:45 – Why they ditched the 9-5 life.
3:45 – How they got the bus “travel-ready.”
7:20 – How they balance work and family.
11:15 – Their first trip was NOT smooth.
15:20 – Did they ever have second thoughts?
18:00 – Their kids are experiencing priceless moments.
20:00 – Which states they’ve seen so far.
22:00 – Their advice if you want to make a huge life change.

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Jalal Abuimweis, aka “The King of Miami Real Estate” is a real estate mogul. He has expert strategies to help you dive in, including making below market offers, getting ahead of interest rates, and diversifying your portfolio. He’ll also share his personal journey that took him from homelessness to entrepreneurship.

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Topics:
2:15 – Preparation’s the key to investing.
5:00 – How to understand where the market’s headed.
8:00 – Steps to practically jump into real estate.
12:00 – Here’s who you should ask for real estate advice.
14:00 – Make offers for LESS than listed value.
17:00 – What brought Jalal to real estate.
19:30 – How being homeless shaped Jalal’s gratitude.
24:30 – Jalal’s transition from Jordan to America.
27:00 – What separates Jalal from his competitors.
32:00 – Why physical health is far more important than money.

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One year ago, Louis Chaix rollerbladed across the U.S.A. in 45 days, setting a world record. He did it to raise money and awareness about the rare disease that almost killed him. In this episode, Louis shares his exciting and incredible journey from California to New York.

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Topics:
2:00 – Louis describes the disease that almost killed him.
5:00 – Louis shares the moment he knew he’d live.
7:30 – Years later, he struggled with “survivor’s guilt.”
11:00 – Why Louis keeps taking “one more step” and pushing through adversity.
13:30 – How Louis got the idea to rollerblade across the U.S.A.
18:00 – Louis’s training regimen was intense!
22:30 – Reframing “sacrifice” as an “investment in your future.”
25:00 – The craziest moments in his cross-country journey.
31:20 – The #1 thing Louis is most grateful for in life.

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Maria Killam is a nationally recognized home design guru who specializes in color. She’ll tell you why it’s time to ditch the black-and-white and embrace bright, bold colors to bring your home to life.

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Time Stamps:
1:30 – Why Maria is OVER the black and white trend.
4:30 – How to identify your home’s color palette.
7:00 – Design ideas for your kids’ bedrooms.
9:30 – The strategy behind displaying paintings and artwork.
14:00 – How Maria can help you redesign your home.
17:40 – What people get wrong about backsplashes.

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Tony Torres lives a fascinating life. He’s gone from exotic dancer, to prison convict, to head chef and restaurateur, to gym owner and fitness pioneer. He shares his awesome story of grit, resilience, and reinvention.

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1:40 – Resilience means never giving up.
3:00 – The riveting story behind Tony’s incarceration.
5:20 – What the first night in a jail cell feels like.
7:50 – How Tony turned prison into a positive.
10:20 – How Tony became an exotic dancer.
14:20 – Tony’s experience as a chef and restaurant owner.
19:00 – Tony learned a valuable lesson in business ethics.
25:00 – There’s a movie and a novel based on Tony’s life.
27:30 – What Tony’s learned most in his journey.
30:00 – What he’s truly grateful for.
35:00 – How you can join Tony’s “Buff Dad” online challenge.

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Dr. Anna Yusim is an award-winning and board-certified Stanford- and Yale-educated Psychiatrist & Executive Coach. She shares why spirituality and openness to love are the keys to improve your mental health.

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Topics:
1:30 – How spirituality positively impacts mental health.
3:50 – Why the medical standard of care is sometimes a spiritually-based model.
5:40 – Practical tips to begin a spiritual practice.
9:30 – Dr. Yusim’s Spirituality and Mental Health Center at Yale.
11:30 – How food, exercise, and sex affect your mental health.
15:30 - Why authenticity is crucial to positive mental health.
19:30 – Some patients need medication, and some don’t.
22:30 – Dr. Yusim’s executive coaching principles.

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Moshe Popack is an entrepreneur, a philanthropist, the host of this podcast AND the father of ten kids! Let’s face it, he’s an expert on the topic. Moshe has advice, tips, and tricks to raise children while staying (mostly) sane.

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Topics:
2:00 – Empowering kids to do what they love.
5:20 – It’s crucial to teach children critical thinking.
6:00 – Advice on traveling with kids.
9:30 – Making sure the kids have each other’s backs.
12:00 – How do you cook for ten kids??
13:00 – How parents can schedule breaks when they need them.
19:00 – Parenting is often about learning as you go.
21:30 – Don’t spend your days constantly worrying about your kids.

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Kyle Reteff is a holistic healing expert who incorporates sound therapy, acupuncture, psychedelics, and more to help people heal their minds, bodies, and souls. Learn how those modalities can help you!

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Topics:
2:00 – Chinese medicine blew Kyle’s mind.
5:20 – The science behind acupuncture.
7:15 – Sound therapy in action!
11:30 – Psychedelics and how they can help heal.
14:30 – You are your own master.
17:00 – Kyle now trains people to become healers.
20:00 – Kyle’s near-death experience shaped his future.
23:00 – How Kyle self-healed his excruciating back pain.
27:00 – What Kyle is most grateful for.

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Dinah Wulf is the nationally recognized creator of DIY Inspired, a DIY home décor and craft brand. She’s got fun summer projects you can do at home, as well as projects you and your kids can do together.

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Topics:
2:15 – A simple craft you can add to spice up your summer parties.
4:45 – Dinah built a super cool mid-century modern doghouse.
8:15 – Dinah explains how she creates Santa mall installations.
10:30 – How Etsy has become a great additional stream of income for creatives.
12:30 – Dinah’s Magic Elf Kit helps you and your kids get through the holidays!
14:30 – Dinah’s advice on what it takes to launch your own business.
17:30 – Great advice on how you’ll know if your business is sustainable.
22:20 – DIY Projects for parents and kids to do together.
26:00 – How you can watch Dinah and her family on a national TV show this summer.

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Nathalie Cardona overcame body dysmorphia and an eating disorder to become a national bikini competitor. She shares the mindset and physical discipline it takes to be an elite athlete and offers advice on how to live each day with intention.

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Topics:
1:30 – The discipline it takes to be a national fitness competitor.
4:30 – How Nathalie sets her gym routine before a competition.
6:00 – How sleep impacts weight loss.
10:00 – The mindset you need to achieve your fitness goals.
12:00 – How to start your day with intention.
15:00 – What really happens at a national bikini competition.
19:30 – Why lifestyle coaching is so gratifying for Nathalie.
21:30 – How Nathalie overcame body dysmorphia and an eating disorder.
25:30 – The fascinating career Nathalie initially wanted to pursue.

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Are you ready to enter the real estate market, but don’t know where to start? Candy Valentino has over 22 years’ experience in real-estate investing and has expert strategies to help you achieve generational wealth.

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Topics:
1:45 – Candy started by buying a foreclosed home.
5:45 – Her expert strategy on flipping homes.
10:30 – Three MAJOR ways to profit through real estate.
15:00 – Three practical tips to grow your business, starting right now.
18:50 – The key characteristics of a business owner.
24:00 – Why gratitude is so important to her.
27:30 – The “a-ha” moment that caused Candy to start a nonprofit.
31:30 – A few key lessons from Candy’s book, “Wealth Habits.”

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Dan Candell, aka “The Anxiety Relief Guy”, breaks down our top three sources of stress and gives us actionable strategies to quickly overcome them, including self-hypnosis.

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Topics:
1:50 – The top three sources of stress.
3:30 – The key difference between stress and anxiety.
6:15 – Physical and psychological effects of chronic stress.
10:00 – How Dan incorporates hypnosis into anxiety relief.
13:40 – You can actually relieve anxiety quickly.
16:45 – Dan gives Moshe a hypnosis exercise.
18:00 – How you can self-hypnotize.
21:00 – How proper diet reduces anxiety.
24:30 – Strategies to overcome social anxiety.
28:00 – “Bilateral stimulation” is a great way to reduce stress.
31:00 – “Hypnotic persuasion” can help you win people’s business.
35:00 – Minimizing negative reactions to uncomfortable memories.
37:00 – Dan shares a private memory he’s never told an audience.

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Jody Stoski is a paramedical tattoo artist who helps people regain their confidence and joy by camouflaging their surgical scars, skin grafts, acne scars, stretch marks, and more. She’ll tell us how the process works, and how you – or someone you love – can benefit.

