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Codie Sanchez is a formidable force in the world of finance, known for her bold, contrarian thinking, financial acumen and entrepreneurial prowess. Codie comes by blue collar ownership and education the old fashioned way, her parents. Her mom a 30 year special education teacher and her dad a self made blue collar builder many times over inspired her to keep building. Determined to figure out what leads to real freedom, Codie graduated early from Arizona State University with a degree in journalism. She spent time in Juarez, Mexico, where she worked to bring attention to the murder, mutilation and human trafficking of thousands of women. Codie’s coverage of the atrocities in Juarez earned her the Robert F. Kennedy award for print journalism. But after witnessing firsthand the ways in which financial stability could be a lifeline, Codie realized she didn’t want to write stories, she wanted to change them. She saw that people hold the power—and the purse strings—but they have to be able to bet on themselves in order to succeed. Codie shifted gears from journalism to finance, dedicating herself to learning how to earn more money so she could help others do the same. In 2008, Codie took her first job in finance at Vanguard. That same year, the 2008 financial crisis struck and Codie again witnessed the devastating impact of financial illiteracy on ordinary people. Over the next several years, she redoubled her efforts to master the financial industry, ascending the ranks of prominent institutions such as Goldman Sachs, State Street, and First Trust. Over the next decade, Codie’s entrepreneurial drive led her to buy, build and invest in an array of businesses, like laundromats and cannabis companies. Never one to shy away from a challenge, Codie kept betting on herself and eventually created an investment portfolio as diverse as her skills. Now fluent in the language of finance, dealmaking, mergers and acquisitions, Codie began working on a way to pull her experiences together. The goal was, as it had always been, to reach, educate and empower other people. When a global pandemic brought the world to a standstill in 2020, Codie realized it was time to take action. She launched Contrarian Thinking, the world’s first free-thinking finance and media company. In spite of the global pandemic it launched in, Contrarian Thinking has empowered thousands to take control of their financial destinies and become successful small business owners. This venture fosters a community of more than four million contrarian thinkers worldwide, teaching the tenets of financial freedom and supporting small business ownership.

Neil Strauss is a ten-time New York Times best-selling author; a longtime contributing editor at Rolling Stone; and a former music critic, cultural reporter, and columnist at The New York Times, where he won the ASCAP-Deems Taylor Award for excellence in music journalism. His podcast, To Live & Die in L.A., hit number one on the iTunes charts and spent four months in the top ten, where it was named the best podcast of the year by The Associated Press and one of the ten best podcasts of the year by Apple. His latest podcast, To Die For, is currently ranking in the top 10 on iTunes under the true crime category. His most recent book collaborations include The Creative Act with Rick Rubin, which entered the New York Times bestseller list at number one and has been on the list for 76 weeks so far (and is still there), and I Can’t Make This Up with Kevin Hart, which also entered The New York Times bestseller list at number one. Other New York Times bestsellers of his include The Truth, Emergency, Everyone Loves You When You’re Dead, and The Game, which has the dubious distinction of being the most stolen book at Barnes and Noble besides The Bible. His book with Motley Crue, The Dirt, was hailed by Q magazine as “the most unputdownable rock book of the year, or possibly any year.” A feature-length film of The Dirt was released on Netflix, directed by Jeff Tremaine. Strauss has received the President’s Volunteer Service Award for his search & rescue work and the Los Angeles Press Club’s Journalist Award for his Rolling Stone profile of Elon Musk. He has appeared as a guest star on Curb Your Enthusiasm, in videos by Beck and 30 Seconds to Mars, and on talk shows such as The Jimmy Kimmel Show, The View, Good Morning America, Nightline, and Dr. Oz.

David Icke - Is a groundbreaking author of over 20 books, shedding light on unanswered questions having to do with the reality we live in. David is also a public speaker, who has spoken in over 25 countries. David has a huge following of like minded people who want to know the big answers, like are we living in a simulation? What is our purpose on this planet? Are we alone? 

