This week, I chat with fitness icon and entrepreneur Greg O’Gallagher. You probably know him from KinoBody, his programs have transformed hundreds of thousands of bodies around the world, and his approach has completely shifted how people think about fat loss and aesthetics.

In this episode, we go deep—really deep. We talk about how fitness competitions can be a mental illness, why most people overtrain and undereat, and how true transformation starts with identity. Greg breaks down why building muscle is a strength game (not a volume one), why intermittent fasting is the most powerful fat-loss hack, and how embracing discomfort—like hunger and minimal workouts—can unlock the best version of you.

He also opens up about his own spiritual and personal growth journey, the importance of enjoying the process (not just chasing the six-pack), and why Ozempic, steroids, and extreme dieting are masking the real issue: mindset. If you’ve ever struggled with consistency, self-image, binge eating, or motivation—this is the episode to hear.

Whether you're just starting your fitness journey or want to take it to elite levels, Greg drops truths that could rewire your entire approach to health and success.

This podcast is sponsored by Deep Social Brands, a boutique content agency I co-founded with world-class content strategist Jamey Lee. Over the past 4 years we’ve helped well over 100 clients gain nearly half a billion views, acquire millions of followers and generate millions of dollars in sales, collectively. Our team handles everything from

1. Crafting a world-class social media strategy, content scripting & ideation
2. Professional production including filming & editing numerous styles of content as well as;
3. Posting & managing the content distribution + community engagement on the following social media platforms :TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube & LinkedIn.

Curious to learn more? Here is an explainer deck for our services. This deck has some of our client results, but there are more on our website.  Further, here are some video testimonials as well. Feel free to get in touch with me at deepak@deepsocialbrands.com if you think you might be a good fit!

This podcast is also sponsored by Put Out Content, where you can get custom social media strategy, content scripting and 1-1 coaching with world class content-strategist, Jamey Lee. Check out www.putoutcontent.com to learn more!

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This week, I chat with my good friend Evan Kluge, founder of Serenity, Miami's innovative botanical wellness bar that's changing how people socialize without alcohol.

In this episode, Evan shares his incredible journey from a devastating car accident that severed his spine to discovering the healing power of plant-based alternatives like Mitragyna speciosa (commonly known as Kratom) and Kava. We dive deep into how this personal health crisis led him to create meticulously formulated botanical products that provide focus, clarity, and relaxation without the negative effects of alcohol or pharmaceuticals.Evan opens up about the struggles of entrepreneurship, the challenges of building a premium wellness brand, and his vision to create the "Starbucks of botanicals." We discuss everything from sourcing ingredients directly from farms in Indonesia to creating a high-end social space where people can connect authentically without the downsides of traditional nightlife.Whether you're curious about botanical alternatives, entrepreneurship, or creating meaningful social spaces, Evan's story will inspire you to think differently about wellness, community, and what it takes to build something truly revolutionary.

This podcast is sponsored by Deep Social Brands, a boutique content agency I co-founded with world-class content strategist Jamey Lee. Over the past 4 years we’ve helped well over 100 clients gain nearly half a billion views, acquire millions of followers and generate millions of dollars in sales, collectively. Our team handles everything from

1. Crafting a world-class social media strategy, content scripting & ideation
2. Professional production including filming & editing numerous styles of content as well as;
3. Posting & managing the content distribution + community engagement on the following social media platforms :TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube & LinkedIn.

Curious to learn more? Here is an explainer deck for our services. This deck has some of our client results, but there are more on our website.  Further, here are some video testimonials as well. Feel free to get in touch with me at deepak@deepsocialbrands.com if you think you might be a good fit!

This podcast is also sponsored by Put Out Content, where you can get custom social media strategy, content scripting and 1-1 coaching with world class content-strategist, Jamey Lee. Check out www.putoutcontent.com to learn more!

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Welcome back to It’s Not That Deep, where we break down success stories and strategies from entrepreneurs, investors, and thought leaders across various industries. I’m your host, Deepak Sharma, and today, I’ve got an incredible guest—Shane Seo, real estate investor, developer, fund manager, and owner of Seo Capital Group.

Shane is known as the king of helping people acquire real estate with $0 down through creative financing, and today we’re diving into exactly what that means. Shane and I have talked about his journey before, from getting into real estate at 30, to pulling off his first deal without the confidence we assume successful people always have. We’ll cover how he went from owning karate schools to building a real estate empire, the power of mentorship, and of course, some of his wildest stories in real estate.

You’ll hear firsthand how Shane deals with the stress of the game, how to overcome the fear of taking the leap, and what you can learn from his experiences to level up your own investing journey. You don’t want to miss this episode—it’s packed with insights that will change the way you look at real estate.

This podcast is sponsored by Deep Social Brands, a boutique content agency I co-founded with world-class content strategist Jamey Lee. Over the past 4 years we’ve helped well over 100 clients gain nearly half a billion views, acquire millions of followers and generate millions of dollars in sales, collectively. Our team handles everything from

1. Crafting a world-class social media strategy, content scripting & ideation
2. Professional production including filming & editing numerous styles of content as well as;
3. Posting & managing the content distribution + community engagement on the following social media platforms :TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube & LinkedIn.

Curious to learn more? Here is an explainer deck for our services. This deck has some of our client results, but there are more on our website.  Further, here are some video testimonials as well. Feel free to get in touch with me at deepak@deepsocialbrands.com if you think you might be a good fit!

This podcast is also sponsored by Put Out Content, where you can get custom social media strategy, content scripting and 1-1 coaching with world class content-strategist, Jamey Lee. Check out www.putoutcontent.com to learn more!

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This week, I chat with one of my closest friends & advisors, Hayden Cashion, founder of Cashion Marketing & Modern Marketing. Hayden is one of the world’s leading experts in in all things digital marketing.

In this episode, we discuss Hayden's journey of entrepreneurship, building a marketing agency, effective strategies for growing your business online, and the importance of storytelling. He also shares actionable tips for entrepreneurs dealing with burnout, productivity hacks & insights in to day-to-day systems that set him up for success. If you're interested in marketing or looking to elevate your brand, this conversation is packed with insights!

This podcast is sponsored by Deep Social Brands, a boutique content agency I co-founded with world-class content strategist Jamey Lee. Over the past 4 years we’ve helped well over 100 clients gain nearly half a billion views, acquire millions of followers and generate millions of dollars in sales, collectively. Our team handles everything from

1. Crafting a world-class social media strategy, content scripting & ideation
2. Professional production including filming & editing numerous styles of content as well as;
3. Posting & managing the content distribution + community engagement on the following social media platforms :TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube & LinkedIn.

Curious to learn more? Here is an explainer deck for our services. This deck has some of our client results, but there are more on our website.  Further, here are some video testimonials as well. Feel free to get in touch with me at deepak@deepsocialbrands.com if you think you might be a good fit!

This podcast is also sponsored by Put Out Content, where you can get custom social media strategy, content scripting and 1-1 coaching with world class content-strategist, Jamey Lee. Check out www.putoutcontent.com to learn more!

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Today I chat with my good friend Alex Evans. Alex is the founder of Raging Agency, a marketing firm specializing in the restaurant and hospitality industry. Based in Miami, Florida, Alex has made a significant impact on how restaurants approach their marketing strategies. With a background in Brand Management and Advertising, he focuses on tailored, data-driven strategies that move away from generic marketing plans.

Under his leadership, Raging Agency has been instrumental in helping restaurants like Mad Chicken and Chubby's Cheesesteaks expand their operations and significantly increase their revenues. One of the agency's standout tools is the "100K Restaurant Accelerator," a proprietary system designed to help restaurants scale successfully while maintaining the success of their original locations. Alex's commitment to the industry is also demonstrated by his efforts to help restaurants build direct relationships with customers, reducing reliance on social media platforms.

Raging Agency has successfully collaborated with various popular restaurants across the United States, cementing its reputation as a key player in the restaurant marketing sector.

In this episode we talk about his humble beginnings, being a Russian orphan who had the goal of feeling 1 million under-privileged people, sales, mindset and much more

This podcast is sponsored by Deep Social Brands, a boutique content agency I co-founded with world-class content strategist Jamey Lee. Over the past 4 years we’ve helped well over 100 clients gain nearly half a billion views, acquire millions of followers and generate millions of dollars in sales, collectively. Our team handles everything from

1. Crafting a world-class social media strategy, content scripting & ideation
2. Professional production including filming & editing numerous styles of content as well as;
3. Posting & managing the content distribution + community engagement on the following social media platforms :TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube & LinkedIn.