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Topics:
2:00 – How paramedical tattooing differs from body tattooing.
4:00 – How Jody helps cancer patients regain self-confidence.
6:15 – How Jody manages the emotional aspect of the work she does.
8:20 – Jody explains how to cover up a cleft lip and a skin graft.
12:50 – How Jody’s own brush with cancer inspired her to help others.
17:00 – Jody describes the most interesting case she’s done.
19:00 – The technical process behind how paramedical tattooing works.
20:15 – How you can learn paramedical tattooing from Jody’s academy.

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Justin Richmond hosts the “Started From the Bottom” podcast where he interviews people who – like himself – beat the odds and overcame imposter syndrome. Hear what Justin’s learned from his conversations with fellow outsiders Suze Orman, Charlamagne tha God, Malcolm Gladwell, and more.

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Topics:
1:45 – The story behind the title of Justin’s podcast.
4:30 – Why Justin won’t ever stop working hard.
7:45 – What Quincy Jones taught Justin about treating people.
11:00 – Putting people first is the ultimate life hack.
12:15 – What being a high school dropout taught Justin about life.
17:30 – How the fear of failure motivates Justin every day.
21:30 – Entitlement equals failure.
23:30 – Justin has battled imposter syndrome throughout his life.
27:30 – An outstanding strategy to beat imposter syndrome.
30:00 – Justin shares some dream guests for his podcast.
34:00 – Justin has a terrifying fear of … birds?!?

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Dr. Sanjay Juneja is a triple-board certified hematologist and oncologist, and the Chief of Oncology Service at Baton Rouge Hospital. He’ll discuss the game-changing developments helping doctors identify, and destroy, cancer cells much earlier. Plus, we’ll discuss holistic ways to prevent – and treat – cancer.

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Topics:
2:05 – Why targeted therapy has oncologists so optimistic right now.
4:20 – How standard chemotherapy works.
7:00 – Potential side effects of chemo and radiation.
9:00 – What does the future of cancer care look like?
11:20 – How diet, lifestyle, and genetics impact cancer rates.
16:45 – The decision-making process if you have BRCA1 or BRCA2.
19:55 – Is immunotherapy for you? What you need to know.
23:00 – What are the top things we can do to prevent cancer?
28:30 – How Dr. Juneja processes the emotional part of his job.
33:00 – Why he’s abundantly grateful every day of his life.

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Will Gadd is the first person in the world to ice climb Niagara Falls, a former paragliding world distance record holder, and an X-Games champion. Despite his adventurous spirit, he’s keenly aware of fear and risk. He offers expert advice on how you can manage those emotions and thrive.

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Topics:
1:55 – How Will’s childhood in the Canadian Rockies shaped his future.
4:00 – Will has high levels of fear. Here’s how he copes with it.
7:30 – How Will uses negative emotions to dig in and work harder.
9:00 – What Will is most proud of in his incredible career.
12:00 – How complicated the Niagara Falls climb truly was.
14:00 – Will climbed Kilimanjaro twice. Here’s what he took from that.
17:30 – Will is headed to Antarctica next.
21:30 – Will’s advice on how companies can take calculated risks.
25:00 – Moshe and Will discuss why it’s okay for businesses to fail sometimes.
27:00 – Will’s advice on how you can overcome fear.

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Purple heart recipient and military hero, Noah Galloway, lost his left arm and left leg in Iraq. But he persevered and overcame depression to write a memoir, grace the cover of Men’s Health, compete on Dancing With The Stars, and inspire millions of people along the way.

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Topics:
3:00 – How Noah turned his injuries into a powerful “No Excuses” mantra.
5:35 – Noah shares the devastating story of how he lost his arm and leg.
9:00 – The depression Noah experienced after leaving the hospital.
11:00 – Noah changed his life to be better for his kids.
14:00 – How Noah adapted his gym routine and inspired others.
16:00 – Noah shares his experiences on “Dancing with The Stars”
18:30 – Why Noah started his charitable fund.
22:10 – Noah opens up about his depression.
26:00 – The importance of physical fitness to heal your body and mind.
30:00 – Why Noah is so grateful for his family.

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Gui Valente is the cofounder of the famed “Valente Brothers Jiu-Jitsu Studio.” He explains how jiu-jitsu not only teaches you to defend yourself, but it also sharpens your mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing.

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Time Stamps:
2:50 – Jiu-jitsu has roots from the Samurai warrior.
5:15 – When should a child start training?
9:15 – Holistic jiu-jitsu vs. tournament jiu-jitsu.
13:00 – Never allow someone’s words to control you.
15:10 – How the Valente brothers leaned on their martial arts training to grieve their father.
17:45 – Gui explains his 7-5-3 code of mind, body, and spirit.
22:30 – Their system of martial arts is based on reflex development.
23:40 – The top mental benefits of jiu-jitsu training.
28:00 – How jiu-jitsu helps you protect yourself if you’re attacked.
33:00 – Why we should always think about gratitude.

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Tiffany Miranda is the founder of the nonprofit “Girls Make Beats,” which teaches girls to become the next generation of DJ’s, producers, and engineers and empowers them to thrive in a male-dominated industry.

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Topics:
1:30 – Tiffany learned at a young age that music was a male-dominated industry.
4:40 – The incredibly important reason Tiffany created “Girls Make Beats.”
5:50 – How girls can thrive in “Girls Make Beats.”
8:10 – The life lessons the girls learn transcend music.
11:00 – Tiffany shares her favorite success story from the program.
13:30 – How men can help champion this worthy cause.
17:00 – Tiffany’s advice for adults who want to learn music.
19:50 – Tiffany’s advice for kids trying to break into the music industry.
24:00 – How you can donate to, or enroll your child in, “Girls Make Beats.”

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Chelsea Bear is a disabled content creator and an advocate for cerebral palsy. She speaks candidly about overcoming bullying, using her platform to inspire others, and proudly navigating through life with a disability.

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Topics:
2:00 – When Chelsea and her family learned she had cerebral palsy.
4:25 – The challenges Chelsea faced as a child with CP.
6:30 – How she proudly navigates living with a disability.
9:15 – When Chelsea knew she had to inspire others.
13:30 – How she felt when her first video about her disability went viral.
15:00 – Chelsea’s advice on how you can embrace advocacy.
16:00 – How Chelsea dealt with being bullied in school.
21:00 – Her strategy for handling mean-spirited comments on social media.
23:00 – Chelsea has numerous brand partnerships to raise awareness.
25:40 – Why Chelsea is grateful for her disability.

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Brandon Steiner is arguably the most prolific figure in the history of sports memorabilia and collectibles. He’ll share expert insight on this booming industry, tell us about the most expensive piece he ever sold, and shed light on if NFTs are a sound investment.

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Topics:
2:04 – Brandon explains the difference between collectibles and memorabilia.
4:20 – Do NFT’s have a future in the collectible market?
8:00 – Why nostalgia is such a powerful force in the memorabilia industry.
8:53 – Brandon tells us which item he sold for $775,000.
13:00 – The story behind how Brandon invented the Everything Bagel.
16:00 – Brandon’s take on why people just can’t seem to make good bagels anymore.
20:00 – How Brandon’s business evolved and why his customers have stayed so loyal to him.
23:00 – Brandon believes nothing is more important in life than helping others.

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In 2019, while photographing a sardine run in South Africa, Rainer Schimpf was attacked by a 15-ton Bryde’s whale and trapped in the animal’s mouth. He survived and now shares his incredible story.

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Topics:
2:00 – Rainer explains what a sardine run is, and how dangerous it can be.
5:30 – Rainer describes the moment he realized he was trapped in a whale’s mouth.
6:30 – How he stayed calm during the ordeal.
9:21 – How Rainer survived the attack.
12:15 – Ten minutes later, he was right back in the water.
15:30 – How Rainer turned his love for the ocean into a thrilling career.
18:30 – Rainer’s story about encountering a white shark.

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Tony Horton is a legend in the personal fitness industry. He’s the creator of P90X which revolutionized how people work out from home and, to date, his programs have amassed over $500 million in sales. He’ll discuss all that, plus his latest program “The Power of Four,” his latest book “The Big Picture,” and insight on how you can get in the best shape of your life.

