Going Public With Ross Mandell

Get Intro To The Stock Market https://www.skool.com/going-public-with-ross-mandell-7131 Ross on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rossmandell/ Randall on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/randallkaplan/ In this powerful episode of Going Public with Ross Mandell, Ross sits down with serial entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and mentor Randall Kaplan — co-founder of Akamai Technologies, founder of venture-capital firm JUMP Investors, and creator of the “Extreme Preparation” mindset. Drawing from decades of experience building, investing in, and scaling multiple companies, Kaplan unpacks what it truly takes to achieve excellence — not only in business but in life. Throughout the episode, Kaplan breaks down the mindset, discipline, and strategic planning behind his massive successes. Listeners are treated to an unfiltered conversation about entrepreneurship, risk, perseverance, real-world execution, and the blueprint for building sustainable wealth and purpose-driven impact. This is more than a success story — it’s a masterclass in ambition, discipline, and legacy building for entrepreneurs, investors, and high-achievers alike. 🔑 EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS -From Silicon-Valley Startup to Billion-Dollar Exit -“Extreme Preparation” — The Core Mindset -Mentoring Founders, Athletes & Future Leaders -Overcoming Adversity & Giving Back -Translating Success Strategies to Any Industry Randall Kaplan delivers one of the most no-BS, actionable breakdowns of success, wealth-building, and personal excellence ever shared on Going Public. This episode isn’t about hype — it’s about real grit, discipline, and strategy. If you’re seeking long-term success, financial freedom, or a mindset upgrade, this conversation with one of the most seasoned entrepreneurs in the game is a must-listen. Expect to walk away with concrete strategies, renewed motivation, and a new standard for what “excellence” truly requires. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get Intro To The Stock Market https://www.skool.com/going-public-with-ross-mandell-7131 Ross on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rossmandell/ Matt on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/moneysmartguy/ This week on Going Public with Ross Mandell, Ross sits down with powerhouse entrepreneur, financial educator, and top insurance agency builder Matt Sapaula — widely known for being one of the driving forces behind PHP Agency, the life insurance company founded by Patrick Bet-David and later sold in a landmark $400 million deal. Matt — a former U.S. Marine turned financial strategist — shares how he went from military service to becoming one of the most influential leaders in the insurance industry. As one of Patrick Bet-David’s personally mentored protégés, Matt breaks down the principles, mindset, and business philosophies that helped him build massive sales teams, scale distribution across America, and develop thousands of top-performing agents. Ross and Matt dive deep into the fundamentals of money, the real blueprint for building a scalable sales organization, and why the life insurance industry remains one of the most powerful (but misunderstood) wealth vehicles in the world. Matt also talks about the discipline and mental toughness he gained from the Marines, how PBD’s mentorship shaped his leadership style, and what it really took to help grow a company that would ultimately sell for nearly half a billion dollars. Packed with entrepreneurship lessons, high-performance strategies, and inside perspective on the PHP explosion, this episode is a must-watch for anyone in insurance, sales, or business looking to level up their career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get Intro To The Stock Market https://www.skool.com/going-public-with-ross-mandell-7131 Ross on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rossmandell/ In this explosive episode of Going Public with Ross Mandell, Ross retells one of the most painful and important lessons of his early Wall Street career—how a brilliant stock play on PANAM Airlines turned into a catastrophic collapse that wiped out clients, destroyed accounts, and forced him to rebuild from scratch. As a young, high-performing stockbroker in 1985, Ross had insider-level insight into PANAM’s upcoming corporate moves. He pushed hard—selling 5,000 shares to every client who didn't own any and doubling positions for those who did. His conviction was so strong that he bought in himself at $5/share, and within days the stock climbed to $5.75. Other brokers soon caught wind, and momentum exploded. PANAM shot up to $7… then $7.50… then $9—all within six weeks. Ross was positioned to make $2 million, and more than half his clients were on margin expecting a home run. Then everything changed. Trading was halted for over 24 hours, and devastating news dropped: PANAM wasn’t selling the company—only the valuable trans-Pacific routes and hubs. Executives secured golden parachutes, but investors were left holding the bag. When trading finally resumed, the stock reopened straight down to $3, instead of the expected $15. Margin calls detonated across the board. Ross lost $100,000 of his own money, made 130 margin calls, and watched his entire book implode overnight. In this episode, Ross breaks down: -The dangerous psychology of greed and