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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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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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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Time Stamps:
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”!

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.

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.

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?

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

“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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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Time Stamps:
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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.”

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.

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.

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?!?

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

 

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.”

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.