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Topics:
2:15 – Tony shares his personal health and wellness regimen: everything from fitness to sleep to recovery.
5:30 – Tony moved to LA with $400, but with a relentless determination to succeed.
7:15 – Tony tells us how he landed his first celebrity client.
11:00 – His list of A-list clients will blow your mind.
13:10 – How Tony created the concept of P90X.
17:00 – Excellent advice for older people to improve their balance and flexibility.
19:00 – How Tony defines mindfulness, and why it’s critical to good health.
20:35 – Tony details his grueling battle with Ramsay Hunt syndrome.
22:35 – Tony gives us key takeaways from his book “The Big Picture.”
27:00 – Tony crafts the blueprint to reverse-engineer success.
32:00 – Tony expresses his tremendous gratitude for his wife.

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Moshe Popack isn’t just the host of “Common Denominator,” he’s also a successful real estate entrepreneur and the father of ten kids. In this episode, he shares the secret sauce that helped his business become one of Florida’s most influential real estate companies. Plus, Moshe explains how he and his wife carve out time each day to make each of their kids feel special, and why it’s so important to trust your gut in business and with your family.

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Topics:
1:15 – What’s harder: running a business or having ten kids?
2:35 – The humble beginnings of YMP Real Estate Management.
4:30 – How Moshe overcame numerous obstacles when closing his first deal.
5:45 – Why it’s so important to trust your gut.
11:00 – How to decide what – and when – to delegate.
13:45 – You can’t be afraid to fail.
15:45 – Why you need to stay emotionally stable in business.
20:00 – You can thrive in business without being a “businessperson.”
22:25 – The surprising trait Moshe looks for when hiring someone.
24:00 – What is Moshe’s dream job?
25:40 – What one song would Moshe play on piano at Madison Square Garden?

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As a nine-year-old boy, John O’Leary was burned on 100% of his body and given less than one percent chance to live. His amazing journey of survival illustrates the incredible power of the human spirit.

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3:00 – John shares the heartbreaking story of when he was burned as a child.
5:30 – What John’s parents said to him in the hospital that changed the rest of his life.
9:30 – How much your words as parents can impact your children – positively and negatively.
11:30 – John describes the grueling physical process of healing after suffering burns on his entire body.
17:00 – Why John feels compelled to share his story with others.
22:00 – Why it’s crucial for all of us to create a mission statement for our lives.
26:30 – Each of us has the capability to be great.

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Pickleball is America’s fastest growing sport and tennis is enjoying an American resurgence. We chat with Evan Specht, the cofounder of Diadem Sports (an American tennis and pickleball equipment company) about why both sports are thriving and how they’re only going to get bigger.

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Topics:
2:15 – The genesis of Diadem Sports happened – where else – on a tennis court.
3:30 – Evan shares great insight on how to be creative when bootstrapping your business.
5:00 – How Diadem went head-to-head with the biggest legacy brands in tennis.
10:30 – The moment Diadem knew they needed to enter the Pickleball industry.
14:30 – Why Evan thinks pickleball has blown up around the country, and why it appeals to all ages and ability levels.
17:10 – What are the key elements to consider when designing a tennis racket?
20:00 – What do you need to keep in mind when buying a racket.
21:30 – Evan’s take on how American pro tennis players have closed the gap on the European players.
23:00 – Why Roger Federer and Serena Williams are the greatest players of all time.
26:00 – The factors that go into getting a pro tennis player to endorse your rackets.

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In 2001, Ryan Zofay was addicted to drugs and nearly died in a car accident. When he woke from a coma, he vowed to change his life. Now, he’s healthy and thriving, and runs multiple treatment centers guiding people on their paths to recovery.

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Topics:
1:55 – Ryan talks about the night he was pronounced dead.
5:30 – How the traumatic events of Ryan’s childhood set the stage for the problems he’d soon have.
7:40 – How Ryan’s “rock bottom” moment was actually a moment of peace; and it led to his sobriety.
13:15 – Why faith, and a belief in something greater, is a core component of sobriety.
15:43 – Ryan replaced drugs and alcohol with greed, ego, and gambling and it – once again – almost cost him his life.
20:24 – Ryan shares his daily process to stay sober and healthy, and why his cold plunge each morning is crucial.
25:13 – Ryan tells us about his rehab facilities and the work he’s doing to help people on their journeys to sobriety.
27:00 – This year alone, his facilities will serve 10,000 drug addicts, alcoholics, and people suffering from mental illness.
29:40 – Ryan’s goal is to help one million people a year.
32:15 – Why Ryan is “deeply grateful” for all the childhood traumas he experienced.

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Ganesh Padmanabhan is an expert in ChatGPT and artificial intelligence. He’ll explain how the current technological evolution impacts our everyday lives and how it will shape our future. Plus, we discuss how to regulate it and how to use A.I. as a source for good, not evil.

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Topics:
1:30 – What Ganesh makes of ChatGPT and why it’s taken so long to get here.
4:50 – Why ChatGPT is now a foundational piece of the future of A.I.
8:50 – Why ChatGPT sometimes gives offensive answers, and what – if anything – can be done about it.
12:45 – For the first time ever, you have a dialogue engine that is showcasing creativity, just like humans do.
13:40 – How can A.I., from a practical perspective, make our lives better?
17:15 – Are we going to become Cyborgs in the future?
21:20 – Is the government doing enough to regulate A.I.?
26:40 – We’re going to need a combination of self-governance, corporate governance and federal governance in this space.
27:30 – How Ganesh’s company “Autonomize” merges A.I. with healthcare to improve doctor and patient experiences.
30:00 – Why Ganesh is so passionate about mentorship.
32:00 – Ganesh shares a pretty cool fact about his hidden talent.

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Elisha Covey is the co-founder of an eight-figure business portfolio, including a company she scaled 4000% in less than five years. She has expert strategies on building a business, working with your spouse, and achieving work-life balance.

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Topics:
1:40 – What Elisha learned from her first business, owning bakeries.
4:30 – Should you really “follow your passion” when deciding to launch a business?
5:30 – Balancing your masculine and feminine energies, and how that translates to entrepreneurship.
7:20 – Elisha and Moshe both work with their spouses. They discuss how to successfully pull it off.
9:25 – Elisha breaks down her business portfolio and some of the new projects she’s taking on.
12:00 – Dealing with – and overcoming – the frustrations of starting a new company, especially when your partner is your spouse.
15:55 – Elisha talks about the entrepreneurial mindset and how she’s had it since she was a kid.
20:40 – What CEO’s look for when hiring someone.
24:30 – Why mentorship and business coaching are so important to Elisha.
31:00 – How to learn more about Elisha and hire her as your business coach.

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Dr. Brad Schaeffer is a prominent foot and ankle surgeon and one of the stars of the hit TLC series “My Feet Are Killing Me.” We discuss what it’s like to be a TV star, why he’s so passionate about physical – and mental – fitness, and tips on choosing the perfect sneaker.

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Topics:
1:40 – Yes, people always ask him about their feet. Here’s how he handles it.
2:50 – How a love of baseball guided Brad to a career in podiatry.
5:25 – Why your feet are the key to your overall health.
7:25 – Brad explains some of the most complicated – and gross – medical cases he’s ever seen.
10:30 – How Brad ended up on TLC’s hit show “My Feet Are Killing Me” and how it’s changed his life.
14:00 – Why physical fitness is so important to Brad and the training regimen he believes is best.
17:20 – Brad talks about how Men’s Health approached him for their “Ultimate Guy Search.”
20:00 – Brad shares his coming-out journey and how his religious upbringing made it even harder.
22:36 – Brad’s expert advice on choosing the perfect shoe.
27:15 – Brad shares his favorite guilty pleasure with us.

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Professional dating coach Rikki Dymond has tips to help you level up your love life, including what NOT to do on dates, how to keep your marriage spicy, and how to carve out some alone time for you and your partner.

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Topics:
2:20 – Top tips for men and women on the dating scene, including why you must take care of yourself first.
4:20 – What behaviors TO AVOID on a date.
7:13 – If you want to get to know someone on a date … put your phone away!
9:30 – How to choose the perfect gift for your significant other.
11:35 – Tips for married people to keep the romance alive.
17:00 – How to stop dating the “wrong” person and start dating the “right” one.
19:40 – Rikki’s take on online dating, and how to do it correctly.
21:40 – A great way to avoid being catfished.
25:30 – Can a pickup line actually work?
28:40 – How you can contact Rikki for coaching.