Blu is a motivational speaker, artist, musician, and host of the Deja Blu Podcast, which has over 4 million listeners worldwide. She interviews prominent spiritual leaders and co-founded Florescence, a modern mystery school that connects women through online circles and in-person events. Raised in a British boarding school and trained in the Royal Air Force, Blu values community, teamwork, and sisterhood. She leads a team of empowered women who collaborate as equals. After losing much of her hearing in her mid-twenties, Blu (formerly Charlotte Victoria) chose to explore this challenge with curiosity and love, transforming her journey into one of empowerment and self-reclamation. This led her into shamanic healing, plant medicine, and redefining her relationship with fear. Her mission is to set herself free and inspire others to do the same, making deep healing fun and living by the ethos that "it's the artist's responsibility to make the revolution irresistible.”

Dr Joe Dispenza - A New York Times best-selling author, researcher, lecturer, and corporate consultant, Dr Joe Dispenza has developed a practical formula to help people transform their lives. Dr Joe’s mission unifies complex branches of science in an approachable way, focused on proven research, “Stories of Transformation” testimonials, and the scientific data behind spontaneous remissions. Inspired by the latest findings in neuroscience, psychoneuroimmunology, epigenetics, and quantum physics, his work integrates essential knowledge about the mind-body connection which teaches people how to heal various health conditions and make significant changes in their lives. Since 2010, he has partnered with renowned scientists and universities including University of California San Diego, Harvard University, Stanford University, and others to perform extensive research on the effects of meditation on the brain and body.

Kimberly Snyder is a multiple time New York Times best-selling author, holistic wellness expert and nutritionist, international speaker and meditation teacher. She has authored seven previous books, including Radical Beauty, which she co-authored with Deepak Chopra, and You Are More Than You Think You Are: Practical Enlightenment for Everyday Life. She is also the founder of Solluna, a holistic lifestyle brand. Kimberly is the host of the top-rated Feel Good Podcast. Kimberly has worked with dozens of top celebrities to feel their best, including Drew Barrymore, Reese Witherspoon, and Channing Tatum, and is regularly featured on numerous national media outlets, including Good Morning America, the Today Show, the New York Times, Vogue, and the Wall Street Journal. Kimberly resides in Los Angeles and Hawaii with her husband and children. To learn more about Kimberly and Solluna, visit: @_kimberlysnyder and www.mysolluna.com.

Bryan Johnson is the world's most measured human. Johnson sold his company, Braintree Venmo, to PayPal for $800m in 2013. Through his Project Blueprint, Johnson has achieved metabolic health equal to the top 1.5% of 18 year olds, inflammation 66% lower than the average 10 year old, and reduced his speed of aging by the equivalent of 31 years. Johnson freely shares his protocols and data publicly for everyone to use. Project Blueprint, is an endeavor to achieve humanity and earth scale cooperation starting within Self. In 2023, Johnson launched Rejuvenation Olympics, a leaderboard assessing one's speed of aging using DNA methylation. Of the 1,750 people who have been using this state-of-the-art aging algorithm to track their progress longitudinally, Johnson ranks #1 in speed of age reduction. Johnson is also the founder & CEO of Kernel, creator of the world’s first mainstream non-invasive neuroimaging system; and OS Fund, where he invested $100M in the predictable engineering of atoms, molecules, and organisms into companies now collectively valued over $6B. He is an outdoor adventure enthusiast, pilot, and author of children’s books, Code 7 and The Proto Project.

Steven Donziger is an environmental justice and human rights lawyer who helped Amazon communities in Ecuador win the largest trial court judgment ever against a fossil fuel company. The case, Aguinda v. Chevron, resulted in a$9.5 billion judgment against Chevron affirmed unanimously by both Ecuador's Supreme Court and Canada's Supreme Court for enforcement purposes. Rather than pay the judgment in a court where it had accepted jurisdiction, Chevron vowed to "demonize Donziger" and sued him for billions of dollars using roughly 60 law firms and 2,000 lawyers. When Donziger famously appealed a court order to turn over his computer and confidential case file to Chevron, a judge in 2019 charged him with criminal contempt of court. When the federal prosecutor rejected the misdemeanor charge, the same judge appointed a private Chevron law firm to act in the shoes of the US government and prosecute Donziger directly in the nation's first corporate prosecution. This resulted in his arbitrary detention at home and in prison for 993 days in a case that the UN's Working Group On Arbitrary Detention condemned as a violation of international law. Three federal judges – including two from the US Supreme Court – have condemned Donziger's prosecution as unconstitutional. Donziger, who is currently seeking a pardon from President Biden, lives in New York City with his wife and son.