Curious to learn more? Here is an explainer deck for our services. This deck has some of our client results, but there are more on our website.  Further, here are some video testimonials as well. Feel free to get in touch with me at deepak@deepsocialbrands.com if you think you might be a good fit!

This podcast is also sponsored by Put Out Content, where you can get custom social media strategy, content scripting and 1-1 coaching with world class content-strategist, Jamey Lee. Check out www.putoutcontent.com to learn more!

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This week, I chat with my friend and client Richie Monis, founder and CEO of Craft Cartel, a cocktail catering service based in South Florida. Richie has helped many big brands throw incredible events and Richie himself has been a bartender and in the service industry for decades.

In this episode, we talk about everything from travel and entrepreneurship, to cocktail 101, running a business in Miami / South Florida and SO much more

This podcast is sponsored by Deep Social Brands, a digital marketing agency I co-founded which focuses on personal branding for pro athletes, businesses and influencers. Deep Social Brands leverages organic growth on apps like TikTok and Instagram leaving our clients with millions of views that translate into business value. Head over to DeepSocialBrands.com to learn more.

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his week, I chat with my brother from day 1, Adam Chapman, the founder of of Pad Pal & Home Services University. Pad Pal offers a range of home services, from window cleaning to driveway sealing, holiday lights and more. In this episode, you’ll learn about Adam’s journey and commitment to excellence as he strives to become the ultimate property service provider. Learn about Adam's dedication, his unique approach to customer care, and how Pad Pal continues to evolve with your needs. It’s really an honor to see what my brother Chap has done in the home services arena and now what he’s empowering thousands more to do on their one with Home Service University. Check out all his links here: https://stan.store/homeserviceking?fbclid=PAAabWcRGUa79EXlQuvrvoztA_Ipsj6etRTFb470CBn9T0Ln53x6vsVxIfPkk_aem_AeZyRKl1__WDCfIkZ5bND72CaLoincxcgompqgVhZywfhC8Cc4M8jOj0UAubV-28O4E This podcast is sponsored by Deep Social Brands, a digital marketing agency I co-founded which focuses on personal branding for pro athletes, businesses and influencers. Deep Social Brands leverages organic growth on apps like TikTok and Instagram leaving our clients with millions of views that translate into business value. Head over to DeepSocialBrands.com to learn more. This podcast is also sponsored by Deep Drip Coffee. This is a personal passion project of mine as I have always wanted to have a physical product that can help me connect with other creators and outstanding people - and what better product to do than coffee, where so many incredible conversations begin? Deep Drip is some of the best coffee you'll ever try and I'm not just saying that: try it for yourself @ www.deepdrip.co and use code word DEEP10 for 10% off any bag! Here are 2 ways you can help the podcast grow! Leave a Rating and review HERE Share it on social media and tag me @deepaksharma.co Enjoy this episode and just remember, It's Not That Deep

This week, I chat with Mike Linares, the founder of Simple Nursing. In this episode, Mike shares the inspiration behind the creation of Simple Nursing and how his innovative approach to teaching has revolutionized the way nursing students learn and prepare for their careers. We'll also uncover some of the key strategies and resources that have made Simple Nursing a trusted name in nursing education. This podcast is sponsored by Deep Social Brands, a digital marketing agency I co-founded which focuses on personal branding for pro athletes, businesses and influencers. Deep Social Brands leverages organic growth on apps like TikTok and Instagram leaving our clients with millions of views that translate into business value. Head over to DeepSocialBrands.com to learn more. This podcast is also sponsored by Deep Drip Coffee. This is a personal passion project of mine as I have always wanted to have a physical product that can help me connect with other creators and outstanding people - and what better product to do than coffee, where so many incredible conversations begin? Deep Drip is some of the best coffee you'll ever try and I'm not just saying that: try it for yourself @ www.deepdrip.co and use code word DEEP10 for 10% off any bag! Here are 2 ways you can help the podcast grow! Leave a Rating and review HERE Share it on social media and tag me @deepaksharma.co Enjoy this episode and just remember, It's Not That Deep

This week, I chat with Alicia Dunams, a renowned author, speaker, and entrepreneur, whose inspiring journey and invaluable insights have transformed countless lives. From her best-selling books to her dynamic speaking engagements, Alicia Dunams is a force to be reckoned with in the world of personal development and business growth. In this episode, we explore Alicia's innovative strategies for success, drawing from her own experiences as well as her work with top leaders and organizations. Discover the keys to unlocking your true potential, navigating life's challenges, and creating a lasting impact on the world. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or simply seeking inspiration for personal growth, this conversation with Alicia Dunams is a must-listen. This podcast is sponsored by Deep Social Brands, a digital marketing agency I co-founded which focuses on personal branding for pro athletes, businesses and influencers. Deep Social Brands leverages organic growth on apps like TikTok and Instagram leaving our clients with millions of views that translate into business value. Head over to DeepSocialBrands.com to learn more. This podcast is also sponsored by Deep Drip Coffee. This is a personal passion project of mine as I have always wanted to have a physical product that can help me connect with other creators and outstanding people - and what better product to do than coffee, where so many incredible conversations begin? Deep Drip is some of the best coffee you'll ever try and I'm not just saying that: try it for yourself @ www.deepdrip.co and use code word DEEP10 for 10% off any bag! Here are 2 ways you can help the podcast grow! Leave a Rating and review HERE Share it on social media and tag me @deepaksharma.co Enjoy this episode and just remember, It's Not That Deep

This week, I chat with client and friend Dr. Hamid Nassery, a practicing dentist for over 30 years. He’s the founder of Real Smile Dentistry in Miami, Florida - a dentistry practice that helps thousands of patients transform their life. Now, Dr. Nassery is not your average dentist - in fact, we’ve helped him go viral on social media for his more functional approach to dentistry that takes into account human physiology and lifestyle choices and how that impacts your overall health. The biggest recurring theme of Dr. Nassery’s content and message is to breathe through your nose EXCLUSIVELY (No mouth breathing whatsoever). This, along with many other practical changes to your lifestyle can have a dramatic impact on your appearance, your well-being, your lifespan as well as your healthspan. Dr. Nassery’s approach merges philosophies of eastern and western medicine to create a protocol borrowed from experts all over the world, that he now teaches other dentists as well in seminars. I absolutely love working with and learning from Dr. Nassery, it was an honour to have him on It’s Not That Deep - I hope you all enjoy this episode This podcast is sponsored by Deep Social Brands, a digital marketing agency I co-founded which focuses on personal branding for entrepreneurs, pro athletes, businesses and everyone in-between. Deep Social Brands leverages organic growth on apps like TikTok and Instagram leaving our clients with millions of views that translate into millions of dollars for your business/brand. Head over to DeepSocialBrands.com to get started. Here are 2 ways you can help the podcast grow! Leave a Rating and review HERE Share it on social media and tag me @deepaksharma.co Enjoy this episode and just remember, It's Not That Deep

This week, I chat with my good friend Brett Kauffman. Brett is an email-marketing and copywriting wizard. Owner of Well Spring Media, Brett’s main offer is helping business owners get their emails out of the spam tab and into the primary tab - helping businesses expand and grow their reach. In this episode, we dive into how Brett has helped his clients generate over $75M and we also talk a little bit about why he loved Miami, Salsa, and Bachata! This podcast is sponsored by Deep Social Brands, a digital marketing agency I co-founded which focuses on personal branding for pro athletes, businesses and influencers. Deep Social Brands leverages organic growth on apps like TikTok and Instagram leaving our clients with millions of views that translate into business value. Head over to DeepSocialBrands.com to learn more. Here are 2 ways you can help the podcast grow! Leave a Rating and review HERE Share it on social media and tag me @deepaksharma.co Enjoy this episode and just remember, It's Not That Deep

Michael Lupolover is a successful lawyer & serial entrepreneur based in Miami FL. He’s also the proud founder of the Lupo Yacht Club, an exclusive membership club that allows its patrons to become fractional owners of a super yacht. Owning 2 x 70-foot super yachts and having a massive villa in Sunny Isles, Lupo knows not only how to work hard, but also how to play hard. Deep Social has been running Mr. Lupolover’s content so it’s been an honor to record this podcast on his yacht. This was a fun episode I hope you enjoy This podcast is sponsored by Deep Social Brands, a digital marketing agency I co-founded which focuses on personal branding for pro athletes, businesses, and influencers. Deep Social Brands leverages organic growth on apps like TikTok and Instagram leaving our clients with millions of views that translate into business value. Head over to [DeepSocialBrands.com](http://deepsocialbrands.com/) to learn more. This podcast is also sponsored by Deep Drip Coffee. This is a personal passion project of mine as I have always wanted to have a physical product that can help me connect with other creators and outstanding people - and what better product to do than coffee, where so many incredible conversations begin? Deep Drip is some of the best coffee you'll ever try and I'm not just saying that: try it for yourself @ [www.deepdrip.co](http://www.deepdrip.co/) and use code word DEEP10 for 10% off any bag! Here are 2 ways you can help the podcast grow! Leave a Rating and review [HERE](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast...) Share it on social media and tag me @deepaksharma.co Enjoy this episode and just remember, [It's Not That Deep](http://www.deepaksharma.co/)

This week, I chat with my good friend Jackson Hightower, a sex coach and master of male performance, who’s been doing the real work—educating and empowering men to reclaim their vitality and control over their sexual energy.