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Angie Scarth-Johnson is widely considered one of the best rock climbers in the world … and she’s only 18. In fact, she’s one of only a handful of people who’ve conquered a 9A climb. She’ll tell us what motivates her to push herself to the limit, and beyond.

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Topics:
2:00 – Angie shares how it feels to be one of the few people in the world to achieve multiple 9A climbs.
4:30 – The mental discipline that goes into climbing a 9A.
7:30 – Angie explains her decision to not use a coach, and why that works for her.
9:55 – The level of physical fitness climbers need to excel.
14:00 – The mindset of a champion and the determination to never give up.
16:29 – Angie’s take on free solo climbing and what it would take for her to do it.
21:30 – What it means to be “present” when climbing a massive rock formation.
24:50 – When Angie first fell in love with rock climbing.
27:00 – Where is her favorite place in the world to climb?
29:00 – Angie’s next climbing goal is even bigger than a 9A and she’s training for it right now.

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Steve Sayre and Kelsey Bohlen are the director and narrator of the new documentary “Ghosts and the Afterlife,” a film that bills itself as the first truly scientific investigation into ghosts and life after death. They’ll tell us why – based on the research – there is no doubt that life continues after we die.

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Topics:
2:20 – Steve talks about being clinically dead for 15 minutes, and what he saw.
6:40 – This film took 12 years to make. Steve explains why it was important to get it right.
12:00 – How science played a critical role in the making of the film.
16:15 – What happens in a near-death experience when your life “flashes before your eyes.”
19:15 – The critical acclaim and awards the film has garnered.
21:00 – Why skeptics need to see “Ghosts and the Afterlife.”
22:30 – Moshe shares his personal near-death experience.

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Phil Daru has trained NFL players, UFC fighters, world champion boxers, and Olympic athletes; getting them physically, and mentally, fit for competition. He’ll share what it takes to get your body – and mind – into elite condition, and how to become a more confident and powerful person.

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Topics:
2:40 – What Phil’s mindset was like early on in life, and where it is now.
4:55 – Why knowing yourself, and who you truly are, is so important for your journey in life.
9:20 – Why you need to look at yourself as a “high performer” in order to believe in yourself, and achieve your goals.
13:40 – Why it’s important for kids and teenagers to play sports, and how that helps them create strategic approaches to life.
18:00 – How to stack little “wins” throughout the day, and how that can set you up for success.
21:30 – Phil shares some of the biggest name athletes and celebrities he’s trained, including Kevin James, Dustin Poirier, Joanna Jedrzejczyk, and more.
25:00 – Moshe and Phil discuss the mental discipline that martial arts can teach you, and how that can help you thrive.
29:00 – How mediation can help you gain mental clarity and focus.
34:00 – Phil talks about his newest project with Timbaland.

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Moshe moves from the host seat to the guest seat, to share his expertise on real estate and why he thinks it should be your #1 investment strategy this year. Plus, insight on refinancing, owning multiple properties, and making strong – yet, smart – offers.

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Topics:
3:15 – 2023 is a GREAT year to buy a home, but you need to think like a contrarian.
4:45 – The expert strategy behind refinancing your home to combat high interest rates.
6:40 – Should you pursue an adjustable-rate mortgage right now?
8:19 – Be confident enough to make low offers on homes, and don’t cave in!
10:00 – Buying vs Renting, and the most important factors to consider.
11:31 – Why Moshe doesn’t love cryptocurrency as an investment strategy.
14:30 – Offsetting the cost of buying a home through loans, renting, and more.
15:50 – Why Moshe isn’t a huge fan of flipping properties.
18:00 – What you MUST do if you’re looking to buy multiple homes as investments.
20:25 – Are there any dealbreakers when considering buying a certain home?
23:30 – Some practical ways to remove emotion from business.

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Psychologist and intergenerational trauma expert Dr. Mariel Buque joins us to explain how trauma is passed down through generations, the impact it has on our families, and how we can ultimately heal from it.

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Topics
1:30 – Intergenerational trauma has both genetic and psychological components.
4:05 – Who is most susceptible to intergenerational trauma?
6:00 – What are some practical ways to heal your trauma?
10:50 – Why mapping out your family tree is a critical piece of addressing your trauma.
13:30 – How to make sure you don’t pass your trauma down to your kids.
17:28 – Why are so many people reluctant to see a therapist?

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According to the CDC, approximately 96 million Americans have prediabetes which – if left unchecked – often leads to type 2 diabetes. Kim Rose, a dietitian and diabetes expert, explains the causes and symptoms of the disease, and provides insight on how to prevent it and significantly improve your quality of life starting today.

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Topics:
2:15 – Kim explains the difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
4:10 – Is sugar always bad for you? And what about “natural” sugar?
6:30 – Risk factors for type 2 diabetes and how we can make smarter choices.
8:45 – How fiber can help regulate your blood sugar.
12:15 – How a lack of sleep can cause an increase of sugar in the bloodstream.
16:00 – Why it’s so important to get your A1C levels checked early.
21:00 – How Kim thinks we can manage the worldwide obesity crisis.
24:00 – Some of the latest medical advances in treating diabetes.

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Lior Suchard is widely considered one of the greatest mentalists in the world. He’s performed in over 70 countries, toured with Barbara Streisand, and appeared on The Tonight Show, The View, and much more. He shares the process by which he brings his “experiments” to life and explains how he reads people’s thoughts and feelings.

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Topics:
1:00 – The difference between a mentalist and an illusionist.
4:00 – How the psychology of an audience member helps Lior manipulate their mind.
8:00 – How the ideas behind Lior’s experiments come to life.
10:32 – How he ended up on Jay Leno, Larry King, and many more hit shows.
14:32 – Why “experiments” work on some people but not on others.
19:00 – What Lior is most grateful for in his life.

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This time of year, many of us are making resolutions that we’re super excited about … but we’ll probably abandon by February. Certified relationship and life coach Apollonia Ponti has expert strategies to help you see your resolutions through, including how to spot relationship red flags and the two questions you must ask before launching a business.

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Topics:
4:45 – Why setting a clear vision is the first step toward achieving a resolution.
7:10 – Two questions you must answer before launching a business in the new year.
11:00 – What is “relationship accountability” and why is it crucial to helping you find the right mate?
15:20 – How your brain’s “green, red, and yellow” levels shape our behavior and can lead to self-sabotage.
18:20 – If you’re ready to get married, here are the key steps you need to implement.
20:40 – Why feeling genuinely positive is so beneficial for you, and crucial to attracting the right people and the right energy.
24:15 – How you can reach out to Apollonia for relationship and life coaching.

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Adam Von Rothfelder’s career path has taken him from professional mixed martial arts fighting, to personal training, to Versace modeling, to his current role as the Founder and CEO of STRONG Coffee. He’ll share fascinating facts about coffee’s health benefits, what most of us get wrong about coffee, and what his personal journey has taught him about resilience, hard work, and gratitude.

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Topics:
3:45 – The numerous health benefits of coffee.
6:45 – Why Adam considers STRONG coffee to be “coffee with a chaperone.”
9:00 – Adam’s background as a professional MMA fighter, and how that helped him land an NBC show.
12:30 – The customer-first philosophy Adam used to build his personal training business, and how you can use the same idea to build your business.
15:20 – Adam’s advice on how teenagers should train in the gym.
18:35 – Adam’s very surprising answer on which martial arts discipline is the best.
21:35 – How Adam’s losses have shaped who he is as a person and shaped his greatest successes.
23:50 – Adam shares a secret about his life he’s never spoken about before.

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Dave Aizer is a TV Host, lifestyle correspondent, and a guy who was “pregnant” for a weekend. A few months ago, Dave’s pregnant wife pointed out that he wasn’t being empathetic enough. So, they agreed he would wear a pregnancy belly for a weekend to get a sense of what women go through. Dave shares what he learned from the experience, how it’s increased his appreciation for women, and why he NEVER wants to do it again.

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3:10 – Why Dave agreed to wear an empathy pregnancy belly.
5:20 – How much did the belly weigh?
7:30 – How did the “sleeping” part of the experiment go?
9:00 – In addition to sleeping, what were some of the toughest activities to do while “pregnant”?
12:00 – What did Dave learn from this experience?
14:35 – Moshe has ten kids. What have his wife’s experiences with pregnancy been like?
17:20 – Why Dave thinks every guy should wear an empathy belly.
24:50 – What Dave is grateful for.