UFC, WWE, and Judo champion, multi-ESPY award-winner, and Hollywood actress Ronda Rousey has stepped out of the ring and into the world of comics with her debut graphic novel EXPECTING THE UNEXPECTED! Ronda is best known for her tenure in Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and WWE. She was the first American woman to win an Olympic medal in judo by winning bronze at the 2008 Summer Olympics. Rousey began her mixed martial arts (MMA) career with King of the Cage in 2011. She soon joined Strikeforce, becoming their last Women's Bantamweight Champion until its acquisition by UFC.  Rousey was part of the company's first female fight at UFC 157. Rousey began a career in professional wrestling in 2018, signing with WWE, and debuted at WrestleMania 34. She won the Raw Women's Championship at that year's SummerSlam, and headlined WWE's only all-women's pay-per-view Evolution, in which she defended the title. Rousey is the only woman to be the champion in both the UFC and WWE as well as the only woman to headline a pay-per-view event in both companies. She was voted the best female athlete of all time in a 2015 ESPN fan poll, and Fox Sports described her as "one of the defining athletes of the 21st century.” These are just a few of Ronda Rousey’s accomplishments as an inspiring female American athlete.

Gabi Kovalenko is a transformational thought leader and modern philosopher with a pro-consciousness approach to personal development and mindful living. Gabi integrates principles of noetic science and positive psychology into her philosophy to shed light on the nexus of science and spirituality, revealing the power of consciousness and potentiality within all of life. Her approach revitalizes spiritual concepts by offering a refreshing take on the self-evident truth of universal order that connects people of all ages to their innate wisdom and purpose. Trained as a holistic healthcare practitioner, she is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in natural medicine and possesses a Bachelor's in Business Administration. Gabi's passion lies in inspiring a fresh awareness of life by disarming limiting beliefs with self-awareness and igniting a paradigm shift towards joy, abundance, love, passion, and freedom to help an individual construct the inner world of their choosing and, in doing so, contribute to the formation of a better one for us all.

An expert in relationships and personal development, Orion Taraban, Psy.D., has helped thousands of people get what they want in life. His podcast, PsycHacks, has over 70 million views on YouTube and has established him as a thought leader in popular psychology. His first book, "The Value of Others," examines relationships through the lens of behavioral economics and reveals the (often) counterintuitive realities that govern the sexual marketplace. Dr. Taraban is a licensed psychologist and currently lives in Napa, California.

PATTI STANGER: THE MATCHMAKER, the ultimate love guru, Patti Stanger, is back and doing the thing she does best: helping people find love by working with them in-person, teaching them the real tools and rules to become the most eligible versions of themselves. But this time, Patti has a new partner – “The Bachelor” alum Nick Viall is joining her to tackle some of her most challenging clients yet. No case is off limits or too difficult for Patti and Nick to crack. Each episode will feature two clients desperate to find love, with Patti and Nick pushing them to face their fears, identify their emotional core, and in the end, emerge ready to find the one. These are all real dates, real people, real matches…and real love! Stanger was the star and executive producer of the hit Bravo series “The Millionaire Matchmaker,” which aired on the Bravo for eight seasons between 2008 and 2015. Stanger is a third generation matchmaker and has authored multiple books such as “Become Your Own Matchmaker,” “Raise Your Desirability Factor,” “Find Your Match” and “Seal the Deal.” Original seasons of “The Millionaire Matchmaker” are currently streaming on NETFLIX.