In this episode, we go deep—pun intended.

We talk about the hidden epidemic of porn addiction and how it’s rewiring the male brain and killing confidence, relationships, and real intimacy. Jackson shares his journey from fumbling early experiences to becoming a global voice in male sexual wellness. He breaks down the art of sexual mastery, explains how porn destroys dopamine regulation, and reveals how men can train like “sex athletes” to become confident lovers through practical tools like mindful masturbation, edging, cold therapy, and even herbal supplementation.

This podcast is sponsored by Deep Social Brands, a boutique content agency I co-founded with world-class content strategist Jamey Lee. Over the past 4 years we’ve helped well over 100 clients gain nearly half a billion views, acquire millions of followers and generate millions of dollars in sales, collectively. Our team handles everything from

1. Crafting a world-class social media strategy, content scripting & ideation
2. Professional production including filming & editing numerous styles of content as well as;
3. Posting & managing the content distribution + community engagement on the following social media platforms :TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube & LinkedIn.

Curious to learn more? Here is an explainer deck for our services. This deck has some of our client results, but there are more on our website.  Further, here are some video testimonials as well. Feel free to get in touch with me at deepak@deepsocialbrands.com if you think you might be a good fit!

This podcast is also sponsored by Put Out Content, where you can get custom social media strategy, content scripting and 1-1 coaching with world class content-strategist, Jamey Lee. Check out www.putoutcontent.com to learn more!

Here are 2 ways you can help the podcast grow!

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Enjoy this episode and just remember, It's Not That Deep

This week, I chat with Denise Lee, founder of Alala, a successful athleisure brand for women. Alala is THE go-to wardrobe for vibrant women with sophisticated styles who are moved by life. Denise’s brand is really cool because it believes in creating timeless staple pieces that are trend and gimmick-free and very high quality. In this episode, we chat about how the brand went from 0-7+ figures in 18 months as well as her plan for taking it to 8 figures and beyond. We chat about her goals for selling the company, and we touch on what it’s like being an immigrant entrepreneur. This podcast is sponsored by Deep Social Brands, a digital marketing agency I co-founded which focuses on personal branding for pro athletes, businesses, and influencers. Deep Social Brands leverages organic growth on apps like TikTok and Instagram leaving our clients with millions of views that translate into business value. Head over to DeepSocialBrands.com to learn more. This podcast is also sponsored by Deep Drip Coffee. This is a personal passion project of mine as I have always wanted to have a physical product that can help me connect with other creators and outstanding people - and what better product to do than coffee, where so many incredible conversations begin? Deep Drip is some of the best coffee you'll ever try and I'm not just saying that: try it for yourself @ www.deepdrip.co and use code word DEEP10 for 10% off any bag! Here are 2 ways you can help the podcast grow! Leave a Rating and review HERE Share it on social media and tag me @deepaksharma.co Enjoy this episode and just remember, It's Not That Deep

This week, I chat with my good friend Jeremy Abrahamson @coachjeremy305, the Founder of Microdosing Mastermind, which helps thousands of people heal their brains holistically. Put short, he’s on a mission to save the world from itself in many ways. Jeremy is passionate about holistic living, biohacking, mental and physical health, and living the best life possible. If you have seen any of Jeremy's content on his TikTok (over 1.4M Followers), you’ll know that he has a very in-your-face approach to calling out the consumption habits of people in Western society. In this episode, we dive into some of the major catalyst moments that made Jeremy who he is today, his view on things like vaping, chemicals, and the eating habits of people in the West. We also touch on relationships, his physical and spiritual non-negotiables, and much much more. This podcast is sponsored by Deep Social Brands, a digital marketing agency I co-founded which focuses on personal branding for pro athletes, businesses, and influencers. Deep Social Brands leverages organic growth on apps like TikTok and Instagram leaving our clients with millions of views that translate into business value. Head over to DeepSocialBrands.com to learn more. This podcast is also sponsored by Deep Drip Coffee. This is a personal passion project of mine as I have always wanted to have a physical product that can help me connect with other creators and outstanding people - and what better product to do than coffee, where so many incredible conversations begin? Deep Drip is some of the best coffee you'll ever try and I'm not just saying that: try it for yourself @ www.deepdrip.co and use code word DEEP10 for 10% off any bag! Here are 2 ways you can help the podcast grow! Leave a Rating and review HERE Share it on social media and tag me @deepaksharma.co Enjoy this episode and just remember, It's Not That Deep

This week, I chat with Nicole Garcia, the Jet Empress. Nicole is one of the worlds top private jet brokers and is an expert on all things private aviation. Nicole is a friend of ours as well as a client of Deep Social Brands! She works for Jet Luxe, a Dubai based jet company and is also building her own platform, EmpressJets. In this episode, we dive into the private jet industry and how she got into it as well as some really cool inside insights on the space as a whole. This podcast is sponsored by Deep Social Brands, a digital marketing agency I co-founded which focuses on personal branding for pro athletes, businesses and influencers. Deep Social Brands leverages organic growth on apps like TikTok and Instagram leaving our clients with millions of views that translate into business value. Head over to DeepSocialBrands.com to learn more. This podcast is also sponsored by Deep Drip Coffee. This is a personal passion project of mine as I have always wanted to have a physical product that can help me connect with other creators and outstanding people - and what better product to do than coffee, where so many incredible conversations begin? Deep Drip is some of the best coffee you'll ever try and I'm not just saying that: try it for yourself @ www.deepdrip.co and use code word DEEP10 for 10% off any bag! Here are 2 ways you can help the podcast grow! Leave a Rating and review HERE Share it on social media and tag me @deepaksharma.co Enjoy this episode and just remember, It's Not That Deep

This week, I chat with my good friend & client Dallas Blanton. Dallas is a real estate agent and investor currently operating out of Atlanta with plans to expand into many other states in the US and beyond. In this episode we dive into some of the crazy stories of his Real Estate journey to date, the day-to-day realities of actually being in the real estate space, as well as how he keeps his body and mind sharp to compete in the shark-infested waters of the property game. This is a special podcast to me because it’s kicking off what feels like a new season / new chapter in the It’s Not That Deep Journey. And there’s nobody I’d rather do that with than one of our longest-standing clients at Deep Social Brands, my brother Dallas. This podcast is sponsored by Deep Social Brands, a creative agency I co-founded where we strategize, script out, film, edit & post content for dozens of entrepreneurs, pro athletes, coaches, & businesses alike. Deep Social Brands leverages organic growth on apps like TikTok and Instagram leaving our clients with millions of views that translate into dollars for their business/brand. Head over to DeepSocialBrands.com to book a call & see if we’re a good fit. Here are 2 ways you can help the podcast grow: Leave a Rating and review HERE Share it on social media and tag me @deepaksharma.co Enjoy this episode and just remember, It's Not That Deep

This week, I chat with my friend Austin Abeyta, famously known on TikTok as The Digital Bromad. Austin had created a community of nearly 300K followers by talking about travel, working remotely, and dating outside of the USA. I’m excited for you all to hear this episode because we had the chance to meet in person and record the podcast at my apartment in Medellin, Colombia. This podcast is sponsored by Deep Social Brands, a personal branding agency that blows up our clients on TikTok & Instagram Reels. We focus on helping 7-figure + founders looking to leverage social media to build their personal brand. If this is you, head over to www.DeepSocialBrands.com to schedule a call with me this week! Here are 2 ways you can help the podcast grow! Leave a Rating and review HERE Share it on social media and tag me @deepaksharma.co Enjoy this episode and just remember, It's Not That Deep

This week, I chat with my friend & client Chance Welton. Chance is an entrepreneur, investor, growth hacker, co-founder of Abundance.io & Modern Millionaires. He’s also a husband, father, & much much more In this episode, we dive into his humble beginnings on a potato farm in Idaho, how losing his father dramatically impacted his life & journey, biohacking and optimizing your life through meditation & visualization. We also dove into his experiences with psychedelics and more on this jam-packed episode of It’s Not That Deep. This podcast is sponsored by Deep Social Brands, a personal branding agency that blows up our clients on TikTok & Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, LinkedIn, & Facebook. We focus on helping 7 figure + founders looking to leverage social media to build a profitable personal brand. If this is you, head over to www.DeepSocialBrands.com to schedule a call with me this week! Here's 2 ways you can help the podcast grow! Leave a Rating and review HERE Share it on social media and tag me @deepaksharma.co Enjoy this episode and just remember, It's Not That Deep

This week, I chat with my good friend, client & mentor - Phillip Rivers. Phil is a serial entrepreneur and absolute whiz in the email marketing space. He built and sold his company Tetra Marketing and has a ton of experience in the e-commerce space. I have a ton of respect for Phil; he’s one of my favorite people in the world and I’m grateful to have had the opportunity to meet up with him in NYC to record this special pod. This podcast is sponsored by Deep Social Brands, a personal branding agency that blows up our clients on TikTok & Instagram Reels. We focus on helping 7 figure + founders looking to leverage social media to build their personal brand. If this is you, head over to www.DeepSocialBrands.com to schedule a call with me this week!