euphoria on Wall Street -Why you never count your profits until they’re realized -How margin magnifies both gains and destruction -The inside mechanics of a brokerage boom-and-bust cycle -How corporate corruption and golden parachutes blindsided every investor -The brutal process of rebuilding a shattered business -The real truth behind “the crooked nature of Wall Street” This story isn’t just about losing money—it's about learning the most expensive lesson a stockbroker can learn: In the markets, the moment you think you’ve won… is usually the moment you’re already losing. A must-listen for anyone in the stock market, day trading, investing, or the financial world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get Intro To The Stock Market https://www.skool.com/going-public-with-ross-mandell-7131 Ross on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rossmandell/ Adam on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gitt_apparel/ In today’s episode, Ross welcomes Adam Larkin — a recovery advocate, motivational speaker and the CEO of GITT Apparel (which stands for “Get In The Truck!”). Born into privilege yet later grappling with addiction and homelessness, Adam’s story evolves into one of transformation, purpose and entrepreneurial success. GITT Apparel began as a mission-driven lifestyle brand: high-quality clothing that inspires people to rise, push through challenges and show up for life. Beyond fashion, Adam works as Director of Community Outreach for New Hope Counseling & Recovery and coaches others out of addiction.  🔹 Episode Highlights * 📉 Falling Hard: Adam shares how everything changed after his car crash at 19, a dependency on Oxycontin that spiraled into nearly 18 years of addiction. * 🚀 Turning Point: How he rebuilt his life, launched GITT Apparel and grew the brand into a global movement spanning 40+ states and multiple continents.  * 🎤 Brand + Purpose: The philosophy behind GITT — “Get In The Truck. GITT what you want out of life” — and how Adam uses it to motivate and empower others. * 🤝 Giving Back: His commitment to community work, especially in Kentucky, mentoring those battling addiction, and creating momentum from his own experience.  * 🔧 Business Insights: The entrepreneurial journey from influencer to CEO, social media consulting to brand building — practical lessons for anyone scaling a business with purpose.  💡 Why Listen If you’re an entrepreneur, creator or anyone who has faced a major setback, this episode delivers real talk on reinvention, brand building and turning pain into purpose. Adam’s evolution from rock bottom to running a lifestyle brand and helping thousands is your blueprint for going public — both in business and in life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get Intro To The Stock Market https://www.skool.com/going-public-with-ross-mandell-7131 Ross on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rossmandell/ In this week’s special 10-minute solo episode of Going Public with Ross Mandell, Ross shares one of the most unbelievable stories from his early Wall Street career — the day he accidentally discovered Dr. Jonas Salk, the legendary creator of the polio vaccine, while cold calling. To Ross’s shock, the man who cured one of the deadliest diseases in human history was completely broke. Dr. Salk had given away the polio vaccine, refusing to patent it so the world could access it freely. He saved millions of lives… but never made a dollar from it. Ross reveals how this chance encounter sparked the creation of Immune Response Corporation (IMMR) in 1986, at the beginning of the AIDS epidemic. The idea: ✔ Build a biotechnology company around Dr. Salk’s brilliance ✔ Take it public ✔ Reintroduce him to the world as a scientific icon ✔ Fund research that could change the future That bold move changed everything — and Dr. Jonas Salk, who once had nothing, died a multimillionaire because of the company Ross helped create. This episode is a powerful reminder of how vision, timing, and belief in a great mind can reshape history — and how one cold call can literally change a life. 💡 Episode Highlights -The true story of how Ross randomly found Dr. Jonas Salk on a cold call -Why the inventor of the polio vaccine was broke in the 1980s -How Immune Response (IMMR) became a company built around Salk’s name and mission -The business strategy behind taking a scientific icon public -The impact of the AIDS crisis on biotech investment -The legacy of a man who changed the world — and how Ross helped secure his financial future Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get Intro To The Stock Market https://www.skool.com/going-public-with-ross-mandell-7131 Ross on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rossmandell/ The Financial Wolf on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thefinancialwolf/ This week on Going Public with Ross Mandell, Ross sits down with William Nazarkewich — known online as The Financial Wolf — a digital entrepreneur and content creator who built a powerful brand around side hustles, wealth-building, and the hustle mindset. With a YouTube channel that delves into non-traditional income, entrepreneurship, and unconventional financial strategies, William brings fresh and modern insight into creating income streams beyond the 9-5. His journey from young creator to financial educator offers real-world value for anyone looking to level-up their finances. 