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Dr. Meredith Broderick, aka the “Sound Sleep Guru” is a triple board-certified sleep doctor. She discusses numerous sleep issues including the benefits of napping, the pros and cons of co-sleeping, how to control nightmares, and how much sleep we truly need.

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Topics:
2:30 – Why TV and cell phones cause so many sleep problems.
4:00 – How important are your mattress, pillows, and sheets?
5:20 – How poor diet impacts our jaw strength and leads to snoring and apnea.
8:30 – Some of the holistic ways to treat sleep disorders.
10:45 – Her advice on co-sleeping.
13:00 – Snoring in children; what it can mean, and what to do about it.
14:30 – How many hours of sleep does the average adult need?
18:45 – What causes nightmares, and how can you control them?
23:15 – How Dr. Broderick’s new skin cleanser helps people who wear sleep apnea masks.
25:45 – When she’s not helping people sleep better, Dr. Broderick has literally climbed some of the most majestic mountains in the world.

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Husband-and-wife internet sensations Steve and Lisa Costa have hundreds of thousands of followers on social media thanks to their clever – and often hilarious – viral videos. They’re giving you the inside scoop on how they create content, how they monetize it, and how you can start doing it right now.

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Topics:
2:00 – The moment they decided to press “record” and become content creators.
4:30 – How they’ve thrived as a couple, and kept it fun, for over 20 years.
5:30 – How Steve and Lisa initially went viral, and how their lives subsequently changed.
9:15 – Their children help them edit their videos … and can be their toughest critics.
11:05 – Why Steve and Lisa think it’s important to shoot fitness videos for their fans.
16:00 – Do they bicker when shooting their videos?
18:00 – How to monetize being a digital content creator.
20:30 – Securing endorsement deals as a content creator.
22:10 – Practical tips on how you can overcome being camera shy.
26:00 – Different types of videos fare better on different platforms.

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Candy Valentino is a powerhouse in the worlds of business leadership, finance, and investing, with over 22 years experience in real estate and over 24 years in acquiring, scaling, and exiting businesses. She’s got expert advice to help you achieve generational wealth and explains why real estate investing offers a huge upside.

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You may not know this, but poor oral health is linked to heart disease, dementia, and more. Dr. Desiree Yazdan breaks down why you must visit the dentist regularly, how to improve your oral care at home, and the best strategies for whitening your teeth and enhancing your smile.

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Topics:
2:00 – Overall health problems caused by poor oral hygiene.
4:15 – Why you need to get your silver fillings replaced from time to time.
5:15 – Why it’s crucial to go to the dentist multiple times a year.
7:30 – How getting X-rays can save you from serious problems.
11:00 – Are cavities genetic or based on the foods you eat?
13:30 – How can we motivate kids to practice good oral hygiene?
16:00 – Should you use whitening strips?
20:00 – How cosmetic dentistry can give you the smile you’ve always wanted.
25:00 – How Dr. Yazdan became fascinated with dentistry.
27:00 – How she helps other doctors grow their businesses.
30:00 – Her hidden talents and hobbies might surprise you!

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Do you wish you could be more focused, more positive, and more mentally disciplined? Dr. Patrick Porter is an expert in brain performance and has dedicated his life to mastering the mind. He’ll explain how to achieve better brain fitness, overcome stress, manage pain, sleep better, and more.

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Topics:
1:50 – How “neuroplasticity” enables us to remold our brains
3:30 – The staggering amount of information we process every second
5:00 – Don’t ignore your “heart brain” and your “gut brain.” They’re crucial to our overall mental and physical health.
9:00 – It doesn’t do us any good to play the victim card. We need to be victors, not victims.
13:30 – How “Brain Tap” helps you optimize your brain’s performance.
18:00 – The difference between the conscious mind and the subconscious mind.
22:00 – The negative cognitive consequences of wishing ill on somebody.
29:00 – How “Brain Tap” can treat concussions and detoxify your brain.
32:00 – Why “Brain Tap” is better than opioids for pain control.
33:00 – Practical tips to stay focused throughout the day.
36:00 – What Dr. Porter is most grateful for.

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Just in time for Halloween, we explore the dark history of Salem, Massachusetts. Sarah Black is an expert on all things Salem, including The Witch Trials. She gives us the inside scoop on the town’s infamous history; shares her own haunted Salem experience; and explains why – at least once – you must spend Halloween there.

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Topics:
2:00 – A historical recap of The Salem Witch Trials.
3:45 – If it wasn’t “witchcraft,” then what was it?
8:15 – Why are people fascinated with being scared?
11:30 – What are the “must-sees” on a historical Salem tour?
15:15 – Is Salem haunted?
20:21 – What is Salem like in October?

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Cristie Besu grew her company “Eat Me Guilt Free” from her kitchen to 8,000 retailers. A huge part of that success is due to the company’s provocative name. Cristie explains the name’s origin, what it represents, and how it’s shaped the company’s branding.

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Topics:
2:00 – Cristie’s mantra is “freedom should not have limitations.” What does that mean to her?
4:00 – Why she named her company “Eat Me Guilt Free.”
8:45 – As an entrepreneur, you have to sometimes stop and appreciate your success.
12:40 – The impact that yoga has had on her life.
15:45 – Why expressing her sexuality is so important to Cristie.
22:00 – The inspiration behind Cristie’s “You Glow Girl” female entrepreneurship grant.

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This week, we’re re-airing one of our most powerful conversations. Mitch Albom is a preeminent author whose books have sold over 40 million copies. His breakthrough memoir “Tuesdays with Morrie” is one of the best-selling memoirs of all-time, and his latest novel, “The Stranger in the Lifeboat” is yet another #1 New York Times bestseller. I spoke with Mitch about his extraordinary career, why he tackles subjects like death, and the lasting impact he hopes his books will have.

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Topics:
2:00 – What Morrie would say about how we’re treating each other today.
4:30 – Mitch tells us about his new book “The Stranger in the Lifeboat.”
6:15 – What would you do if you called out for God, and he arrived?
7:50 – Why Mitch writes about death.
9:50 – A powerful way to reframe how we feel about death.
13:45 – Why the worst thing that happens to you can ultimately become the best thing.
16:20 – Why Mitch has been called “The King of Hope.”
18:00 – The greatest lesson he learned from his time with Morrie.

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Remember the film “War Dogs” about two South Florida guys who became international arms dealers? Well, our guest is David Packouz – one of the guys whose life inspired the film! He’ll tell us about being an arms dealer, the fascinating process by which military contracts are won, and how his inventions have revolutionized music and the way we floss our teeth.

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Topics:
2:00 – How a guy who didn’t even like guns became an arms dealer
5:30 – The fascinating process by which military arms contracts are won
12:00 – Is there “dark money” in the US government, and where does it go?
14:00 – Do arms dealers get paid in cash on-site??
16:45 – What David learned from his experience and how it’s changed him.
22:20 – His “Beat Buddy” musical invention is a drum machine in a foot pedal and will change the way you play music. You’ll never need a live drummer again.
28:00 – His latest invention “Instafloss” is a water flosser that cleans your entire mouth in ten seconds! It’s easy to use and cleans every tooth.
34:00 – David is one of nine children, and currently works with four of his brothers. He explains how his family has stayed so close.
38:00 – How David got over his crippling stage fright and public speaking.

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Kerry Siggins is the CEO of three companies, each of which uses the ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership) model. She shares why it’s crucial to develop an employee-first culture, what she thinks the future of business looks like, and the steps she took in her darkest days to overcome addiction.

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2:00 – Kerry breaks down her three very unique companies
7:00 – Having clarity around your management vision is crucial
10:46 – Why Kerry believes in the ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership) model
15:00 – How an employee ownership model is the evolution of capitalism
18:00 – Why she launched her podcast “Reflect Forward”
21:45 – How she hit rock bottom and then overcame addiction
27:00 – She’s most grateful for feeling a sense of belonging
30:30 – Why she’s a fan of biofield energy tuning

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Alec Torelli is a world-class poker player and poker coach. He explains how playing poker can improve your focus, presence, and ability to read people, and how these skills transfer from the table to your everyday life.