Sage Steele is one of the country’s most popular and respected broadcasters. Most recently, she was a fixture at ESPN from 2007-2023, hosting the network’s flagship show, SportsCenter. Throughout the years, Steele has hosted a variety of shows and countless live events, including SportsCenter's coverage of the Super Bowl, The Masters, The NBA Finals, the World Series, and several other national and international sporting events. As one of ESPN's longest-tenured anchors, Steele was also the lead host of the network's NBA coverage, hosting NBA Countdown on ESPN & ABC from 2013-2017 before returning to her SportsCenter roots. Outside of the sports world, Sage has hosted a variety of events, including The Scripps National Spelling Bee from 2010-2012, The Miss America Pageant in 2016 & 2017 on ABC, The Tournament of Roses Parade on ABC since 2018, and Dick Clark's 2016 New Year's Rockin' Eve on ABC. In March 2019, Steele co-hosted the ABC special "Volcano Live with Nik Wallenda" as the famous daredevil walked a tightrope across a live volcano in Nicaragua. Through the years, Sage has been a featured guest host on ABC's The View, was a guest on Jimmy Kimmel Live, and has been profiled by numerous publications, including Rolling Stone, Variety, The Wall Street Journal, Vibe, and Huffington Post, to name just a few. Before her ESPN success, Sage's journalism career began in 1995 upon graduation from Indiana University. She held producing, reporting, and anchoring roles in local markets -- South Bend, IN (WSBT-TV), Indianapolis, IN (WISH-TV), and Tampa, FL (WFTS-TV) -- before landing similar roles at regional television networks in Tampa (Fox Sports Florida) and Washington, DC/Baltimore (Comcast SportsNet Mid-Atlantic). Beyond the spotlight, Steele has a philanthropic and charitable heart for many passionate causes. Sage is proud to be a new member of the board of directors for The Boys & Girls Club of America. She is also in her third year as a board member for The V Foundation for Cancer Research and an advisory board member for the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF). She volunteers with The Alzheimer’s Association and is active in her local church in Connecticut. Most importantly, Steele is the proud mother of three children, ages 21, 17 & 19, and resides in Connecticut and Florida. Sage LOVES being able to share her story and remains hopeful that her willingness to be vulnerable and speak her truth will encourage and allow others to do the same.  

Nicole Shanahan is an attorney, tech entrepreneur, and currently Robert Kennedy Jr.'s vice-presidential running mate. Raised in Oakland, California, she founded ClearAccessIP in 2013, revolutionizing patent management with AI technology. Nicole also founded the Bia-Echo Foundation, a private foundation that invests in innovative change makers tackling some of the world’s greatest challenges: reproductive equality and longevity, criminal justice reform, a healthy and livable planet, and more. Nicole is mother to Echo, her love and inspiration for a better tomorrow through a healthy planet.

Jim Kwik is an internationally acclaimed authority in brain optimization, memory improvement, and accelerated learning. With over 30 years of experience, Jim has dedicated his life to helping people tap into their brain's full potential. From overcoming learning challenges after achildhood brain injury, Jim embarked on a journey with the mission to leave no brain behind. Through his teachings, Jim inspires others to unlock their inner genius, empowering them to live a life of greater power, productivity, and purpose. Jim's influence is vast - he is renowned globally as the world's #1 brain coach. He’s revolutionizing global learning methods through Kwik Learning, which is present in 195 countries. Jim's teachings resonate with a diverse audience, from students and tech mavens to CEOs, from Hollywood celebrities to professional athletes. Industry giants like Google, Virgin, Nike, SpaceX, 20th Century Fox, and institutions like Harvard and the United Nations have embraced his methodologies. His collaborations with entities such as the U.S. Air Force and the Cleveland Clinic further highlight the extensive scope of his influence. In addition, Jim is a New York Times and #1 Wall Street Journal bestseller, "Limitless - Upgrade Your Brain, Learn Anything Faster, Unlock Your Exceptional Life." Since its debut in 2020, "Limitless" has emerged as a touchstone in the field, garnering praise from global thought leaders and luminaries. The book has equipped countless readers with tools for unparalleled productivity, personal transformation, and professional triumph – including the future of work, brain nutrition, brain types, and how AI will impact our daily lives. Jim's methodologies are for those keen on staying ahead in our fast-changing world. Jim is also behind the phenomenal success of the podcast "Kwik Brain with Jim Kwik.” His podcast boasts millions of listeners and over 60 million downloads, which is a testament to his ability to connect and inspire. Jim's passion transcends personal success. His dedication to global education and brain health is remarkable, having spearheaded initiatives for Alzheimer's research and school construction worldwide. In collaboration with organizations like Pencils of Promise and The Unstoppable Foundation, Jim ensures that underserved children globally receive essential resources, from education to clean water.