💡 Episode Highlights * 📹 How William used YouTube and side-hustle culture to build his personal finance brand and reach a wide audience. * 💼 The mindset shifts he advocates: identifying mismatches between skills and opportunity, monetizing what you know, and embracing entrepreneurship early. * 🚀 Why thinking beyond traditional employment / “job culture” is critical in today’s economy — and how William’s audience tagged along. * 🧠 Tactical takeaways: how to choose a side hustle, scale it with content and community, and turn personal brand into income. * 🎯 Ross & William discuss the future of work, generational change in wealth creation, and how younger entrepreneurs can leap ahead. From YouTube side hustles to financial teaching, William “The Financial Wolf” Nazarkewich joins Ross Mandell to decode the modern pathway to income and independence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get Intro To The Stock Market https://www.skool.com/going-public-with-ross-mandell-7131 Ross on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rossmandell/ This week on Going Public with Ross Mandell, Wall Street legend Ross Mandell opens up about the first lawsuit of his career — a story that exposes the underbelly of the financial industry during his early years as a top stockbroker at Oppenheimer & Company. Ross recalls how he landed a dream client, Mary, who invested over $250,000 across five promising stocks. But when the market turned and all five tanked, Mary demanded her money back — and soon after, Ross was hit with his first lawsuit. What unfolded next revealed the manipulative practices of major brokerage firms that used their own brokers and clients to inflate stock prices and profit off hidden conflicts of interest. Ross breaks down how these corporate schemes worked, how brokers were unknowingly caught in the middle, and why the real “game” on Wall Street isn’t always what it seems. This episode is a masterclass in understanding the hidden mechanics of market manipulation, told by someone who lived it. 💡 Episode Highlights -Ross’s Early Wall Street Days: How he became one of Oppenheimer’s youngest and most successful brokers. -The Lawsuit That Changed Everything: His first client dispute and what it taught him about risk, ethics, and the business. -Behind the Curtain: How major brokerage firms quietly profited while their clients lost millions. -Insider Perspective: What brokers don’t know about the institutional games happening behind closed doors. -Lessons Learned: Ross’s advice for investors and brokers navigating the deceptive side of high finance. Ross Mandell shares the untold story of his first Wall Street lawsuit — a cautionary tale that reveals how major firms use brokers and clients alike to fuel their own profits while leaving investors holding the bag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get Intro To The Stock Market https://www.skool.com/going-public-with-ross-mandell-7131 Ross on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rossmandell/ John Gafford on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thejohngafford/ Order John's Book "Escaping The Drift" https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/escaping-the-drift-john-gafford/1147396656;jsessionid=410BEA046B373B914923098FCD9182AC.prodny_store02-atgap08?ean=9798895150771&st=AFF&2sid=Linktree%20Inc_100589976_NA&sourceId=AFFLinktree%20Inc This week on Going Public with Ross Mandell, Ross sits down with John Gafford — luxury real-estate entrepreneur, speaker, media personality and host of the hit podcast Escaping the Drift. John shares how he transformed a hospitality start-up into a top-performing brokerage and multiple business ventures, then built a personal brand around helping others stop living on autopilot and start leading with purpose.  🔍 Episode Highlights * From owning a college bar in his early 20s to founding Simply Vegas — a luxury real-estate firm known for exceptional results and a selective high-performance culture. * John’s transformation from appearing on The Apprentice to becoming a top business coach and media host — and how that pivot taught him the importance of surrounding yourself with winners.  * The mindset framework John uses: Resilience, Grace, Passion, Humility and Empathy — and how leading with these values creates sustainable business growth. * Why he believes most entrepreneurs fail because they fall in love with their idea instead of solving real problems — illustrated by the story of his failed supplement company.  * Actionable strategies Ross and John unpack for listeners: how to break out of passive living, how to build a culture of excellence, and how to scale with integrity. 📌 Summary If you’re ready to break out of autopilot, build meaningful wealth, and lead a life of purpose — this conversation with John Gafford is packed with real-world lessons, mindset shifts and tactical takeaways. Ross’s interview style pulls no punches, making this more than a story—it’s a blueprint for change. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get Intro To The Stock Market https://www.skool.com/going-public-with-ross-mandell-7131 Ross on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rossmandell/ In this solo master-class edition of Going Public, Ross Mandell breaks down the fundamentals of the stock market like only a true Wall Street veteran can. From serving ten years in FCI Miami to teaching inmates how to trade, Ross shares the captivating story of how he transformed the prison yard into a classroom for financial literacy. When his fellow inmates couldn’t grasp the complexities of stocks and shares, Ross delivered a game-changing analogy — comparing the stock market to the streets. He explained that just like selling a whole kilo doubles or triples your profit, breaking it down into grams — much like publicly traded shares — multiplies value exponentially. Through his raw, unfiltered storytelling, Ross connects the hustle of the black market to the logic of Wall Street, making high-level investing concepts simple, relatable, and unforgettable. 🔑 Highlights -How Ross Mandell taught the stock market from inside federal prison. -The “Company = Kilo of Cocaine” analogy that demystified investing for inmates. -Why understanding shares and value distribution is key to building wealth. -How the same principles of supply, demand, and leverage govern both the streets and the markets. -Ross’s mission to bring financial education to those society overlooks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get Intro To The Stock Market https://www.skool.com/going-public-with-ross-mandell-7131 Ross on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rossmandell/ Julee on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/juleegracey/ Julee Gracey is a veteran business coach, speaker, and author who specializes in helping service-based entrepreneurs show up powerfully online without burning out. With a background that spans modeling, marketing, and mindset coaching, she’s built her brand around empowering others to find their voice—especially those who feel camera-shy or overwhelmed by digital presence. This week on the podcast, Ross and Julee dive into what it really takes to build a scalable business from the ground up, why visibility is the new leadership currency, and how to do it with authenticity and endurance. 🔹 Episode Highlights * 🌟 How Julee went from international model to high-performance coach and visibility strategist.  * 📸 The importance of showing up on camera even when you doubt yourself—and how that can become a competitive advantage.  * 🧠 Strategies for avoiding burnout while scaling: building clarity, systems, and consistent content without losing your life.  * 📈 Why finding your brand voice matters more than flashy tactics—and how Julee works with entrepreneurs to create sustainable growth. * 💬 A breakdown of how mindset, marketing, and message collide in the modern digital economy—and what that means for entrepreneurs who want to lead. If you’re ready to master your visibility, amplify your brand voice, and scale your business without sacrificing your wellbeing, this episode with Julee Gracey is a must-listen. You’ll walk away with actionable insights on authenticity, presence, and building for the long-haul. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get Intro To The Stock Market https://www.skool.com/going-public-with-ross-mandell-7131 Ross on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rossmandell/ Darren on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/darrenmarble/ This week on Going Public, host Ross Mandell welcomes Darren Marble, a visionary entrepreneur and leader in the fintech and alternative capital markets space. Darren serves as CEO of Issuance and is the Executive Producer of the “Going Public” brand.  Darren’s journey spans enterprise software sales, launching a crowdsourcing/financing business, and pioneering retail investor access to private and pre-IPO companies.  On this episode, Ross and Darren dive deep into: how the world of capital raising is shifting, why private markets matter, and how founders and everyday investors can take part in the next wave of growth. Episode Highlights 🧮 How Darren transitioned from enterprise sales to founding Issuance, a leading SaaS platform for online capital raising.  📈 The shift from traditional VC to equity crowdfunding and Reg A+ IPOs – and what this means for retail investors.  🌍 His vision for financially empowering founders and everyday investors alike via alternative finance models. 🛠 The real mechanics of building capital-raising systems: marketing, story-telling, regulatory compliance and execution. 🔮 What he sees next in finance and investing: decentralized access, digital transformation, and the democratization of ownership. If you’re a founder, investor or anyone interested in the future of finance and entrepreneurship, this episode delivers insights from someone who’s been building the new model for how companies raise money and how people invest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get Intro To The Stock Market https://www.skool.com/going-public-with-ross-mandell-7131 Ross on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rossmandell/ Jerry on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sargeantjerry/ Jerry Sargeant is the founder of Star Magic Healing, an internationally recognized modality combining frequency-based methods, quantum physics and light-code healing.  In this episode, Ross and Jerry explore how his near-fatal experiences and spiritual awakening led to profound transformation—and how that journey can guide others toward healing, purpose, and higher vibrational living. 🔹 Episode Highlights * A pivotal near-death or life-shifting event that led Jerry to found Star Magic Healing and step into transformational work. * How Star Magic Healing teaches people to activate their own healing potential using light-frequencies, quantum energy and subtle-field work.  * The development and global expansion of Star Magic Healing, including international healing centres (first in Romania) and facilitator training around the world.  * Practical advice for listeners on how to shift their frequency, release limiting patterns, and step into higher levels of consciousness and performance.  Jerry Sargeant’s story isn’t just about wellness—it’s about redefining what’s possible when you align mind, body, and energy. Whether you’re seeking performance improvement, spiritual growth, or deeper self-understanding, this episode delivers a powerful framework for transformation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get Intro To The Stock Market https://www.skool.com/going-public-with-ross-mandell-7131 Ross on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rossmandell/ Scott on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/scottalldridge1/ https://scottalldridge.com/ Scott Alldridge is a veteran technology leader, author and entrepreneur whose career spans more than 30 years in IT and cybersecurity. He is the CEO of IP Services and President of the IT Process Institute (ITPI), and he has co-authored the influential VisibleOps series which has sold hundreds of thousands of copies worldwide.  On this episode, Ross and Scott dive deep into the modern cyber-threat landscape, exploring how organizations can move beyond mere tools and build resilient, process-driven security systems. Scott explains how his “TotalControl™” framework helps businesses integrate people, processes and technology to create operational strength and protect critical systems. He also breaks down emerging issues like Zero Trust architecture, regulatory compliance, and the evolving role of boards and executives in cyber-risk oversight. Episode Highlights * 🛡️ How Scott’s career in IT management led to founding IP Services and shaping the cybersecurity industry. * 📘 The story behind the VisibleOps series and how it became a benchmark in IT & security best practices. * 🔍 Why many organizations still fail despite sophisticated tools — the importance of process maturity over tech alone. * 🌐 The rise of Zero Trust, integrity management and how executives must adapt to the changing threat environment. * 🧠 Advice for business leaders: translating technical risk into board-level strategy and aligning security with business goals. * 🔮 Scott’s vision for the next wave of cybersecurity: AI, automation, and the human factor in a future full of disruption. Scott offers a rare bridge between the board-room and the server-room — from strategic oversight to technical execution. This episode is essential listening for anyone in leadership, cybersecurity, IT or risk management who wants to understand not just what to protect, but how and why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get Intro To The Stock Market https://www.skool.com/going-public-with-ross-mandell-7131 Ross on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rossmandell/ Pattie on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/duchessofdecorum/ https://www.pattieehsaei.com/ Pattie Ehsaei, better known as the Duchess of Decorum, joins Ross Mandell this week to share her journey from immigrant child to criminal prosecutor, finance executive, and social media educator. After immigrating from Iran as a 7-year-old without knowing English, Pattie overcame ADHD and dyslexia, eventually building a multifaceted career spanning law, mergers & acquisitions, and content creation.  On her TikTok channel, she teaches financial literacy, workplace etiquette, and relationship dynamics—topics she feels are neglected but essential. Pattie also reveals how her early risk-taking moment—leaving a legal career behind to enter merchant services sales—set off a chain reaction that led to exponential success in finance.  🔹 Episode Highlights * 🇮🇷 How her family’s migration from Iran shaped her early life and identity. * 👩‍⚖️ Her path from criminal prosecutor in Chicago to finance leadership in mergers & acquisitions. * 💡 The pivotal decision to abandon a conventional legal career and embrace sales & finance. * 🎥 How she built her brand Duchess of Decorum on TikTok, teaching etiquette, money & empowerment. * 💬 Her core philosophies on money, relationships, and female autonomy. Pattie’s story shows how conviction, adaptability, and a willingness to challenge norms can lead to success on your own terms. This episode is a masterclass in combining professional rigor, social influence, and financial empowerment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get Intro To The Stock Market https://www.skool.com/going-public-with-ross-mandell-7131 Ross on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rossmandell/ James on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/james_amo_amorosi/ James “Amo” Amorosi is a multifaceted leader blending decades of expertise in financial markets, private equity, and fighting arts. As Founder & CEO of The Legacy Fund and lead of Amorosi Martial Arts, his life is a fusion of discipline, capital markets, and purpose.  Episode Highlights * 🥋 Martial Roots to Wall Street — James shares how his lifelong dedication to martial arts shaped his mindset, discipline, and competitive edge.  * 📈 Market Beginnings — He recounts starting out on the floor of the NY Mercantile Exchange, trading commodities, currencies, and entering the hedge fund / quantitative trading space.  * 💼 From Trader to PE / VC — How he transitioned into private equity, venture capital, and founding The Legacy Fund, investing in businesses and scaling impact.  * 🌍 Athlete & Legacy Focus — Ross & James talk about applying capital to purpose: how The Legacy Fund aims to give athletes board seats, educate, and create generational wealth.  * 🔄 Integration of Mind, Body & Capital — How the same principles from martial arts (discipline, focus, resilience) translate into financial leadership and investment strategy. * 💡 Lessons, Risks & Vision — James discusses failures, scaling globally, building with integrity, and what’s next for Legacy Fund and his mission. James Amorosi’s story is a powerful example of how extreme discipline, market mastery, and purpose-driven investing can coalesce in a life lived on one’s own terms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get Intro To The Stock Market https://www.skool.com/going-public-with-ross-mandell-7131 Ross on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rossmandell/ Laura on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/laurascar_la/ https://laurascarpati.com/ About Laura Scarpati * Laura is an award-winning filmmaker and producer, founder of Chelsea Park Films.  * She directed “The Isaiah House Project: Lessons in Dying and Compassion”, and was named Best First Time Female Director for that work.  * As a creative executive and showrunner, Laura has worked on projects for major media outlets, including Disney, Ellen Digital, E!, Discovery, and Nickelodeon.  * After a life-changing near-death experience (NDE), she launched Chelsea Park Films to produce media that heals, elevates, and reframes trauma as opportunity.  * She also hosts The Woo Report Podcast, diving into the unseen energies of the universe, spirituality, shadow work, meaning, and transformation.  Episode Highlights * 🎬 The journey from Hollywood producer to spiritual storyteller: how Laura pivoted after her near-death experience. * 🧠 How trauma and healing inform the stories she tells—why she focuses on projects that move people, not just entertain. * ✨ Concepts Laura explores in The Woo Report: energy work, chakras, soul families, the unseen, and how to bring spiritual insight into creative expression. * 🌱 The role of vulnerability, authenticity, and light in storytelling—why she believes media can be a tool for transformation. * 📽️ Behind the scenes in filmmaking: challenges, pivots, and sustaining vision in an industry full of distraction. Candid, raw, and expansive, this episode offers more than just creative insight—it’s about media, meaning, and how spiritual awakening can reshape not only art but your entire life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get Intro To The Stock Market https://www.skool.com/going-public-with-ross-mandell-7131 Ross on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rossmandell/ Amir on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/amirs.way/ The Own app https://www.instagram.com/ownapp_/ Episode Highlights 🌐 Disrupting Social Media – Ross and Amir discuss how Own App aims to shift the paradigm of social media by returning control from platforms back to creators and users. 📈 Creator Monetization Model – Dive into how Own uses token economics, tipping, licensing, and transparent revenue splits to reward creators equitably. 🚀 Algorithm & Discovery – How the merit-based algorithm works: users can rise to virality without huge follower counts or prior “influence.” 🔐 Data Ownership & Decentralization – The technical architecture behind data sovereignty: zero-proof identity, decentralized storage, and how users truly “own” their digital footprint. 💡 Vision & Challenges Ahead – Amir reflects on the obstacles of building in Web3, adoption hurdles, scaling globally, and the future roadmap for Own App. If you’re a content creator, social media strategist, or builder in web3 / tech, this interview gives you a front-row seat into the next wave of social platforms—where ownership, transparency, and decentralization may become the standard, not the exception. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get Intro To The Stock Market https://www.skool.com/going-public-with-ross-mandell-7131 Ross on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rossmandell/ Lance on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lhouia/ https://mysoulwarrior.com/ About Lance Houia & My Soul Warrior * Lance Houia is a global operations leader with over 20 years of experience driving growth, high performance, and team leadership across industries.  * He founded My Soul Warrior, a platform blending mental health, somatic awareness, emotional mastery, embodied leadership, and transformational growth.  * His programs include Somatic Leadership Workshops, breathwork, emotional regulation, yoga, and mental fitness training, all structured around what he calls “The Pillars of Personal Power.”  * Lance also integrates culture, ancestral strength, and tribal community—for instance, using Haka (a Māori warrior dance) as a tool for emotional expression and embodied transformation.  