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Topics:
2:20 – How to use poker training throughout life.
6:15 – Stay calm on the outside, even if you’re raging inside.
13:00 – You learn more from losing a hand, than winning one.
15:40 – What it’s like to play a 24-hour poker game.
19:30 – Staying focused when you’re not actively playing a hand.
23:00 – Why Macau is his favorite place to play in the world.
26:00 – How to read people at the table, and in life.
32:00 – Why Alec’s a real estate investor when he’s not playing poker.
37:00 – What he’s grateful for.
41:00 – Why he got into poker in the first place?

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Ana Nikolic and Filip Pogady are world-class musicians, composers, producers, and teachers. They share expert insight on how music brings us together, why it’s never too early – or too late – to learn an instrument, and the best ways to get your kids interested in music now.

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Topics:
1:30 – Why does music move us all?
5:00 – All kids are drawn to music; how do we nurture it?
7:45 – Do we choose our instruments, or do they choose us?
13:58 – Expert tips to make music fun for kids.
17:00 – Is it important to know how to read music?
23:30 – The feeling of playing in front of a packed house.

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Do you want to launch your own company but don’t know how to take the leap? Samia Gore is the founder and CEO of Body Complete Rx and the first black female founder to break significant ground in the male-dominated, nutritional supplement industry. She’ll share the secrets to building an empire and empower you to launch your business and never look back!

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Topics
1:05 – What is Body Complete Rx?
3:00 – What was Samia’s creative inspiration?
6:15 – Why you shouldn’t leave your full-time job when first building your business.
8:55 – Don’t take on a partner, if you don’t have to.
11:15 – How to grow your business via social media.
15:25 – Managing the stress of being an entrepreneur.
17:30 – Samia’s advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.

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Divorce doesn’t have to feel overwhelming and hopeless! Certified Divorce & Co-Parenting Specialist Michelle Dempsey-Multack shares how divorce can be liberating and empowering, and the best thing for you and your children.

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Topics
1:30 – When do you know it’s time to get divorced?
4:45 – It’s okay for a married couple to sleep in separate bedrooms.
5:15 – How to reframe how you feel about getting divorced.
8:45 – Prioritizing YOUR values and your needs in a relationship.
13:40 – How being a product of divorce shapes you.
19:00 – What to look for in a divorce attorney.
24:00 – How Michelle’s book can help you navigate divorce.

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From BBLs, to mommy makeovers and more, South Florida is a hotbed for plastic surgery. And people travel from all over the world to have their procedures done by the one and only Dr. Miami! He’ll explain why plastic surgery isn’t about vanity, how it can be a source of pride and self-confidence, and why he posts many of his procedures on social media.

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Topics
1:15 – Why he got into plastic surgery
6:35 – No matter your field, choosing who you want to work with is crucial
8:50 – Why plastic surgery isn’t about vanity
10:00 – Why he provides certain procedures for free
12:00 – Patient success stories that have moved him
16:15 – The importance of body positivity

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There’s nothing more important than our children, and their education. With schools opening around the country, it’s a great time to examine what our kids are learning. Homeschooling and critical thinking expert Julie Bogart explains why it’s crucial that our kids become critical thinkers and offers advice on how we can empower them to do so.
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Topics
When critical thinking behaviors start in kids - 1:28
Why traditional teaching methods don’t often work - 3:35
Why dissenting opinions are important - 12:00
The benefits of homeschooling 12:55
Statistics don’t lie … or do they? - 17:05
Tips for parents as their kids head back to school - 19:05
How to best serve our kids and empower them - 21:40
Be curious when your kids disagree with you - 25:20

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Devorie Kreiman and her husband lost four of their eight children as infants due to a genetic disorder and a fifth in a drowning accident. Though she endured some incredibly dark times, ultimately through faith, humor, and joy, Devorie found the courage and grace to persevere. She shares her incredible story of resilience with us.
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Animal and conservation expert Ron Magill shares his strong opinions on zoos, the circus, and the future of conservation. Plus, he explains why people are afraid of snakes, offers a mind-blowing factoid about dolphins, and reveals his unusual favorite animal. If you enjoy this episode, please consider leaving a rating and a review. It makes a huge difference in helping us spread the word about the show. Thanks for listening! To join our #POSITIVITY community or to learn more about Moshe, visit https://linktr.ee/moshepopack

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Dr. Bradley Nelson is the CEO of Discover Healing, author of “The Emotion Code,” and one of the world’s foremost experts on natural methods of achieving wellness. He’ll help you release trapped emotions, free yourself from trauma, and live a healthier life. If you enjoy this episode, please consider leaving a rating and a review. It makes a huge difference in helping us spread the word about the show. Thanks for listening! To join our #POSITIVITY community or to learn more about Moshe, visit https://linktr.ee/moshepopack

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Joe Lamp’l, aka “Joe Gardener”, is one of the country’s most recognized and trusted personalities in gardening and green living. He’s got expert tips on how you can grow delicious fruits and veggies on your balcony, your porch, and inside your home! If you enjoy this episode, please consider leaving a rating and a review. It makes a huge difference in helping us spread the word about the show. Thanks for listening! To join our #POSITIVITY community or to learn more about Moshe, visit https://linktr.ee/moshepopack

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Communications expert and Emmy-winning TV host Chris Van Vliet has interviewed countless A-list celebs, including Tom Cruise and The Rock. Here’s what he’s learned from those moments, and how YOU can apply those techniques to thrive in every conversation. If you enjoy this episode, please consider leaving a rating and a review. It makes a huge difference in helping us spread the word about the show. Thanks for listening! To join our #POSITIVITY community or to learn more about Moshe, visit https://linktr.ee/moshepopack

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Bethany Hollars is a financial expert at Brickseek. She and Moshe discuss recession-proof tips to help save you money, take control of your finances, and strengthen your portfolio. If you enjoy this episode, please consider leaving a rating and a review. It makes a huge difference in helping us spread the word about the show. Thanks for listening! To join our #POSITIVITY community or to learn more about Moshe, visit https://linktr.ee/moshepopack

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Andrea Fuentes is a four-time Olympic medalist and a 16-time World Championship medalist. But it’s what she did a few weeks ago that’s most impressive. As Team USA’s head coach at the World Aquatic Championships, Andrea noticed one of her swimmers was unconscious and drowning. Without hesitation, she jumped in the pool, rescued the swimmer, and helped save her life. She shares her heroic story with Moshe. If you enjoy this episode, please consider leaving a rating and a review. It makes a huge difference in helping us spread the word about the show. Thanks for listening! To join our #POSITIVITY community or to learn more about Moshe, visit https://linktr.ee/moshepopack

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Dr. Ira Price is an expert in emergency medicine, chronic pain management, sports medicine and more. And he happens to be a coroner as well. In this episode, he shares innovative ways to treat disease and manage pain, and what being a coroner has taught him about life and death. If you enjoy this episode, please consider leaving a rating and a review. It makes a huge difference in helping us spread the word about the show. Thanks for listening! To join our #POSITIVITY community or to learn more about Moshe, visit https://linktr.ee/moshepopack

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Surfing champion Koa Smith has traveled the world riding extraordinary waves in majestic places. He’s experienced the highs and lows of the sport – including suffering a serious brain injury. He’ll share the life lessons he’s learned from surfing and the steps he took to overcome that injury. If you enjoy this episode, please consider leaving a rating and a review. It makes a huge difference in helping us spread the word about the show. Thanks for listening! To join our #POSITIVITY community or to learn more about Moshe, visit https://linktr.ee/moshepopack

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In 2013, German Aldana suffered a spinal cord injury that rendered him a quadriplegic. He never imagined he would drive a car. But last month, he drove a NASCAR cup car … with his mind! This was due, in large part, to Dr. Scott Falci and his incredible team. Hear this amazing story and its game-changing implications. If you enjoy this episode, please consider leaving a rating and a review. It makes a huge difference in helping us spread the word about the show. Thanks for listening! To join our #POSITIVITY community or to learn more about Moshe, visit https://linktr.ee/moshepopack

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Henley Vazquez is the cofounder of Fora, an ultramodern travel agency. She’s got expert insight on where to travel this summer, how to do so on a budget, and what we can learn from different cultures across our vast country. If you enjoy this episode, please consider leaving a rating and a review. It makes a huge difference in helping us spread the word about the show. Thanks for listening! To join our #POSITIVITY community or to learn more about Moshe, visit https://linktr.ee/moshepopack