This week, I chat with Alex Comeau, a modern-day renaissance man and good friend of mine. Alex is the co-founder of 3D Showing, Canada’s leading 3D rendering company. He’s also the co-founder of Happy Fish, a popular bar and nightclub in the nation’s capital. But that’s not all, Alex is also deeply embedded in the Web3 space. In fact, he’s been on the ground floor of some incredible NFT projects & Web3/Metaverse start-ups that he is passionately executing on in his free time.  He was instrumental in designing Timmy trumpets NFT project which we sold for 33 ETH. And if that wasn’t all enough, Alex also  co-founded and is working on chrove (chroveapp.com) which is a web3 platform to allow brands and agencies to deploy web3 rewards in under 5 minutes. In this episode, we go over some of the wild stories from his journey thus far, we dive into the different ventures he’s involved in and what he’s most excited for in the future.  This podcast is sponsored by Deep Social Brands, a personal branding agency that blows up our clients on TikTok, IG Reels, YouTube Shorts, FB Reels, & LinkedIn. We focus on helping 7 figure + founders looking to leverage social media to build their personal brand. If this is you, head over to www.DeepSocialBrands.com to schedule a call with me this week! Here's 2 ways you can help the podcast grow! Leave a Rating and review HERE Share it on social media and tag me @deepaksharma.co Enjoy this episode and just remember, It's Not That Deep

This week, I chat with my brother Josh Reyes. Josh is a Real Estate broker currently working at Remax (formerly Blue Panda at the time of recording). Josh has been voted the #1 social media realtor in Ottawa many times, and for good reason. Follow him on IG and you’ll see a dude who makes real estate actually interesting and realistic for millennials. In fact, his social media presence is so strong that he actually became MY real estate agent and helped me secure my first property last year! In this episode, we talk all about real estate, social media, and realising potential in all areas of life. This podcast is sponsored by Deep Social Brands, a personal branding agency that blows up our clients on TikTok & Instagram Reels. We focus on helping 7 figure + founders looking to leverage social media to build their personal brand. If this is you, head over to www.DeepSocialBrands.com to schedule a call with me this week! Here's 2 ways you can help the podcast grow! Leave a Rating and review HERE Share it on social media and tag me @deepaksharma.co Enjoy this episode and just remember, It's Not That Deep

This week, I chat with my friend & client, Diego Luca! Diego is a Super-Yacht broker & consultant, Artist, DJ, and so much more. He’s one of the most famous super-yacht & charter specialists worldwide & since working with my agency has had a chance to showcase his talents & knowledge through TikTok & social media. In this episode we dive into what got him into the superyacht world, some of the famous clients he’s worked with, and the basics of the yachting industry as a whole. Diego’s got an incredible story, so I hope you enjoy this episode! This podcast is sponsored by Deep Social Brands, a personal branding agency that blows up our clients on TikTok & Instagram Reels. We focus on helping 7 figure + founders looking to leverage social media to build their personal brand. If this is you, head over to www.DeepSocialBrands.com to schedule a call with me this week! Here's 2 ways you can help the podcast grow! Leave a Rating and review HERE Share it on social media and tag me @deepaksharma.co Enjoy this episode and just remember, It's Not That Deep

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This week, I chat with my brother Adam Chapman. Adam is the founder & CEO of PadPal, a home services company based out of Ottawa, Canada. A former high-level hockey player, Adam absolutely crushes any endeavour he puts his mind to. With well over 100K followers on TikTok, Adam is passionate about building his personal brand, his company & his influence in more ways than one. I’m proud to call him one of my closest friends & excited to see what he does next! This podcast is sponsored by Deep Social Brands, a personal branding agency that blows up our clients on TikTok & Instagram Reels. We focus on helping 7 figure + founders looking to leverage social media to build their personal brand. If this is you, head over to www.DeepSocialBrands.com to schedule a call with me this week! Here's 2 ways you can help the podcast grow! Leave a Rating and review HERE Share it on social media and tag me @deepaksharma.co Enjoy this episode and just remember, It's Not That Deep

In this episode, I chat with Natalie Allport, an athlete, creator and mental health advocate. Natalie is  a former Canadian team & world tour snowboarder, competitive CrossFit athlete, and lifelong creator & entrepreneur. Natalie hosts the ‘ALL IN with Natalie Allport’ podcast, and is a passionate advocate for athlete mental health. Natalie believes in creating the content you want to see in the World, and creates / speaks on training, sports, mindset, mental health, fitness, gender equity, body image, wellness and more.This podcast is sponsored by Deep Social Brands, a personal branding agency that blows up our clients on TikTok & Instagram Reels. We focus on helping 7 figure + founders looking to leverage social media to build their personal brand. If this is you, head over to www.DeepSocialBrands.com to schedule a call with me this week!It’s Not That Deep is also sponsored by  Brain.FM, an app that curates functional music, scientifically proven to help you focus better, sleep better, meditate, and get in 'the zone.' No joke, I use this app every day of my life so if you're looking to unlock a better version of yourself, head over to www.brain.fm/deep20 or just use my coupon code DEEP20 to save 20% off your subscription.Here's 2 ways you can help the podcast grow!Leave a Rating and review HEREShare it on social media and tag me @deepaksharma.coEnjoy this episode and just remember, It's Not That Deep

This week, I chat with my good buddy Jacob Kelly. Jacob is the host of an incredible podcast called My Social Life where he dives into the stories of notable creators. Jacob is also the Influencer Marketing manager at Arrufan! In this episode, we chat about his journey in podcasting, how he views the marketing and influencer space as a whole, and how he’s gotten some insane guests on his show such as one of the founders of Starbucks! This podcast is sponsored by Deep Social Brands, a personal branding agency that blows up our clients on TikTok & Instagram Reels. We focus on helping 7 figure + founders looking to leverage social media to build their personal brand. If this is you, head over to www.DeepSocialBrands.com to schedule a call with me this week! We’re also sponsored by Deep Drip Coffee. This is a personal passion project of mine as I have always wanted to have a physical product that can help me connect with other creators and outstanding people - and what better product to do that than coffee, where so many incredible conversations begin. Deep Drip is some of the best coffee you'll ever try and I'm not just saying that: try it for yourself @ www.deepdrip.co and use code word DEEP10 for 10% off any bag! Finally, one of our newer sponsors is Brain.FM, an app that curates functional music, scientifically proven to help you focus better, sleep better, meditate, and get in 'the zone.' No joke, I use this app every day of my life so if you're looking to unlock a better version of yourself, head over to www.brain.fm/deep20 or just use my coupon code DEEP20 to save 20% off your subscription.   Here's 2 ways you can help the podcast grow! Leave a Rating and review HERE Share it on social media and tag me @deepaksharma.co Enjoy this episode and just remember, It's Not That Deep

This week, I chat with my good friend and business associate, Nate Behar.  Nate’s, a professional football player for the Ottawa Redblacks in the Canadian Football League. Not only is Nate a serious baller on the field, but off the field, Nate’s also the founder of a tech company called The Firework App, a matchmaking platform for brands and athletes. And if that wasn’t enough, Nate is an activist and author who doesn’t shy away from voicing his opinion on racial injustice and inequality. In this episode, we dive into his pro-athlete journey as well as what led him to start an app. We touch on some of the things people may not know about Nate and how he’s able to juggle so many plates at all times.  This podcast is sponsored by Deep Social Brands, a personal branding agency that blows up our clients on TikTok & Instagram Reels. We focus on helping 7-figure + founders looking to leverage social media to build their personal brands. If this is you, head over to www.DeepSocialBrands.com to schedule a call with me this week! We’re also sponsored by Deep Drip Coffee. This is a personal passion project of mine as I have always wanted to have a physical product that can help me connect with other creators and outstanding people - and what better product to do that than coffee, where so many incredible conversations begin. Deep Drip is some of the best coffee you'll ever try and I'm not just saying that: try it for yourself @ www.deepdrip.co and use code word DEEP10 for 10% off any bag! Finally, one of our newer sponsors is Brain.FM, an app that curates functional music, is scientifically proven to help you focus better, sleep better, meditate, and get in 'the zone.' No joke, I use this app every day of my life so if you're looking to unlock a better version of yourself, head over to www.brain.fm/deep20 or just use my coupon code DEEP20 to save 20% off your subscription. Here are 2 ways you can help the podcast grow! Leave a Rating and review HERE Share it on social media and tag me @deepaksharma.co Enjoy this episode and just remember, It's Not That Deep

This week, I chat with Suraj Bali, my cousin, business-partner, and best friend. In this episode, we talk about our first time traveling together without our families - leaving Canada to explore Colombia at the height of the pandemic. We tell stories about our travel experiences and we also talk about starting a coffee company together. This podcast is SLIGHTLY dated, as we have since moved to Colombia officially, but I still wanted to share the episode to document our journey. This podcast is sponsored by Deep Social Brands, a personal branding agency that blows up our clients on TikTok & Instagram Reels. We focus on helping 7 figure + founders looking to leverage social media to build their personal brand. If this is you, head over to www.DeepSocialBrands.com to schedule a call with me this week! We’re also sponsored by Deep Drip Coffee. This is a personal passion project of mine as I have always wanted to have a physical product that can help me connect with other creators and outstanding people - and what better product to do that than coffee, where so many incredible conversations begin. Deep Drip is some of the best coffee you'll ever try and I'm not just saying that: try it for yourself @ www.deepdrip.co and use code word DEEP10 for 10% off any bag! Finally, one of our newer sponsors is Brain.FM, an app that curates functional music, scientifically proven to help you focus better, sleep better, meditate, and get in 'the zone.' No joke, I use this app every day of my life so if you're looking to unlock a better version of yourself, head over to www.brain.fm/deep20 or just use my coupon code DEEP20 to save 20% off your subscription. Here's 2 ways you can help the podcast grow! Leave a Rating and review HERE Share it on social media and tag me @deepaksharma.co Enjoy this episode and just remember, It's Not That Deep

This week, I chat again with long-time client and partner, Tony Greco: Canada's leading fitness specialist, Tony Greco. If you're not familiar with who Tony is he's a celebrity personal trainer who trains notable pro athletes like Claude Giroux of the Philadelphia Flyers and Mike Fisher of the Nashville Predators as well as notable celebrities such as Carrie Underwood and many many more. Tony is the founder of TG Athletics, he's an IAKSA World Kickboxing Gold Medalist, aMotivational Speaker, Radio-host, Life-Coach, and if that wasn't enough he's also the Author of ‘Strong Mind, Lean Body. This was a long overdue episode as a lot has changed since I last had Tony on the show. My agency, Deep Social Brands has been working closely with Tony to grow his presence on social media. In fact, we were able to get tony over 30,000 followers on both TikTok and Instagram, which funnelled into sales for multiple digital products and courses that we also built. We were also able to get Tony verified on instagram, and this is all really just the beginning! This podcast is sponsored by Deep Social Brands, a digital marketing agency I co-founded which focuses on personal branding for pro athletes, micro-influencers and brands. What do we do? Quite simply, we blow you up on social media without spending a dime on ads. How do we do this? We leverage organic growth on apps like TikTok and LinkedIn leaving our clients with millions of views that translate into business value. Head over to DeepSocialBrands.com to learn more. This podcast is also sponsored by Deep Drip Coffee. This is a personal passion project of mine as I have always wanted to have a physical product that can help me connect with other creators and outstanding people - and what better product to do that than coffee, where so many incredible conversations begin. Deep Drip is some of the best coffee you'll ever try and I'm not just saying that: try it for yourself @ www.deepdrip.co and use code word DEEP10 for 10% off any bag! And Finally, I'm happy to announce a new sponsor the It's Not That Deep Podcast: Brain.FM, an app that curates functional music, scientifically proven to help you focus better, sleep better, meditate, and get in 'the zone.' Look, I don't normally take on sponsors that are not my own products or services, but brain.fm is a rare exception because of the fact that I genuinely use the app every day. If you're looking to unlock a better version of yourself, head over to www.brain.fm/deep20 or just use my coupon code DEEP20 to save 20% off your subscription. Enjoy this episode and just remember, It's Not That Deep Website: www.deepaksharma.co www.tgathletics.com Instagram: @deepaksharma.co @tonygrecotg Book: https://www.amazon.ca/Strong-Mind-Lean-Body-Strategies-ebook/dp/B07NQP7C5D

This week, I chat again with my brother Jamey Lee. Jamey is a world traveller, adventure TikTok'er, videographer and since our last podcast episode together has also become my business partner, room mate and one of my closest friends. On this episode we catch up on what an insane journey it's been this past year. We dive into some of the lessons we've learned by meshing our skillsets together, and some of the in's and outs of that platforms we're building together. See, if you're not aware, Jamey and I co-founded one of the sponsors of this show, Deep Social Brands, a personal branding agency aimed at blowing up pro athletes, micro-influencers and brands on social media without spending a dime on ads. How do we do this? We leverage organic growth on apps like TikTok and LinkedIn leaving our clients with millions of views that translate into business value. Head over to DeepSocialBrands.com to see some of our results! I guarantee you guys are in for a treat with this episode, but right before that, a quick word on some of the shows other sponsors. This podcast is also sponsored by Deep Drip Coffee. This is a personal passion project of mine as I have always wanted to have a physical product that can help me connect with other creators and outstanding people - and what better product to do that than coffee, where so many incredible conversations begin. Deep Drip is some of the best coffee you'll ever try and I'm not just saying that: try it for yourself @ www.deepdrip.co and use code word DEEP10 for 10% off any bag! And finally, I'm happy to announce a new sponsor the It's Not That Deep Podcast: Brain.FM, an app that curates functional music, scientifically proven to help you focus better, sleep better, meditate, and get in 'the zone.' Look, I don't normally take on sponsors that are not my own products or services, but brain.fm is a rare exception because of the fact that I genuinely use the app every day. If you're looking to unlock a better version of yourself, head over to www.brain.fm/deep20 or just use my coupon code DEEP20 to save 20% off your subscription. Enjoy this episode and just remember, It's Not That Deep Website: deepsocialbrands.com Instagram: @jameslifee @deepaksharma.co

In this episode, I chat with Patrice Rene a defensive back who was at one point ranked #1 football player in Canada. In fact, he was recently drafted to the CFL 21st overall by the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, and someone who had decided to return to the NCAA to play out his last year of Eligibility with the Rutgers University Scarlet Knights. But that's not all, Patrice is also one of the co-founders and brand ambassador of Sportsmxn, a company that helps branding local elite athletes so they can focus on what they do best. In this episode, Patrice and I chat about his journey making the jump to the US to play football and all the support and help he had making that happen, we talk about the lowest of lows rebuilding after a devastating ACL tear injury, as well as the transferrable skills and identity that football has taught him. This is one of my favourite podcasts because football is a sport I am truly passionate about myself. I think you're going to really enjoy this episode whether you're an athlete or not because of everything that the sport has taught him outside of the sport This podcast is sponsored by Deep Social Brands, a digital marketing agency I co-founded which focuses on personal branding for pro athletes, businesses and influencers. Deep Social Brands leverages organic growth on apps like TikTok and Instagram leaving our clients with millions of views that translate into business value. Head over to DeepSocialBrands.com to learn more. This podcast is also sponsored by Deep Drip Coffee. This is a personal passion project of mine as I have always wanted to have a physical product that can help me connect with other creators and outstanding people - and what better product to do that than coffee, where so many incredible conversations begin. Deep Drip is some of the best coffee you'll ever try and I'm not just saying that: try it for yourself @ www.deepdrip.co and use code word DEEP10 for 10% off any bag! And Finally, I'm happy to announce a new sponsor the It's Not That Deep Podcast: Brain.FM, an app that curates functional music, scientifically proven to help you focus better, sleep better, meditate, and get in 'the zone.' Look, I don't normally take on sponsors that are not my own products or services, but brain.fm is a rare exception because of the fact that I genuinely use the app every day. If you're looking to unlock a better version of yourself, head over to www.brain.fm/deep20 or just use my coupon code DEEP20 to save 20% off your subscription. Enjoy this episode with Patrice Rene and just remember, It's Not That Deep Website: https://www.sportsmxn.com/ Instagram: @patricerene_