Ben Greenfield is human performance consultant, speaker and New York Times bestselling author, including the widely popular titles Beyond Training, Boundless, Fit Soul, the Spiritual Disciplines Journal and the Boundless Cookbook. A former collegiate tennis, water polo and volleyball player, bodybuilder, 13 time Ironman triathlete and professional obstacle course racer, Ben has been voted by the NSCA as America’s top Personal Trainer and by Greatist as one of the top 100 Most Influential People In Health And Fitness. Ben hosts the highly popular fitness, nutrition and wellness website BenGreenfieldFitness.com, a site with over a million monthly visitors, featuring articles, podcasts, and product reviews from Ben.

Meet Ralph Smart, one of the world’s most famous motivational life coaches. Ralph Smart is a Psychologist. Author. Counsellor. Life Coach. Relationship Guide. Alchemist. & Infinite Being. Ralph Smart was born in London. He has travelled to five continents. He enjoys nature, and meeting people from all spectrums of life. Awarded with a ‘BA Combined Honours’ in: ‘Psychology’ and ‘Criminology’-human nature fascinates him. The founder of ‘Infinite Waters,’ a media channel with over 2 million subscribers and over 333 million views helping people to become their greatest versions, regarding unlocking true human potential and being a limitless being. Ralph Smart was also named the 47th most influential vegan in the world by plant news. Ralph Smart has also been featured in MSNBC for his inspiring work to humanity. Ralph has also just published his debut novel: Tryathon: the love of a galaxy—A novel taking a glimpse into the potential future, the digital age, where wars are fought through technology. Ralph has also published Feel Alive, a great self help book to help others become their greatest versions, available on Amazon – https://amzn.to/2F6kX7v. Above all Ralph knows all humans were born to be free—Being free is our birthright.

Adam Roa is a multi-hyphenate creative who helps people build a fulfilling life through healthier relationships, expanded creativity, and aligned business. As an internationally touring spoken word poet and keynote speaker, he has graced countless stages, including Oslo Freedom Forum, The RISE, and MindValley. His viral poem “You Are Who You’ve Been Looking For” is the most viewed poetry performance in history, seen more than 250 millions times and counting. As a coach and consultant, Adam has been paid as much as $1 Million for his 1-on-1 coaching and is a behind-the-scenes force supporting many public figures and companies to expand their impact and influence. He is the founder of The Artistic Entrepreneur, supporting individuals in becoming a match to their greatness and he also hosts “The Creative Path Podcast” which breaks down the creative process of some of the world’s most influential people.

Rick Doblin, Ph.D., is the Founder and President of the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS). He received his doctorate in Public Policy from Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government, where he wrote his dissertation on the regulation of the medical uses of psychedelics and marijuana and his Master’s thesis on a survey of oncologists about smoked marijuana vs. the oral THC pill in nausea control for cancer patients. His undergraduate thesis at New College of Florida was a 25-year follow-up to the classic Good Friday Experiment, which evaluated the potential of psychedelic drugs to catalyze religious experiences. He also conducted a thirty-four year follow-up study to Timothy Leary’s Concord Prison Experiment. Rick studied with Dr. Stanislav Grof and was among the first to be certified as a Holotropic Breathwork practitioner. His professional goal is to help develop legal contexts for the beneficial uses of psychedelics and marijuana, primarily as prescription medicines but also for personal growth for otherwise healthy people, and eventually to become a legally licensed psychedelic therapist. He founded MAPS in 1986, and currently resides in Boston with his wife and puppy, with three empty rooms from his children who have all graduated college and begun their life journeys. Learn more about Rick by listening to his Origin Story and watching his TED Talk.

Clairvoyant, truth seeker, intuitive psychic, and best-selling author ELIZABETH APRIL (also known as EA), is here on a mission to help humanity awaken. EA has been featured on Vice, Bustle, Discovery, and Gaia TV to name a few, and has spoken at world-renown conferences across North America. Most recently, EA was a featured expert on Unidentified with Demi Lovato (NBC’s Peacock TV). Elizabeth April is on a mission to help shift the world, the only question remaining is, are you ready to join her on this journey?