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Joe Cohen is an Executive Coach and Leadership Consultant who has consulted for Microsoft, Boeing, the NAVY Seals, and more. He breaks down the most important components of great leadership, including self-awareness, social awareness, relationship management, and self-management. If you enjoy this episode, please consider leaving a rating and a review. It makes a huge difference in helping us spread the word about the show. Thanks for listening! To join our #POSITIVITY community or to learn more about Moshe, visit https://linktr.ee/moshepopack

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Rudy Rochman is a Jewish-Israeli rights activist who travels the world to bring people together and embrace their differences, even if those differences are radical and rooted in hatred. Through empathy, intellect, and courage he strives to find what unites us, rather than what divides us. If you enjoy this episode, please consider leaving a rating and a review. It makes a huge difference in helping us spread the word about the show. Thanks for listening! To join our #POSITIVITY community or to learn more about Moshe, visit https://linktr.ee/moshepopack

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Public speaking anxiety affects a whopping 73% of the population! If it sends shivers down your spine – or you just want to be better at it – this episode is for you. Public Speaking coach, TV host, TEDx Speaker, and author Dave Aizer has expert analysis to turn you into a rockstar public speaker and help you own the room. If you enjoy this episode, please consider leaving a rating and a review. It makes a huge difference in helping us spread the word about the show. Thanks for listening! To join our #POSITIVITY community or to learn more about Moshe, visit https://linktr.ee/moshepopack

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In 2013, Edgar O’Neal, Jr. survived one of the most destructive tornadoes ever. He vowed never to fear tornadoes again and dedicated his life to chasing storms rather than running from them. He shares incredible stories from the life of a professional storm chaser, and discusses the mindset of staring down your greatest fear. If you enjoy this episode, please consider leaving a rating and a review. It makes a huge difference in helping us spread the word about the show. Thanks for listening! To join our #POSITIVITY community or to learn more about Moshe, visit https://linktr.ee/moshepopack

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Attorney and legal analyst Angela Cenedella chats with Moshe about the constitutional implications of hotbed legal issues including Roe v Wade, the Johnny Depp-Amber Heard trial, and freedom of speech on social media. If you enjoy this episode, please consider leaving a rating and a review. It makes a huge difference in helping us spread the word about the show. Thanks for listening! To join our #POSITIVITY community or to learn more about Moshe, visit https://linktr.ee/moshepopack

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Yaron Porter served in the Israeli Special Forces for nearly 12 years in a classified elite counter-terror unit. On this episode of “Common Denominator,” Yaron shares his story of defending Israel during a 2011 terror attack; the crippling PTSD and suicidal thoughts he suffered; the steps he took to rebuild his life; and the work he’s doing to aid fellow Soldiers with PTSD. If you enjoy this episode, please consider leaving a rating and a review. It makes a huge difference in helping us spread the word about the show. Thanks for listening!
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Ryan Turell just led all of college basketball in scoring. Now, the Yeshiva University alum sets his sights on becoming the first Orthodox Jew to play in the N.B.A. He talks faith, focus, and determination with Moshe on the latest episode of “Common Denominator.” If you enjoy this episode, please consider leaving a rating and a review. It makes a huge difference in helping us spread the word about the show. Thanks for listening!
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In this powerful episode, activist, educator, and prolific author Najwa Zebian talks about self-love, courage, and finding the strength to climb and conquer your mountains. She also recalls being displaced from a war-torn Lebanon as a teenager, and sheds light on what Ukrainian refugees are currently experiencing.
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Divorce doesn’t have to feel overwhelming and hopeless! Certified Divorce & Co-Parenting Specialist Michelle Dempsey-Multack shares how divorce can be liberating and empowering, and the best thing for you and your children.

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Topics
1:30 – When do you know it’s time to get divorced?
4:45 – It’s okay for a married couple to sleep in separate bedrooms.
5:15 – How to reframe how you feel about getting divorced.
8:45 – Prioritizing YOUR values and your needs in a relationship.
13:40 – How being a product of divorce shapes you.
19:00 – What to look for in a divorce attorney.
24:00 – How Michelle’s book can help you navigate divorce.

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A recent Gallup poll indicates only 36% of Americans have a “great deal” or a “fair amount” of trust in the media. Award-winning broadcast journalist J.P. Hervis from Brandstory Communications joins us to break down those numbers, explain the fundamental difference between media and journalism, and share why he believes most journalists get it right. Also, J.P. gives us a behind-the-scenes look inside a newsroom and takes us through the decision-making processes that shape news coverage.

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Global risk expert, author, and NYU Professor Dr. Maha Hosain Aziz joined Moshe for the latest episode of Common Denominator. She identified the biggest universal risks in 2022, how we can conquer them collectively, and where to find the next generation of thought leaders. If you enjoy this episode, please consider leaving a rating and a review. It makes a huge difference in helping us spread the word about the show. Thanks for listening!

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Saul Blinkoff is a prolific film animator, producer, and director whose credits include Pocahontas, Mulan, and Tarzan. But Disney rejected him numerous times before he finally found success. Saul shares the inside scoop on the making of animated films, what it takes to realize your dreams, and why your goal should always be “awesomeness.”

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Dr. Kurt Piehler, is an Associate Professor of History at FSU, the director of “The Institute on WWII and the Human Experience”, and the author of “A Religious History of the American G.I. in World War II.” He’ll examine the Russia-Ukraine conflict through the lens of the second World War and shed light on why wars start, how they’re won, and the unique role religion plays in war.

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Mitch Albom is one of the preeminent authors in the world. His books have sold over 40 million copies, and his breakthrough memoir “Tuesdays with Morrie” is one of the best-selling memoirs of all-time. His latest novel, “The Stranger in the Lifeboat” is yet another #1 New York Times bestseller. Mitch talks about his extraordinary career, his artistic inspiration, and the lasting impact he hopes his books will have.

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Celebrity Chef Robyn Almodovar won the Food Network’s “Chopped” and “Cutthroat Kitchen” and was a finalist on FOX’s “Hell’s Kitchen” with Chef Gordon Ramsey. She’ll share her favorite memories from those shows, tell us how a shared love of food can bring people together, and explain why plant-based protein is good for you, and the planet.

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Dr. Susan Schneider’s credentials include: the NASA Chair and a Distinguished Scholar for the Library of Congress, the Founding Director for “The Center for the Future Mind” at Florida Atlantic University, and the author of “Artificial You: A.I. and the Future of the Mind.” She and Moshe chat about artificial intelligence, the impact of technology on society, and answer the burning question: what the heck is the metaverse and why should you care!

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T-ROC CEO and retail expert Brett Beveridge joined Moshe for the latest episode of “Common Denominator.” They discussed why companies large and small must lean into technology if they want to survive and thrive. Plus, Brett shares the story behind how he built “Let’s Talk Cellular and Wireless”, grew it to 300 locations and ultimately sold it to Nextel.

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The Super Bowl is almost here. And we’re talking with Roman Harper, who won the big game as a New Orleans Saint in 2010. He reminisces about that incredible moment and what it meant to a community still reeling from Hurricane Katrina. Plus, he shares his take on the new United States Football League, whether children should play tackle football, and how his foundation empowers kids to thrive, on and off the field.

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Anita DeFrantz is one of the most influential women in sports over the past 50 years. She captained the U.S. women’s rowing team that won bronze in the 1976 Olympics, served as the first female vice president for the International Olympic Committee, and was the president of the LA84 Foundation, which enriched the Los Angeles community after it hosted the 1984 Games. She’ll share incredible memories and insight from her life as an Olympian, including her thoughts on boycotts, the host-country selection process, and how the U.S. will fare in the Beijing Games.

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Meet Bianca Abbott. She’s a Licensed Holistic Nurse Practitioner, Transformational Wellness Coach, and Kundalini Yoga Teacher. Bianca believes the best way to treat mental illness is by integrating Eastern and Western methodologies. She’ll explain why and share her thoughts on the benefits of ketamine-assisted psychotherapy.

Common Denominator is a podcast that celebrates free speech. Guests are encouraged to share their views which may or may not coincide with the views of the host, Moshe Popack. Any views expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the guidance of local and global health agencies. If you have questions regarding this program, we encourage you to comment or message Moshe for further discussion.

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Financial expert Shani Curry is the head of Purse Empowerment. She’s got expert advice to help you manage your student loan debt, tackle your fiscal fears, and set your kids up for scholarships.