Episode Highlights * 🧠 Emotional Mastery & Somatic Leadership – Lance walks Ross through how emotional regulation, body awareness, and somatic practices unlock deeper resilience, clarity, and leadership presence. * 🔄 From Operations Leader to Wellness Warrior – He shares how his corporate leadership background informs his approach to human growth, transformation, and community building. * 🌪 Breaking Patterns & Healing Trauma – Discussion of how past wounds, stress, and subconscious programming limit people—and the tools he uses to break those cycles. * 🔥 Embodied Tools & Rituals – Examples of breathwork, yoga, movement, the Haka, and other ritual practices Lance employs to help people release stored energy and reconnect with their inner warrior. * 📈 Scaling Purpose + Profit – How Lance evolved his mission into a business, balancing service, scalability, and meaningful impact through courses, workshops, and tribe-building. Why This Episode Matters If you’re in personal growth, leadership, wellness, or high performance, this is a must-listen. Lance’s blend of mind, body, & spirit work gives you more than theory—it gives you tools to transform your internal state and lead from power, not from reaction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get Intro To The Stock Market https://www.skool.com/going-public-with-ross-mandell-7131 Ross on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rossmandell/ Hugo Sanchez on Instagram http://instagram.com/mathewbowyer5/ About Mathew Bowyer * Bowyer was the operator behind an underground sports betting / gambling enterprise, pleading guilty to charges including running an unlawful gambling business, money laundering, and filing a false tax return.  * He ran operations taking wagers from hundreds of bettors, including high-profile clients like Ippei Mizuhara, the former interpreter for MLB star Shohei Ohtani.  * He was sentenced to 12 months and one day in federal prison, and ordered to pay $1.6 million in restitution. * His case drew widespread attention because of the scale, the clientele, and the intersection of gambling, tax law, and regulatory scrutiny.  Episode Highlights * 🎲 Illegal Betting Empire — Ross and Bowyer dive into how his operation grew: how bets were collected, the infrastructure behind running an unlicensed bookmaking business, and how client relationships (even with athletes or public figures) played a role. * 💰 Money Laundering & Taxes — The conversation explores the systems Bowyer used to move money, hide income, and evade tax liabilities, as well as how the justice system uncovered those financial trails. * ⚖️ The Plea & Sentence — Bowyer walks through the plea deal process, how the sentence was determined, and what restitution and supervised release requirements were involved. * 🔍 Publicity, Scandal & Reputation — Given the high-profile nature of his clients and the media coverage, Bowyer discusses how public perception and press impacted his case and legacy. * 🔄 Lessons & Reflection — He offers candid reflections about risk, regret, redemption, and what people in high-stakes money operations should learn from his mistakes. Why This Episode Matters If you're fascinated by underground economies, sports gambling, financial crime, and the law, this episode offers a rare insider’s perspective on how such empires operate, how they unravel, and how reputations and public figures get entangled in them. Bowyer’s story bridges crime, finance, and consequence in a way that few have lived to tell in detail. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get Intro To The Stock Market https://www.skool.com/going-public-with-ross-mandell-7131 Ross on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rossmandell/ Hugo Sanchez on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hugos.moti/ https://motiapp.com/ About Hugo Sanchez & MOTI * Hugo Sanchez is the CEO & Co-Founder of MOTI Technologies (MOTIapp.com), a platform aiming to reinvent how professionals, coaches, and creators monetize one-on-one video time.  * MOTI’s mission is to eliminate billing friction by enabling instant video payment, bridging content, coaching, and real-time connection in a single tool.  * Hugo has positioned the app as a solution for coaches, physicians, mentors, and online educators to turn time into revenue, avoiding the antiquated hourly billing system.  Episode Highlights * ⚙️ Disrupting Video & Payments – Ross and Hugo dig into how MOTI Chat combines live video calls with payment infrastructure, removing middlemen and billing delays that plague many creators and professionals. * 💡 Why MOTI Is Needed – Hugo explains the problems with traditional hourly billing and how MOTI ensures people get paid immediately for their time, making every minute monetizable. * 📈 Scaling a Tech Startup – The challenges and strategies Hugo has used building MOTI: product design, growth metrics, partnerships, and positioning in a crowded marketplace. * 🔗 Use Cases & Target Audiences – Focus on how coaches, consultants, mentors, and educators can use MOTI to streamline monetizing their expertise and creating direct connection with clients. * 🚀 Vision for the Future – How Hugo sees the future of creator monetization evolving, what next features are coming, and how MOTI plans to scale globally. If you’re a creator, coach, consultant, or professional selling your expertise, this episode is a must-listen. Hugo’s insights show how to reclaim value for your time, innovate in monetization models, and build tools that align with the way the knowledge economy is evolving. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices