Founder's Story

We begin with the question people rarely ask an artist directly: what does an artist’s life actually look like? Charles Edelman answers with a life-in-stories—New York studios, MoMA walkabouts, and a candid aside that meeting Andy Warhol was “boring.” He frames his practice at Charles Edelman Masterpieces as a “mental gym,” a place where discipline, curiosity, and play keep boredom at bay and skill compounding. His book Crashing Waves of Passions threads through the conversation: Van Gogh’s legend (including “the ear”), Susan Valadon’s overlooked power beside Toulouse-Lautrec, and a time-travel tableau that situates these spirits in modern rooms to explain the disabilities they navigated and the work they made. He rejects the doom story that artists only matter after death—he’s lived well, taught at Dartmouth, trained in a gifted program at Yale, and painted twelve-hour summer days by choice. The episode pivots to purpose: inspired by Picasso’s Guernica, he’s raising support for a ten-by-thirty-foot mural that does the opposite—an explosion of joy, love, and light—arguing that beauty can heal as forcefully as outrage can indict. Key Discussion Points:Charles traces how early memories of light became a lifelong motif, and how quiet places—Belize jungles, Cusco skies, Cozumel shores—strip away noise until people find themselves. He argues that creativity is teachable; a seventy-something student gave up golf because making art felt truer. Corporate teams, too, can be rewired: give them constraints, history in forty-five minutes, and a playful brief, and they’ll surprise themselves—just like his billionaire students tasked with designing family-friendly paintings for a Central Park restaurant. He tells a lineage story through Marcel, the eighty-three-year-old master printer for Picasso and Dalí, who looked at Charles’s work and said, “He would love it.” There are gallery-wall brags and grounded details—charity projects, low pricing for collectors who return for ten to fifteen pieces, a recent New York Weekly profile—and there’s a standing invitation: he believes one painting can change how we see, maybe even lift a tragedy’s weight. Takeaways:Art isn’t mysticism; it’s method. Show up early, work long, keep it fun, and your eye will catch more light. The myths about artists suffering to matter are lazy; a sustainable life is possible with craft, community, and a clear offer. Inspiration multiplies in silence; go somewhere quiet and your hand gets honest. Great teaching unlocks dormant makers—whether they’re executives, students, or “not creative” friends. And if Guernica proved painting can channel horror, a monumental counter-image of joy can be just as world-shaping. Closing Thoughts:Charles Edelman’s stories make the studio feel less like a pedestal and more like a train you can board. If you want on, start with one page, one sketch, one hour—then repeat. To see the work, commission, or study, visit CharlesEdelmanMasterpieces.com or find Crashing Waves of Passions on Amazon. Ditch the other hiring sites, and let ZipRecruiter find what you’re looking for — the needle in the haystack. Try it FOR FREE at this exclusive web address: ZipRecruiter.com/WORK. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We open with the question everyone secretly asks: can a life really change that much? Dr. Stoyana Natseva answers with names and outcomes, not platitudes. Through Happy Life Academy, she’s watched Tatiana Markova move multiple sclerosis into remission, rebuild family bonds, and buy her first home, and Tsetsa Dimitrova outlive a one-month cancer prognosis to become a holistic therapist who now mentors others. Those stories anchor her thesis: when mind, emotion, and habit align, health and circumstance can follow. She dismantles the “I’ll be happy when…” script—more money, more success, more love—and insists that happiness isn’t deferred; it’s practiced now. Social comparison and cultural conditioning (the “matrix,” as she calls it) train us to chase what’s missing; her work re-trains attention toward gratitude, abundance, and authorship. The entrepreneur in her is direct: treat happiness as a skill. Start with awareness and acceptance, then do the reps daily—writing, meditation, loving action, community. Key Discussion Points:The conversation stays close to the real lives behind her frameworks. We explore how labels like “I’m damaged” become convenient autopilots—and how observing thoughts proves we aren’t our thoughts. Dr. Natseva maps the unlearning arc she teaches: notice honestly without shame, choose a creator identity over a victim identity, and rehearse new beliefs through practices that involve mind, feelings, and body. Gratitude is central but not a slogan; it is specific, sensory, and active—thanking the sun, the meal, the breath, the lesson inside the setback—until the nervous system recognizes abundance as home base. She challenges the hidden cost of an unhappy life: illness in the body, erosion of self-worth, fractured families, and years quietly stolen. Even simple physiology supports the shift—a genuine smile feeds back to the brain, making anger hard to sustain. When listeners ask how to begin, she keeps it simple: write what’s true, name three real gratitudes, sit in stillness for a few minutes, and repeat. The point isn’t perfection; it’s momentum. Takeaways:Happiness is not an outcome to acquire later but a discipline to practice today. By choosing the stance of creator—“I am not a victim of circumstances”—and pairing it with small, repeated actions, the story changes from the inside out. Gratitude reframes trauma as curriculum, not identity; attention placed on emptiness multiplies emptiness, while attention placed on abundance multiplies abundance. Community accelerates change because it interrupts isolation and offers models to mirror. Start where you are, feel what you feel without punishment, and move one honest step at a time. Closing Thoughts:Dr. Natseva leaves us with a decision rather than a dare: choose happiness as a daily act. When thoughts, emotions, and actions line up, life follows. If you’re ready to practice, her programs at Happy Life Academy turn the idea into a method—and the method into a life. Closing Thoughts: Dr. Natseva’s message is simple but profound: happiness is not a gift or a circumstance—it’s a choice. And the cost of not choosing it could be your health, your family, and your future. Get more leads and grow your business. Go to https://www.pipedrive.com/founders and get started with a 30 day free trial. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We open by challenging a midlife myth: “you’re getting old, expect decline.” Dr. Hosen Kiat counters that aging is plastic—biology is modifiable—illustrated by his ninety-six-year-old mother’s daily hour-long walks after hip surgery and his own “mind overdrive” routine that gets him training on days he least feels like it. The conversation locates prevention where he believes true healing lives: at the meeting point of modern cardiology and time-honoured medical traditions. He explains why Western medicine excels at acute saves (stents, bypass, resuscitation) but underinvests in prevention, and how his Wisdom from Two Worlds philosophy—and his platform at DrKiat.com—helps patients pair evidence-based care with practices that build harmony and resilience over decades. Key Discussion Points:The episode maps the levers that truly add healthy years: Mediterranean-leaning meals with fewer ultra-processed carbs and deep-fried foods; more plants and lightly cooked dishes; routine movement (“any movement beats none”); restorative sleep; and trainable responses to stress. He distinguishes measurable load from the stress we manufacture in our interpretation—two people can finish the same task with identical results yet feel completely different based on mindset—so part of heart health is training reactions. Social connection isn’t optional either; loneliness, he notes, carries cardiovascular risk comparable to smoking, making community a medical issue, not a luxury. On misinformation, he shares a clinic vignette: a couple arrives certain—thanks to social media—that a 70% blockage “needs a stent.” It didn’t. The point isn’t to shame patients but to restore standards: ask for credentials, weigh evidence, and individualize decisions. For listeners in their thirties and forties, he outlines the first medical mile: get a baseline cardiac assessment and labs, review family history, blood pressure, glucose, lipids, inflammatory markers, and signs of chronic infection; then tailor further testing with your physician. Takeaways:Healthspan bends to habit. Train what you eat, how you move and sleep, how you meet stress, and who you stay connected to, and biology follows. Prevention is the main event: marry cutting-edge cardiology with proven traditional practices, treat community as medicine, verify before you medicalize social-media advice, and get a baseline assessment in your forties so you’re not flying blind. Most importantly, start small and daily—one walk, one better plate, one calmer reaction—repeated until they become identity. Closing Thoughts:Dr. Kiat’s message is disarmingly practical: decline isn’t a sentence but a series of choices. If you build “healthy habits” and guard your mindset, your heart—and your years—change course. Prevention today is the price of freedom tomorrow. Get more leads and grow your business. Go to https://www.pipedrive.com/founders and get started with a 30 day free trial. Ditch the other hiring sites, and let ZipRecruiter find what you’re looking for — the needle in the haystack. Try it FOR FREE at this exclusive web address: ZipRecruiter.com/WORK. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We open on a cultural moment: the practices once dismissed as “woo” are becoming mainstream because burnout, information overload, and deep fakes are eroding trust in everything but lived experience. Lindsey grounds that shift in her own story—sobriety in September 2015 as the catalyst—and explains why she built Spirit Vigilante and Haven 101 Wellness Studio to help people move from conditioned scripts to conscious authorship. Drawing on neuroscience and clinical health psychology, she frames “spiritual sleep” as years of environmental programming where the mind and body run the show while the soul goes quiet. The wake-up isn’t a single lightning bolt; it’s a series of honest moments that begin with awareness and acceptance, then continue through daily practices that rewire identity. Key Discussion Points:Instead of chasing identities that keep behavior on autopilot—“I’m damaged,” “I’m this role”—Lindsey teaches a witness mindset: if you can observe a thought, you’re not the thought. Rewriting starts with literal writing. Her method uses awareness journaling to surface narratives, replace labels with curiosity, and rehearse new decisions until the nervous system believes them. She underlines the role of community; isolation convinces us we’re uniquely broken, but shared language and soft accountability make change durable. On “toxic positivity,” she’s blunt: saying “it’ll be okay” can invalidate pain, add shame, and push emotions underground. What helps is presence—“I’m here with you”—and timing, offering resources when the nervous system is ready rather than in the middle of the storm. A personal story of supporting her partner through grief becomes a template for loved ones: don’t fix, sit with, and ask whether they want listening, reflection, or advice. The name Spirit Vigilante crystallizes her ethos: “vigil” means to stay awake; the work includes darkness, boundaries, and defending your inner justice even when the mainstream pulls you away from it. Takeaways:Change starts when you stop labeling moments as good or bad and treat life like experiments with learnable outcomes. Writing is a neurological rehearsal that turns awareness into new behavior. Community prevents spiral loops of shame and accelerates healing. Presence beats platitudes; validation regulates the body so guidance can land. Spirituality isn’t an escape from science—it’s how Lindsey integrates neuroscience with soul to help high-achievers lead authentically. Closing Thoughts:This episode captures a practical spirituality: awake, evidence-informed, and unglamorous enough to work. If you’re at a breaking point, start small—one page of truth, one honest breath, one conversation where you’re heard. Lindsey’s invitation is simple and subversive: stay awake to your soul, and make that your strategy. Get more leads and grow your business. Go to https://www.pipedrive.com/founders and get started with a 30 day free trial. Ditch the other hiring sites, and let ZipRecruiter find what you’re looking for — the needle in the haystack. Try it FOR FREE at this exclusive web address: ZipRecruiter.com/WORK. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We begin with the myth of becoming a billionaire and land on Naveen Jain’s first principle: wealth is a byproduct of helping a billion people. From there he traces the mindset behind Viome—naming the company and mission directly—arguing that healthcare should move from clinics to homes, guided by AI and deep molecular readouts. Instead of DNA, which doesn’t change when you gain weight or get depressed, Viome measures RNA to see what’s actually happening inside the body and then turns those signals into precise food and supplement guidance. Jain challenges fatalism with an Eastern-philosophy lens—events aren’t good or bad until you label them—and shows how that stance fuels resilience through the entrepreneurial heartbeat’s ups and downs. Key Discussion Points:Jain demystifies “overnight success,” likening real entrepreneurship to a living heartbeat: the highs and lows prove you’re alive. He reframes failure as experimental outcomes that simply dictate the next move, and he illustrates how asking different questions unlocks different industries. With Viome, he asked why the field obsessed over DNA when chronic disease reflects gene expression; that shift, plus licensing biodefense tech from Los Alamos, enabled large-scale RNA testing and one-million-person datasets. He explains why there is no universal “healthy” food—what heals one person can harm another—and why personalization beats pop-nutrition rules. He also shares how perceived liabilities, like his accent, became superpowers for presence and clarity, and why founders must make others comfortable while staying anchored to purpose over ego. Takeaways:Impact precedes income; aim to improve a billion lives and the valuation follows. Treat life and company-building as experiments rather than verdicts, and resist labeling moments as wins or losses. In health, test—don’t guess—because the body’s changing biology lives in RNA and the microbiome’s activity, not static DNA. Personalization turns farms into pharmacies, with food and targeted nutrients prescribed to the person, not the crowd. Closing Thoughts:Jain leaves us with an operator’s mantra—do good and do well—and a provocation: if illness can be optional, founders should build for optionality at scale. The next chapter of healthcare, as Viome envisions it, lives at home, guided by AI, measured by RNA, and delivered by the most personal medicine of all—what you eat. Get more leads and grow your business. Go to https://www.pipedrive.com/founders and get started with a 30 day free trial. Ditch the other hiring sites, and let ZipRecruiter find what you’re looking for — the needle in the haystack. Try it FOR FREE at this exclusive web address: ZipRecruiter.com/WORK. FOUNDER10 - Save 10% on your first six months of a Viome Health Solutions Plan, including Full Body Health Plans, Gut Health Plans, and Oral Health Plans. https://www.viome.com/plans Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We start with a maze analogy that makes quantum tangible, then move into the arms-race reality: nation-states are funding quantum as a weapon, timelines are sliding from the 2030s toward the late 2020s, and boards waiting for regulation risk being caught flat-footed. Eric explains why EntroKey Labs is betting on software-only entropy generation and keying—a configuration-level upgrade designed to raise security today while preparing systems for Q-Day. Key Discussion Points:Eric traces the invention arc from a space-based patent idea to a terrestrial prototype and finally to a pure software method once the team focused on the real bottleneck: generating provable, high-quality entropy at scale. He contrasts hardware’s noise and supply-chain risks with a lightweight generator that scores and strips hidden patterns before keys are minted, framing quantum as the sledgehammer and AI as the scalpel already probing our defenses. We walk through how preparedness likely rolls out—government and defense first, then regulated industries—and why companies should begin with a cryptographic inventory and foundation upgrades rather than decade-long rip-and-replace plans. Takeaways:Quantum threatens today’s public-key cryptography sooner than most roadmaps admit, and AI is already exposing predictable patterns. The lever leaders control now is entropy quality. By treating this like Y2K without a date—auditing libraries, improving randomness, and adopting software-only upgrades—organizations can strengthen their posture quickly while staying compatible with current stacks. Closing Thoughts:This episode turns fear into a plan. If leaders modernize the base layer now, the trust stack can hold when Q-Day arrives. EntroKey’s wager is that a measured, software-only upgrade buys the world the time it needs. Get more leads and grow your business. Go to https://www.pipedrive.com/founders and get started with a 30 day free trial. Ditch the other hiring sites, and let ZipRecruiter find what you’re looking for — the needle in the haystack. Try it FOR FREE at this exclusive web address: ZipRecruiter.com/WORK. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this urgent and eye-opening conversation, Jeffrey Katzenberg and Hari Ravichandra reveal the disturbing reality of what kids face online—and why most parents have no idea it’s happening. From shocking statistics about teen mental health to hidden dangers of AI chatbots and predators on social media, they explain why online safety now matters more than learning to drive. More importantly, they share how Aura is using AI for good—turning technology into a lifeline for families. Key Discussion Points: The personal story that inspired Hari to pivot Aura from identity protection to child safety What Aura’s data reveals about the state of teen mental health today How AI chatbots are creating dangerous, hyper-personalized interactions with kids Why online safety education should be treated like driver’s ed The single most important device rule every parent should implement How Hollywood and tech can join forces to create positive change The moral responsibility of tech founders to protect their users Why prevention—not reaction—is the future of online safety Takeaways: You can’t protect your kids from what you don’t understand—awareness is step one Technology is neutral—it’s how we design and use it that decides its impact Sleep disruption is a silent driver of mental health decline among teens The best safety tools empower parents without breaking trust with kids Closing Thoughts:Katzenberg and Ravichandra are on a mission to rewrite the story of tech’s impact on the next generation. Their message is clear: with the right tools and conversations, we can give our kids the freedom to explore online—without losing them to it. Get more leads and grow your business. Go to https://www.pipedrive.com/founders and get started with a 30 day free trial. Ditch the other hiring sites, and let ZipRecruiter find what you’re looking for — the needle in the haystack. Try it FOR FREE at this exclusive web address: ZipRecruiter.com/WORK. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

At 32, LD Chen was a successful CEO with over 1,000 employees—but also battling asthma, liver disease, chronic pain, anxiety, and a heart attack that nearly killed him. Nothing worked—until he discovered the ancient Taoist practice of Oneness. Now, LD is on a mission to bring this thousand-year-old healing tradition to one million people in the West. Key Discussion Points: The near-death moment that forced LD to rethink everything Why modern medicine and traditional mindfulness failed him The standing posture “genius design” that melts away stress and tension How Oneness dissolves anger and deepens compassion over time The science—and mystery—behind the practice’s power Why he refuses to dilute its authenticity for the Western market Takeaways: True transformation often comes from unexpected, ancient sources Healing the body can open doors to profound emotional and spiritual change Simplicity, presence, and consistency beat quick fixes every time Closing Thoughts:LD’s journey is proof that a thousand-year-old practice can be more relevant today than ever—especially in a world drowning in stress, distraction, and hustle culture. __________________________________________________________________________________ Get more leads and grow your business. Go to https://www.pipedrive.com/founders and get started with a 30 day free trial. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Erika Aquino opens up about her journey from a psychiatric hospital to becoming one of the most respected investors in emerging markets. Diagnosed with bipolar one disorder, cyberbullied, and a survivor of abuse, Erika refused to stay down. Instead, she built a life—and a portfolio—rooted in empathy, wisdom, and comeback power. She now writes the checks that change lives and rewrites the rules of what success looks like. Key Discussion Points: Her battle with mental health, stigma, and public shame The role creativity played in rebuilding her confidence Why she looks for pain-driven founders, not pitch-driven ones The brutal questions she asks before writing a big check How gender bias shows up in boardrooms—and how she navigates it What most founders get wrong when approaching investors Why failed founders often make the best bets Her global thesis: funding the people who rarely get funded Takeaways: Resilience isn’t a buzzword—it’s Erika’s investment criteria Emotional intelligence is as important as financials Great investors don’t just back winners—they help build them Real change happens when capital meets compassion Closing Thoughts:Erika Aquino is more than an investor—she’s living proof that our lowest moments don’t define us. They refine us. This episode will challenge how you think about leadership, failure, and the true meaning of success. Get more leads and grow your business. Go to https://www.pipedrive.com/founders and get started with a 30 day free trial. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Patrick William didn't take the safe route. In this episode, the former tech/media M&A banker turned private credit fund founder reveals how he bootstrapped Rixon Capital from a $3M cold-call raise into an internationally respected firm—all without institutional backing. From burning the boats to turning down Plan B, Patrick shares the psychology, risks, and raw reality behind building a fund from scratch. Key Discussion Points: Why starting a fund is like flying a plane with only one engine The real reason raising capital is harder than most people think Management fees, performance fees, and how fund managers actually make money What investors really want (and why they’re happy to pay for boring returns) Why most high-paying careers hold people back from entrepreneurship The “burn the boats” mindset and why it separates real founders from dabblers Capital trends in Southeast Asia—and what excites him most about the region Why patience is the secret weapon behind long-term returns Takeaways: Great ideas aren’t enough—storytelling and persistence close deals Investors aren’t just buying returns—they’re outsourcing stress “Mindless self-belief” is a founder’s most underappreciated asset Sometimes, the only way to win is to make sure there's no way out Closing Thoughts:Patrick William isn’t just building a fund—he’s redefining what smart, disciplined capital looks like in a noisy world. His story is a masterclass in conviction, patience, and making boring look brilliant. Today's Sponsor: Get more leads and grow your business. Go to https://www.pipedrive.com/founders and get started with a 30-day free trial. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Drs. Louis and Denise Joseph reveal the hidden psychological struggles of high performers—and why even the most successful people quietly suffer. From coaching billionaires and public figures to forming a groundbreaking partnership with Rolls-Royce, the Josephs share how Open Sea Institute is redefining peak performance through deep mental rewiring, personal transformation, and ethical leadership. Key Discussion Points: The two categories of elite suffering—and why success often hides emptiness Why powerful people feel trapped in the lives they built The concept of “superior human functioning” and how to achieve it without leaving your life behind The underestimated mental cost of startup leadership and fundraising How Open Sea Institute is bridging psychology and business performance The real reason suicide rates are rising—especially among high-performing men Social media, AI, and the psychological future of humanity Could Dr. Louis Joseph run for president? The surprising answer Takeaways: Even the most powerful people need help reclaiming joy, purpose, and inner peace Business transformation starts with mental transformation at the top Self-mastery and emotional intelligence are the new elite currencies Mental health isn’t a weakness—it’s the next frontier of leadership Closing Thoughts:Open Sea Institute isn’t just coaching individuals—they’re reprogramming the mental infrastructure of global power. This episode will leave you questioning how we define success, and what it truly means to lead. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Virginie Costa has quietly shaped some of the most iconic global brands from the inside out. In this powerful conversation, she reveals the hidden mechanics of luxury leadership, how to earn your seat at the table, and why the future of finance is transformational, AI-powered, and human-first. Key Discussion Points: What makes the Birkin bag the holy grail of luxury The biggest myth about retail’s death—and how luxury stores still thrive From France to the C-suite: how Virginie built her career at Hermès, Godiva, and more The real traits that define successful CEOs (it’s not what you think) What aspiring executives must do now to rise faster Why CFOs are the new storytellers in a data-driven world How to lead business transformation—and still keep empathy at the core What AI means for the future of finance (hint: it’s not job loss, it’s reinvention) Takeaways: Learn the business before leading it—always start with a listening tour Success today requires purpose, people, and the courage to transform The CFO of the future is more than a number-cruncher—they’re a change agent Great leaders build trust, drive culture, and never stop being curious Closing Thoughts:From luxury handbags to billion-dollar balance sheets, Virginie Costa has mastered transformation at every level. Her insights will change the way you think about leadership, finance, and the future of work. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Marc O. Stockli shares the untold truths behind boardrooms, exits, and ego. With over 200 board meetings under his belt and an eight-figure acquisition behind him, Marc breaks down why most founders misunderstand the role of a board—and how to turn it into your unfair advantage. Key Discussion Points: Why boardrooms are broken—and how to fix them The day 9/11 shaped his lifelong obsession with boards What every founder gets wrong about advisors and governance How to recruit high-level board members even if “you’re a nobody” When to reject VC money (and why most founders give up control too early) The true cost of a bad board—and the hidden benefit of starting early Behind the scenes of a failed exit… and the Ponzi scheme that almost derailed everything What founders must do today to prepare for a successful exit tomorrow Takeaways: A board's job isn’t control—it’s “support and challenge” Information asymmetry kills board effectiveness—solve it with proximity and culture Founders with integrity, humility, and curiosity attract the best board talent If you're not ready to spar, you're not ready for a board Closing Thoughts:This episode is a masterclass in long-game thinking. Whether you’re pre-seed or post-exit, Marc’s wisdom reframes the way you see leadership, advisors, and your own ego. Bookmark it. Study it. Revisit it before your next big decision. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Arthur Chang, a veteran tech executive and CEO of PanTerra Networks, joins us to talk about the evolution of business communications, why the future is all-in-one, and how AI—done right—frees humans to be more creative. He also shares the leadership values that helped him scale PanTerra into a cutting-edge AI-driven platform. Key Discussion Points: Building PanTerra around long-term vision, not trends Why Streams.AI is built to do it all (and why that matters) Using AI to assist, not replace, human creativity Balancing founder life without burning out How to stand out in a world of 5,000 competitors The "refine over time" mindset behind great decisions Takeaways: Passion is fuel—but balance keeps you in the game Don’t wait for perfect decisions; make good ones and improve AI won’t take your job, but it might take your repetitive tasks Founders should stop chasing trends—and breathe Closing Thoughts:Arthur Chang proves that visionary leadership is about patience, passion, and evolving with purpose. His story reminds us that the best businesses solve old problems better—by listening more than they talk. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ken and Connor Mahoney, the father-son team behind MahoneyGPS, to unpack three decades of experience navigating Wall Street. They talk market cycles, the AI boom, crypto hype, IPOs, and why compound interest might still be the greatest secret weapon in investing. Key Discussion Points: How Ken built a 36-year Wall Street career and stayed relevant through market upheavals Why AI is still in the early innings—and where institutional money is flowing now The psychology of crypto and why Gen Z sees it as more than an asset class Father vs. son: generational differences in investing mindset and portfolio strategy Why dividend stocks may no longer be the answer for retirees The future of the dollar, global currencies, and where to stretch your money Their daily newsletter and media presence across CNBC, Bloomberg, and Fox Takeaways: Great companies don’t just survive—they reinvest, grow, and reward shareholders Compound interest is still the most powerful (and underused) investment tool Technology is the new infrastructure—and the market rewards those who keep up Crypto remains a high-risk, high-reward trading vehicle—not yet a true currency The U.S. dollar still reigns, despite temporary global shifts Closing Thoughts:Ken and Connor Mahoney are living proof that timeless market wisdom and forward-thinking strategy can coexist. Whether it’s riding the AI wave or challenging traditional retirement investing, they’re rewriting the rules while staying grounded in discipline and data. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Charles Gaudet shares the unfiltered reality of entrepreneurship—from selling crayon drawings at age 4 to building and losing businesses, surviving financial ruin, and finally scaling Predictable Profits into a go-to resource for high-growth founders. He breaks down the mindset that helped him thrive in “bad” economies, why personal branding matters more than ever, and what separates strategic entrepreneurs from the rest. Key Discussion Points: Why downturns are actually fertile ground for rapid growth The “I see you everywhere” strategy for demand creation Building both a company and founder brand for exponential visibility From land development to algorithmic trading: his surprising path to success Mental clarity, fitness, and the birth of Founders Fuel The one moment he almost gave up—and the breakthrough that followed Takeaways: A bad economy punishes average thinking—and rewards strategy Brand visibility isn’t vanity; it’s leverage Entrepreneurship isn’t for the faint of heart, but those who persist win Your energy and mental sharpness are your most valuable assets Closing Thoughts:Charles reminds us that every setback can be a setup—if you have the grit to keep going. His story is a masterclass in resilience, strategic marketing, and building a brand that customers trust and remember. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dr. Charles Ruotolo is more than a surgeon—he’s a systems thinker reshaping how we experience healthcare. In this episode, he shares how he built Total Orthopedics & Sports Medicine into one of the most respected orthopedic practices in the New York metro area, while leading innovation in urgent care access, AI integration, and patient-centered longevity services. Key Discussion Points: Why most injuries after 40 stem from one overlooked mistake The mindset, repetition, and humility behind surgical mastery Building Total Orthopedics & Sports Medicine like a five-star hotel The strategic rollout of Total Ortho Express urgent care locations How AI and virtual surgery are transforming the operating room and front desk Creating Total Wellness: a proactive center focused on aging and vitality Lessons on scaling a physician-first, patient-obsessed practice Takeaways: Repetition and outcome-tracking are what separate good surgeons from great ones A thriving practice puts physician well-being and patient experience at the center The best business moves in healthcare are often the most human ones Technology should empower—not replace—the doctor-patient relationship Closing Thoughts:Dr. Ruotolo isn’t just treating injuries—he’s building a new healthcare model from the ground up. One rooted in empathy, speed, innovation, and trust. In a world of waitlists and red tape, his work is a blueprint for how medicine can—and should—evolve. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Justin Hai breaks down the real cost of burnout, sleep deprivation, and chronic stress—and how one overlooked hormone, cortisol, might be sabotaging your energy, motivation, and even relationships. As the co-founder of two breakthrough health brands, Justin shares the science behind stress, why sleep is the foundation of everything, and how Rebalance Health is helping thousands reset their biology. Key Discussion Points: Why cortisol is the “master hormone” nobody’s talking about The hidden connection between stress, low libido, brain fog, and poor sleep How tech addiction is warping our circadian rhythms and emotional resilience The neuroscience behind Rebalance’s lozenges—and why most supplements fail Sleep hygiene secrets from someone who wakes up at 4:30 AM Why Gen Z is struggling with intimacy and identity in the age of constant dopamine hits How hormone imbalance mimics burnout, depression, and relationship disconnection Takeaways: Chronic stress isn’t just mental—it’s chemical Sleep is where your hormones are made; protect it like your life depends on it Physical touch and simple routines can radically lower stress Most supplements don’t absorb—Rebalance Health is designed to fix that Success means nothing if your biology is working against you Closing Thoughts:Justin Hai’s journey is a wake-up call to founders and high performers stuck in survival mode. Through Rebalance Health, he’s offering more than supplements—he’s offering a blueprint to reclaim your biology, your energy, and your life. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lesley Ray, a classically trained violinist turned visionary designer, who’s blending neuroscience, wellness, and AI to create responsive, emotionally intelligent homes through her company BrainHome. From scent-triggered slumber routines to lighting that aligns with your brainwaves, Lesley is redefining what interior design can do—and who it’s meant to serve. Key Discussion Points: Why traditional design ignores most of our senses—and how that impacts our well-being How AI and neuroscience are reshaping architecture and interiors The science behind scent, light, sound, and sleep quality How a childhood of musical performance helped Lesley understand human emotion BrainHome’s bedroom installations that adapt to each user’s stress and sleep cycle The challenges of designing for multiple brains in shared spaces Future possibilities: from personalized hotels to environments that prevent disease Why every home could (and should) function like preventative medicine Takeaways: Smart homes can do more than automate—they can heal Environment is one of the most overlooked drivers of health Design should reflect how we live, think, and feel—not just how we want things to look The future of wellness is multisensory, personalized, and built into your walls Innovation happens when you mix disciplines—like music, science, and architecture Closing Thoughts:Lesley Ray is showing the world that a home can be more than a shelter—it can be a sanctuary wired for your emotional and physical well-being. With BrainHome, she’s turning visionary ideas into real-world change, proving that when you design with empathy, intelligence, and science, your home doesn’t just reflect who you are—it supports who you’re becoming. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

LaToya Jordan, a former attorney, and Brianna Shelko, an award-winning musician and entrepreneur, to talk about founding Marble Wines—a brand born out of frustration, fueled by purpose, and designed to reflect the women who drink it. Key Discussion Points: Why the wine industry lacked female representation How they turned past careers in law and music into wine entrepreneurship The unexpected challenges of distribution and brand visibility Why Marble’s red blend is a “transitional wine” for first-time red drinkers The power of seeing your reflection—literally—on the bottle Building a community of women through events, wine tastings, and storytelling The unique bond between two co-founders from different generations and backgrounds Takeaways: Don’t wait to be included—build what’s missing The best businesses start from genuine relationships Authenticity resonates more than perfection in branding Representation isn’t just visual—it’s experiential Start small, connect deeply, and let the product speak Closing Thoughts:LaToya and Brianna are redefining what a wine brand can be—rooted in identity, friendship, and fearless ambition. Marble Wines is more than a label; it’s a mirror for the women it serves. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.