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Rob Greenfield is an activist and humanitarian who lives in service to humanity and earth. To shine a light on sustainability, he’s grown and foraged 100% of his food, worn pounds of trash, and eaten from dumpsters! Hear his message of hope and compassion.

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Samia Gore is the first black female founder to break significant ground in the male-dominated, nutritional supplement industry. Her product line, Body Complete Rx, has surpassed $10 million in sales in just four years! Samia shares her entrepreneurship journey and provides the blueprint for you to create a thriving business.

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The space tourism sector is booming! But, is that a good thing? An astrophysicist breaks down the pros and cons of the space race, and if we should set our sights on Mars.

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Looking to jumpstart your love life … in and out of the bedroom? Our sex and relationship expert has the tips you need to spice things up.

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Can movie theatres mount a comeback? Is technology ruining storytelling? And an insider’s perspective on the tragic events on the set of Alec Baldwin’s film “Rust.” Join us this week as we chat with Miami-Dade Film & Entertainment Commissioner, Sandy Lighterman.

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Learn the essentials of home-schooling and at-home learning from a Harvard-educated advocate, author, and teacher.

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University of Miami scientist Dr. Jean-Hubert Olivier shares his thoughts on the COP26 Conference, how the U.S. can take the lead in renewable energy, and why we must go all-in on solar and wind energy.

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Chris Sayegh, aka The Herbal Chef, seeks to destigmatize plant medicine through modern cuisine. Learn why he believes adding cannabis to your food is great for your health.

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Nissim Black went from gang member to faith healer. Music saved his life and now he’s paying it forward.

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The devastating relationship between mental illness and substance abuse. Nearly ONE IN FIVE U.S. adults lives with mental illness. Are we doing enough to help them? An expert weighs in.

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Ready to improve your fitness, mindfulness, and nutrition without leaving home? NEOU is a digital wellness platform that’s revolutionizing better health. Join Moshe this week for a chat with Nate Forster, CEO & Founder of NEOU.

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In the past few months, Haitians have endured a presidential assassination, a devastating earthquake, and a US migration crisis. A prominent Haitian American activist explores her people’s resolve and why they are determined for a better life.

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Mental performance coach Matt Savarick trains business leaders and world-class athletes. He’s got expert strategies to help you level up your game, professionally, personally, and athletically. Why should business tycoons and elite athletes corner the market on peak mental performance? Learn the strategies that work in this week's Common Denominator exclusive.

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Gold Rush or Fool’s Gold? Cryptocurrency analyst Scott Melker says now’s the time to invest in crypto. Why he’s so confident it’s the next big thing.

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Home prices around the country are up 32% since last year! An expert says don’t expect a crash like 2008. Home prices soar! Selling or buying, what it means for you.

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Climate change, a catastrophe in the making. An expert says we have options. Join us this week for a discussion with CBS News Meteorologist and Climate Specialist, Jeff Berardelli.

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Kids across the country are heading back to school – some, for the first time in 18 months. Child counselor Dr. Rachna Buxani-Mirpuri provides expert strategies to help you identify, and address, your children’s anxieties.

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Playwright Sarah Tuft is the author of “110 STORIES”, a moment-by-moment journey through 9/11 as told by eyewitnesses, survivors, and recovery workers. Sarah shares heartbreaking and inspiring accounts from her play and explains why the show’s message of compassion still resonates 20 years later.
The play is published by Playscripts and can be found at http://www.playscripts.com/play/2487

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Lt. Col. Gabor Boda (U.S. Army, Ret.) breaks down how America mishandled its Afghanistan withdrawal, and what that means for the future of Afghanistan and for America’s standing in the world.

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A Monster.com survey indicates a whopping 95% of workers are considering leaving their jobs for a fresh start. We’ve got expert advice on the essential steps you must take before making the jump.

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Kenny Kramer is the inspiration behind the iconic Seinfeld character “Kramer” . He’ll reveal why Larry David based the character on him and give us a Kramer-like bus tour of his favorite Seinfeld moments.

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Brett Chan is a Hollywood stunt coordinator and director, with over 160 film and TV credits including “The Last Samurai,” “Catwoman,” and “Twilight.” He’ll break down the complex choreography behind some of your favorite fight scenes and share what it’s like to “fight” Tom Cruise, Halle Berry, and more.

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What do NASA and “The Terminator” have in common? And what does that mean for the future of space travel? It all comes down to the concept of swarm intelligence.
Cognitive scientist Dr. Elan Barenholtz explores the world of A.I. at The Center for the Future Mind at Florida Atlantic University. Join him and Moshe as they discuss the most exciting developments in the field, where it’s headed, and how A.I. will impact our lives in ways you never imagined.

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In 2018, Mike Shoreman was stricken by Ramsay Hunt Syndrome, a neurological condition which caused facial paralysis and vertigo and led to clinical depression. Now, he’s come through the worst of it and is at peace. In a few weeks he’ll become the first disabled person to paddleboard from the U.S. to Canada, all to raise money for mental health charities.

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If you’re tired… well, if you’re just plain tired because everything has you so overwhelmed, join Pavlina Osta's conversation with Moshe on this week's podcast. Pavlina Osta is a best-selling author & podcaster.She will share expert strategies on mindset, motivation, and money.

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After treating patients with chronic diseases in the Emergency Room every day for many years, Dr. Sonali Ruder developed an interest in the role that food and diet can play in preventing disease. Instead of simply writing a prescription, she started counseling patients on ways they could take control of their health through dietary and lifestyle changes. Dr. Sonali Ruder DO is a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician, trained chef, mom, and cookbook author.

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Sixteen-year-old Ezra Frech is an incredible young man. He’s a U.S. Paralympian who will compete in the high jump, long jump and 100 meters in the Tokyo Paralympic games. He’s also an inspirational speaker and the founder of Angel City Sports, an organization for children, adults, and wounded warriors with disabilities.

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Warren Tuttle is the author of “Inventor Confidential” and the former president of the United Inventor’s Association. He’s helped launch numerous consumer products resulting in over a billion dollars in retail sales! In this episode he breaks down the steps you need to take to get your great idea to market, and the pitfalls to avoid along the way.

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This week’s guest is internationally renowned mentalist, Guy Bavli, aka “The Master of the Mind.” Guy’s performed over 6,000 live shows, and appeared on NBC’s “Phenomenon” and The History Channel’s “Stan Lee’s Superhumans.” He’s bent spoons, driven blindfolded, and even stopped his own heart. He’ll share the stories behind his most amazing illusions and even conduct one with Moshe on the show!

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Dr. Nick Tsaggarelis is an expert in physical medicine and performance therapy. He concentrates on the four pillars of sleep, nutrition, mindset, and movement to help improve your physical, spiritual, and emotional fitness. If you’re struggling to overcome injury or just want to feel healthier, this is a can’t-miss episode.

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This week’s guest is photographer Marisha Camp, whose subjects include Bruce Springsteen, Al Pacino and Gloria Steinem. She’ll share what it takes to capture a great photo, what photography has taught her about humanity, and how she uses the camera lens to help her overcome profound shyness.

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Antonio Neves is the author of Stop Living on Autopilot, host of The Best Thing podcast, and an internationally recognized leadership speaker. He is a success coach, professional question asker and storyteller.

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Melissa Bernstein is the co-founder of the uber-successful toy company ‘Melissa and Doug,” which she started with her husband in 1988. The company’s created nearly 10,000 toys and sells almost 100 million toys a year! … Melissa’s written a new book called “LifeLines: An Inspirational Journey from Profound Darkness to Radiant Light” which depicts her personal journey to overcome depression and anxiety, and experience true joy.

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Join Moshe Popack for Episode 3 of the Common Denominator for a conversation with Shira Rubinoff, a recognized cybersecurity executive and influencer.

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In 2012, doctors diagnosed T.J. Sharpe with stage 4 melanoma and gave him two years to live. Stage 4 melanoma He enrolled in a clinical trial in 2012, but it didn’t work. Undaunted, he remained determined to live, despite increasingly overwhelming odds. Refusing to accept his prognosis, T.J. endured numerous surgeries and two grueling clinical trials, the second of which saved his life.

Join Moshe and T.J. for a straight up conversation on the power of never giving up.

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From teenage junkie to TEDx speaker, Jordana Goldlist aims to disrupt the status quo and help people realize their own potential. Tune in to hear her speak with Moshe in a straight-up conversation.

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