Today's guest is Brandon Peacock: a friend of mine who has one of the most insane personal stories I've ever heard. Brandon was the victim of a nearly fatal drive-by shooting in June of 2020, suffering 3 gun-shot wounds, 1 in his shoulder that just missed his lungs and broke many of his ribs, one in his left leg and a third time in his femoral artery in his right leg. Brandon was, of course, not the intended target but was truly in one of those "wrong place, wrong time" situations. But you see, Brandon does NOT see himself as a victim. I won't get into all the details in these show-notes, as you'll have to listen to the podcast to hear more but on a high-level Brandon has one of the most INSANE recovery stories I've ever heard of. His mindset coupled with his world-class support system and determination to help others has led to him creating a nonprofit called Hit The Ground Running, a not-for-profit dedicated to creating an environment where victims of trauma can overcome their unique barriers to recovery and live healthy and prosperous lives. And the craziest part of this all? Just over a year after the incident, Brandon is training to run his first marathon, which he will be completing shortly after the release of this episode. 42 kilometers from someone who wasn't supposed to be alive, let alone walk or run. This podcast is sponsored by Deep Social Brands, a digital marketing agency I co-founded which focuses on personal branding for pro athletes, micro-influencers and brands. What do we do? Quite simply, we blow you up on social media without spending a dime on ads. How do we do this? We leverage organic growth on apps like TikTok and LinkedIn leaving our clients with millions of views that translate into business value. Head over to DeepSocialBrands.com to learn more. This podcast is also sponsored by Deep Drip Coffee. This is a personal passion project of mine as I have always wanted to have a physical product that can help me connect with other creators and outstanding people - and what better product to do that than coffee, where so many incredible conversations begin. Deep Drip is some of the best coffee you'll ever try and I'm not just saying that: try it for yourself @ www.deepdrip.co and use code word DEEP10 for 10% off any bag! And Finally, I'm happy to announce a new sponsor the It's Not That Deep Podcast: Brain.FM, an app that curates functional music, scientifically proven to help you focus better, sleep better, meditate, and get in 'the zone.' Look, I don't normally take on sponsors that are not my own products or services, but brain.fm is a rare exception because of the fact that I genuinely use the app every day. If you're looking to unlock a better version of yourself, head over to www.brain.fm/deep20 or just use my coupon code DEEP20 to save 20% off your subscription. Enjoy this episode and just remember, It's Not That Deep Website: https://www.htgrcanada.com/ Instagram: @htgrcanada

This week, I chat with Danny Miranda. Danny is a writer, podcaster, connector, and life-long learner who I really look up to. Honestly, he's my favourite follow on Twitter as he exudes absolute positive and hope in every single one of his tweets, ideas and interactions. Seriously, I've never heard the dude complain, be negative or put anyone down and his platform emobidies that. Danny started one of my favourite podcasts, The Danny Miranda Podcast and has now surpassed well over 100 episodes. His podcast consists of thought provoking conversations taking a journey through the minds of the world's top performers, including Gary Vaynerchuk, Tom Bilyeu, and Kamal Ravikant just to name a few. I look up to how Danny lives his live with absolute gratitude - he meditates for a minimum of 30 minutes every morning, trains his body and his mind, and manifests incredible experiences. But my favourite thing about this dude? He follows his natural curiosity. This podcast is sponsored by Deep Social Brands, a digital marketing agency I co-founded which focuses on personal branding for pro athletes, businesses and influencers. Deep Social Brands leverages organic growth on apps like TikTok and Instagram leaving our clients with millions of views that translate into business value. Head over to DeepSocialBrands.com to learn more. This podcast is also sponsored by Deep Drip Coffee. This is a personal passion project of mine as I have always wanted to have a physical product that can help me connect with other creators and outstanding people - and what better product to do that than coffee, where so many incredible conversations begin. Deep Drip is some of the best coffee you'll ever try and I'm not just saying that: try it for yourself @ www.deepdrip.co and use code word DEEP10 for 10% off any bag! Enjoy this episode and just remember, It's Not That Deep Website: https://dannymiranda.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/heydannymiranda

This week, I chat with my good friends, Soheil Varahram and Daniyal Sheikh.

In this episode, I sit down with two inspiring entrepreneurs and visionaries who have done what most people would think is impossible — built a professional football club in just 365 days. We dive deep into their journey from growing up in Ottawa to living in Spain and Dubai, chasing a football dream, and documenting it all along the way. Soheil shares how he documented his goal to sign a pro contract every single day for over 1,000 days, while Dan reflects on leaving a secure job to bet on a dream. Together, they built Al-Kabila FC — a club created with their online audience, rooted in community, impact, and a strong “why.” From training on injured knees to building a club with the backing of royalty, this is one of the craziest stories I’ve ever heard — and it’s still being written. You’ll get a front-row seat to their highs, lows, persistence, brotherhood, and massive vision for the future of sports, content, and youth empowerment. Let’s get into it.

This podcast is sponsored by Deep Social Brands, a boutique content agency I co-founded with world-class content strategist Jamey Lee. Over the past 4 years we’ve helped well over 100 clients gain nearly half a billion views, acquire millions of followers and generate millions of dollars in sales, collectively. Our team handles everything from

1. Crafting a world-class social media strategy, content scripting & ideation
2. Professional production including filming & editing numerous styles of content as well as;
3. Posting & managing the content distribution + community engagement on the following social media platforms :TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube & LinkedIn.

Curious to learn more? Here is an explainer deck for our services. This deck has some of our client results, but there are more on our website.  Further, here are some video testimonials as well. Feel free to get in touch with me at deepak@deepsocialbrands.com if you think you might be a good fit!

This podcast is also sponsored by Put Out Content, where you can get custom social media strategy, content scripting and 1-1 coaching with world class content-strategist, Jamey Lee. Check out www.putoutcontent.com to learn more!

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Welcome to the it's Not That Deep Podcast, I'm your host Deepak Sharma and my mission is to make the best of the 1 life I have by realizing my potential. That's why I have conversations with high-performers from all walks of life to level up my health, wealth, and happiness. Thanks for joining me on this journey. This week, I chat with Dan Clark, CEO of Brain FM, an app that curates functional music, scientifically proven to help you focus better, sleep better, meditate, and get in 'the zone.' You know what I'm talking about, that 'zone' when you're looking to get some deep work done, or get into some creative work and you can't necessarily have your favourite songs with lyrics playing... Well that's exactly what brain.fm is: this app generates music designed to stimulate parts of your brain that help you focus, but don't require your full attention. I'm really excited about this episode because I genuinely use brain.fm every single day of my life. This is not an exaggeration. I use the app to get into focused flow states and bust out work, I use it every night as white noise and I can tell you straight up from my experience, I wake up more well-rested and happier when I'm using this app. At this point it might sound like I'm sponsored by brain FM and am affiliated with them, and as cool as that would be - I really just love the app that much. And so does Dan, the CEO of the company who I'm talking with today. In fact, after Dan tried Brain.fm himself, he wrote the company nonstop and believed in the product SO much that he offered to work for free. 2 years later he became the CEO. You won't want to miss this podcast if you care about self-development, meditation, life optimization and high performance. This podcast is sponsored by Deep Social Brands, digital marketing agency I co-founded which is focused on blowing our clients up on social media without spending a dime on Ads. Deep Social Brands leverages organic growth on apps like TikTok and Instagram leaving clients with millions of views that translate into business value. Head over to DeepSocialBrands.com to learn more. This podcast is also sponsored by Deep Drip Coffee. This is a personal passion project of mine as I have always wanted to have a physical product that can help me connect with other creators and outstanding people - and what better product to do that than coffee, where so many incredible conversations begin. Deep Drip is some of the best coffee you'll ever try and I'm not just saying that: try it for yourself @ www.deepdrip.co and use code word DEEP10 for 10% off any bag! Enjoy this episode with Dan Clark and just remember, It's Not That Deep Website: https://www.brain.fm/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrainfmApp?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-clark-97960a32/

This week, I chat with Anthony Cockrell, founder & co-host of Krew Season, a Youtube channel, Podcast and brand. Anthony has appeared on ESPN, TMZ, Reddit, Worldstar, but is most well-known for his consistent presence on Twitter @TheTrillAC. What started on twitter evolved as Anthony & some of his closest homies got together to build Krew Season up on Youtube, where they have real and open conversations about relationships, dating, pop culture, social issues and everything in-between. So it's really no surprise that when they launched The Krew Season podcast, it soared to the top 50 relationships podcasts in America, and I believe this is really just the beginning. In this episode, we talk about scratching that itch to find your creative outlet, the importance of starting and adapting over trying to be perfect, maintaining a 9-5 job while building your own business, as well as how to juggle family & obligations with multiple ventures. I really enjoy the vibe and energy Anthony and his co-hosts put out on their show, so make sure to give them a follow, all the links are in the show description. Today's episode is sponsored by TG Athletics. A new chapter in celebrity personal trainer Tony Greco's life has led him to start a new high-performance fitness brand for the athlete in all of us. He's got some amazing programs that will help you stay lean during quarantine and much more coming down the pipeline. Head over to www.TGAthletics.com and use the code word DEEP for 20% off all online programs at checkout. It's Not That Deep Podcast is produced by my media and marketing agency, Deep Digital Media. We specialize in all things content creation and podcasts for personal brands and businesses. In fact, we actually built the website and courses for TG Athletics that I was mentioning before. If you want to see if we'd be a good fit to work together, shoot me a dm on instagram or send me an email at hello@deepaksharma.co PLEASE TAKE 2 MINUTES TO LEAVE A RATING AND REVIEW HERE I think you'll really enjoy this episode and if you do - I'd ask that you take 2 seconds to share it on social media and tag me @deepaksharma.co

This week, I chat with my friend Chris LaCharity, Ottawa's #1 Luxury Real Estate agent. Chris has built an extremely successful career through his ability to develop strong relationships, provide exceptional client service, and also close multimillion dollar deals. Don't believe me? Check out his website www.ChrisLaCharity.com to see the 7 figure listings he's got. That being said, this episode isn't actually about badass real estate. Although Chris lives a lifestyle of work hard-play hard, by the end of this podcast you'll get to know that Chris is honestly a super humble guy who prioritizes his health, relationships, well-being as well as mindfulness. These are all topics he outlines in his book 7 Figures To Success. In this episode we dive in on how he got to where he is today and some of the challenges he's faced along the way. We chat about his career in sales and his love for cars, but then we get into deeper talks about the ego, about what really matters, and the legacy that he'd like to leave behind. Today's episode is sponsored by TG Athletics. A new chapter in celebrity personal trainer Tony Greco's life has led him to start a new high-performance fitness brand for the athlete in all of us. He's got some amazing programs that will help you stay lean during quarantine and much more coming down the pipeline. Head over to www.TGAthletics.com and use the code word DEEP for 20% off all online programs at checkout. It's Not That Deep Podcast is produced by my media and marketing agency, Deep Digital Media. We specialize in all things content creation and podcasts for personal brands and businesses. In fact, we actually built the website and courses for TG Athletics that I was mentioning before. If you want to see if we'd be a good fit to work together, shoot me a DM on Instagram or send me an email at hello@deepaksharma.co

This week, I chat with my friend James Rankin. James is a 20-year old serial entrepreneur and YouTuber who is one of the most passionate hustlers I’ve ever met. After dropping out of college at 18, James went full-tilt into building the life of his dreams by listening to his gut and starting his own coffee company, North Brew. What started off as a strictly e-commerce business, James has now gotten into 20+ stores and aims to grow and expand MUCH further. And if that wasn’t impressive enough, James recently launched ANOTHER business, Maple Tea Company. When he’s not busy doing all that, you can find James documenting his journey on his YouTube channel or delivering motivating entrepreneurship speeches to local high schools and universities, In this episode, we chat about his amazing story, the importance of sales, having a resilient mindset, public speaking and much more. I’m genuinely inspired by this dude’s hustle and I’m sure you will be too. It's Not That Deep Podcast is produced by my media and marketing agency, Deep Digital Media. We specialize in all things content creation and podcasts for personal brands and businesses. I'm also opening 2 slots up this month for Podcast Coaching so if you need any help starting, managing or growing your own show - hit me up. The easiest way to find me is by shooting me a DM on instagram @Deepaksharma.co or by email at hello@deepaksharma.co. If that's not enough, go creep my website www.Deepaksharma.co PLEASE TAKE 2 MINUTES TO LEAVE A RATING AND REVIEW HERE Enjoy today's episode and just remember, It's Not That Deep!

This week, I chat with someone who makes me feel SUPER LAZY, Laura Kelly. Laura is a professional wedding & engagement photographer, a business coach, a copywriting & messaging pro, as well as the host of the “You Might Not Like It” Podcast. But that’s not all - Laura’s also the mother of 2 kinder-gardeners! Laura is extremely self-aware, as you’ll get to know. We get to talking about her journey, the role of identity, as well as her story of pivoting from the dream photography business she built to building yet ANOTHER successful dream business.  She broke down the 3 non-negotiable boxes that absolutely had to be checked for this new business which include: It has to be location independent She no longer wanted to miss out on weekends (she did her time) and; It had to include her voice. This manifested in starting her own podcast, developing a killer personal brand, and leaning in on her strengths. Laura has done an incredible job harmonizing her passions and strengths to build a fulfilling life that makes sense for her. Check out everything she’s up to @LauraKelly.co and www.LauraKelly.co    PLEASE TAKE 2 MINUTES TO LEAVE A RATING AND REVIEW HERE   Today’s episode is brought to you by Tony Greco’s new online Health & Fitness Portal, TG FITNESS. Tony is an elite celebrity personal trainer who trains the likes of Claude Giroux, Mike Fisher and Carrie Underwood, just to name a few. TG Fitness includes programs that hit on all pillars of overall health, which has kept me in shape during this lockdown. Just head over to www.TG.Fitness and use the code word DEEP to get 20% off at checkout. Today’s episode is produced by my media and marketing agency, Deep Digital Media. We specialize in all things podcasts and content creation for people with personal brands and businesses. We actually built and produced the content within TG Fitness and are now marketing the brand as well. If you’d like to get in touch with me about anything I’ve talked about today, head over to www.DeepakSharma.co

This week, I chat with serial entrepreneur and co-founder of Rückify, Steve Cody.  He has started and built over 15 local and national successful businesses in the tech, rental, service, e-commerce and retail markets which have generated hundreds of millions in sales! For those who don’t know, Rückify is basically the airbnb of STUFF. In more eloquent terms, it’s a peer-to-peer rental marketplace where you can put just about anything you have laying around your house up for rent. But what’s really amazing to me is the story about how Steve and his neighbour and fellow titan of business Bruce Linton, came up with the idea for this company. In this podcast, we talk about his journey plus, some of the big challenges he’s faced, whether entrepreneurs are born or made,  and the foundational business principles that have helped him get to where he is today. PLEASE TAKE 2 MINUTES TO LEAVE A RATING AND REVIEW HERE   Today’s episode is brought to you by Tony Greco’s new online Health & Fitness Portal, TG FITNESS. Tony is an elite celebrity personal trainer who trains the likes of Claude Giroux, Mike Fisher and Carrie Underwood, just to name a few. TG Fitness includes programs that hit on all pillars of overall health, which has kept me in shape during this lockdown. From home workouts to mindfulness, mobility & nutrition modules - you’ll find it all! Just head over to www.TG.Fitness and use the code word DEEP to get 20% off at checkout. Today’s episode is produced by my media and marketing agency, Deep Digital Media. We specialize in all things podcasts and content creation for people with personal brands and businesses. We actually built and produced the content within TG fitness and are now marketing the brand as well.  If you’d like to get in touch with me about anything I’ve talked about today, head over to www.DeepakSharma.co

This week, I chat with my friend Manuela Bárcenas. Manuela is a content marketing manager at Fellow.app, a meeting productivity app where teams gather to build collaborative agendas, record decisions and keep each other accountable. Fellow actually was just awarded 2020’s Best Ottawa Business award! From being the company’s first marketing hire to now managing all of their content, Manuela is clearly passionate about growing alongside this bustling start-up. Her role includes running all of their social media, their podcast, blog, newsletter and so much more. In this episode we chat about her experience coming to Canada as an international student and falling in love with Ottawa along with everything it has to offer. We also geek out on personal growth, productivity, identity and mindset. This is honestly one of my favourite episodes of the podcast because I felt like Manuela and I could have gone on for hours talking about levelling up. I really enjoy how she shows up on social media with tons of value, so make sure to go give her a follow @ManuelaBarcenas. Today’s episode is brought to you by Tony Greco’s new online Health & Fitness Portal, TG.FITNESS. Tony is an elite celebrity personal trainer who trains the likes of Claude Giroux, Mike Fisher and Carrie Underwood, just to name a few. TG Fitness includes programs that hit on all pillars of overall health, which has kept me in shape during this lockdown. From home workouts to mindfulness, mobility & nutrition modules - you’ll find it all! Just head over to www.TG.Fitness and use the code word DEEP to get 20% off at checkout. Today’s episode is also brought to you by Deep Digital Media. This is my media and marketing company that specializes in content creation. In fact, we built the whole TG Fitness platform and programs that I was just talking about before! We shoot, edit, produce & promote all kinds of content for your business or brand such as courses, video series’, digital ads & of course podcasts.  PLEASE TAKE 2 MINUTES TO LEAVE A RATING AND REVIEW HERE   Everything I’ve talked about today you can find by heading over to www.DeepakSharma.co

This week, I’m joined on the podcast with 2 business coaches/mentors of mine Ryan & Ben, who are co-owners of The Consulting Guys and Affluent Attraction. They help financial service businesses attract high net worth clients through automated marketing systems & organic marketing. What they’re more well-known for in the twitter world and otherwise is for their business coaching groups, the Church of Clientology and the one I am part of called the Client Acquisition Immersion Program or CAIP. I credit being a part of this program for a lot of mindset shifts that I’ve experienced this past year in regards to starting and growing my own business, my relationship with money, learning about sales, systems & much more. Ryan & Ben are always providing an insane amount of value, even in their free groups - with live zoom calls, course modules, AMA’s with experts, accountability challenges & more. Now, I’m not saying joining groups like this is the only way to start and grow a successful business, far from it actually. But, if you’re looking to build an actual business and not just be a freelancer or have a side hustle, coaching and mentorship are a great route to explore. There’s nothing more motivating than seeing other like-minded entrepreneurs go from struggling to define what their services or target market are to posting screenshots of closing massive 5-6 figure deals through some of the things they’ve learned in the program. In this episode, we talk about their journey, the power of mindset, sales, starting and scaling business and so much more. I encourage you to follow Ryan & Ben on social media, I’ve included the links below in the description. Also, don’t forget to subscribe to the It’s Not That Deep Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen and it would mean a lot to me if you left a rating and review. This podcast is produced by Deep Digital Media. They take the pain out of content creation by shooting, editing, producing, distributing, & promoting podcasts, courses, video series’ & more. https://twitter.com/realryanbooth https://twitter.com/benwbyrne https://www.instagram.com/benbyrnemedia/https://www.instagram.com/freelancer2ceo/  PLEASE TAKE 2 MINUTES TO LEAVE A RATING AND REVIEW HERE For Quick access to all relevant links, just head over to www.DeepakBrands.com Enjoy today’s episode and just remember, it’s not that deep!

This week’s guest is Jamey Lee. Jamey is a videographer, content-creator, world-traveller & explorer, and as recently as this year, a huge TikTok influencer. That’s right! Jamey merged his adventurous personality, passion for adventure and video skills to create a massive platform on TikTok with nearly 30,000 followers. He makes incredible videos and clips featuring amazing landmarks such as waterfalls, trails, and beautiful scenery. For my Ottawa people specifically, he has done an incredible job showcasing the beauty around the national capital region. But that’s not it - Jamey plans to travel to every single country in the world and spread his positive message of connecting communities. I really vibe with this guy and you will too. Make sure to shoot him a follow on instagram and TikTok @JamesLifee and enjoy the episode! PLEASE TAKE 2 MINUTES TO LEAVE A RATING AND REVIEW - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/its-not-that-deep-podcast/id1470838610  My newest venture is a course on podcasting. I get questions all the time about what kind of equipment to buy, how to land better guests, how to grow/monetize a podcast….this will be the 1-stop-shop for that. Sign up at PodcastFoundations.com to reserve your spot  For Quick access to all relevant links, just head over to www.DeepakBrands.com Enjoy today’s episode and just remember, it’s not that deep!

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This week’s guest is Keval Shah who is an expert on all things Search Engine Optimization, or SEO for short. Keval is a true entrepreneur with a really interesting story. He went from building websites and blogs just for fun to learning everything he needed to know about SEO to start doing it for clients on the side. After dropping out of college and working at what seemed like a great job at the time at an SEO Agency, Keval realized the 9-5 just was not for him and quit to create his own agency. He is now running an extremely successful business, bringing in well over 40,000 USD per month - what he was making in a year before! We had an incredible podcast talking about SEO, mindset, investing in yourself, when to take the entrepreneurship leap, and so much more! This is just the beginning for my friend Keval, so make sure to follow him on Twitter @SEOKeval to see for yourself. PLEASE TAKE 2 MINUTES TO LEAVE A RATING AND REVIEW - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/its-not-that-deep-podcast/id1470838610  My newest venture is a course on podcasting. I get questions all the time about what kind of equipment to buy, how to land better guests, how to grow/monetize a podcast….this will be the 1-stop-shop for that. Sign up at PodcastFoundations.com to reserve your spot I also invite you to join me on this journey of levelling-up by heading over to my website ItsNotThatDeepPodcast.com to check out more content like this.  Enjoy today’s episode and just remember, it’s not that deep!

This week’s guest is Nolan Beanlands, Executive Director at Capital Angel Networks, a group of accredited angel investors in the Ottawa-Gatineau region that facilitate investment opportunities for startups. Capital Angel Networks has invested well over $20 million in over 100 early stage companies, many of which Nolan has worked with personally to help secure millions of dollars in funding and sales. Nolan is extremely passionate about the Ottawa startup ecosystem and has extensive experience helping companies secure funding and mentorship. He also previously ran the Startup Garage at the University of Ottawa, the Founder Institute and iD Gatineau. We had an incredible conversation about entrepreneurship in Ottawa, what kind of startups are investable, what it takes to become an accredited investor, and some of the lessons he’s learned from some of the impressive companies he’s worked with. My newest venture is a course on podcasting. I get questions all the time about what kind of equipment to buy, how to land better guests, how to grow/monetize a podcast….this will be the 1-stop-shop for that. Sign up at PodcastFoundations.com to reserve your spot. If you enjoy my content, why not help me take this podcast to the next level? If you’re on an iPhone right now, leave me a 5 star rating and review in the Apple Podcasts app today! Every review counts. Enjoy today’s episode and just remember, it’s not that deep! https://www.capitalangels.ca/https://www.linkedin.com/in/nolanbeanlands/https://twitter.com/NolanBeanlands?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor

This week’s guest is Lina Alvarez. Lina is one of the most interesting and talented people I’ve met as she fully embodies what it means to taste and try different things and pivot when necessary. She currently holds a position at Export Development Canada working in the Women Trade Advisory space. But you see, that’s just one of her hustles. Lina's curiosity for the world of entrepreneurship led her to the health and wellness space and founding her own company “The Barre Jar", where she teaches a unique form of exercise called Barre and has grown a massive and engaged community. Her interest for all these different pursuits has now led to her obsession with the space of Design and Strategic Thinking, where she will be pursuing a masters degree this coming fall. My newest venture is a course on podcasting. I get questions all the time about what kind of equipment to buy, how to land better guests, how to grow/monetize a podcast….this will be the 1-stop-shop for that. Sign up at PodcastFoundations.com to reserve your spot. I also invite you to join me on this journey of levelling-up by heading over to my website ItsNotThatDeepPodcast.com to check out more content like this. Enjoy today’s episode and just remember, it’s not that deep!

This week’s guest is Mark Metry, a dude who straight up makes me feel lazy. Mark went from dealing with severe social anxiety and reaching a dark point where he contemplated ending his life to overcoming that same social anxiety and writing a book called “Screw being Shy.” He also founded a company called VU dream, hosts a global top 100 podcast called Humans 2.0, is a global speaker, and is on an Amazon Prime DocUseries “The Social Movement.”    If that wasn’t enough, he’s also a podcast strategist, has his own LinkedIn consulting course, and has many projects in the works - and has accomplished all this at the age of 22! More important than all these titles though, Mark gives a voice to those who don’t have one. It was enlightening getting to chat with him about overcoming social anxiety and how it’s one of the deadliest mental health disorders. We also talked about the connection between your gut microbiome and how what you eat directly affects how you feel. Finally, we also discussed his podcasting journey and tips for people in the space.   I invite you to join me on this journey of levelling-up by heading over to my website ItsNotThatDeepPodcast.com to check out more content like this. This podcast is produced by Deep Digital Media. Our mission is to Create Captivating Content. Drop us a line today at Connect@DeepDigitalMedia.ca for help building, managing, and promoting your own podcast, video series, online course, and so much more.    @markmetry@ItsNotThatDeepPodcast