Claim OwnershipThe Elite League Podcast with Greg Carlson
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Get to hear the stories of people from all walks of life and how they pulled themselves out from rock bottom to rock stars with the help of sheer determination, wisdom, and faith.
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Jake reveals how he walked away from a product that didn’t feel authentic and built something that came straight from the heart.He shares his journey from childhood artist to local entrepreneur, how guerilla marketing and free samples grew his customer base, and the discipline it takes to outwork everyone without losing your joy.This is a story about creative reinvention, purpose, and the courage to start over.Learn more about Jake's Cakes ATXThank you to our Sponsor:Elite Residential Group: One of the top real estate teams in Central Texas. Need help buying or selling a home? Book A Free ConsultationSubscribe to our Newsletter
Greg sits down with serial entrepreneur Darius, founder of Rise Growth Partners and author of The Core Value Equation.After launching 22 businesses and building a $200M company, Darius opens up about the dark side of success: burnout, anxiety, and the endless chase for more.From a life-changing moment in Oaxaca, Mexico to discovering the power of stillness, faith, and self-honesty, Darius shares how he rebuilt his identity and learned to lead from peace instead of pressure.This episode dives deep into entrepreneurship, mindset transformation, and the courage it takes to start over not in business, but within yourself.Learn more about Darius M:InstagramWebsiteThe Greatness Machine Podcast:SpotifyApple PodcastsYoutubeThank you to our Sponsor:Elite Residential Group: One of the top real estate teams in Central Texas. Need help buying or selling a home? Book A Free ConsultationSubscribe to our Newsletter
Greg Carlson sits down with transformational coach Andrew Adams, founder of Reclamation Wellness, to uncover the truth behind personal healing and human potential.Andrew opens up about surviving trauma, 12 years of addiction, and what it took to rebuild his life. Together, they explore the path to self-mastery, the role of surrender, and the power of choosing integrity in the smallest moments.If you’ve ever wondered why you keep hitting the same walls, this conversation reveals the missing link: you.Attend the next Reclamation Wellness event in AustinLearn more about Andrew AdamsThank you to our Sponsor:Elite Residential Group: One of the top real estate teams in Central Texas. Need help buying or selling a home? Book A Free ConsultationSubscribe to our Newsletter
Nick Gray went from a lonely entrepreneur working 90-hour weeks to a global advocate for authentic connection. As the author of The Two-Hour Cocktail Party and founder of Museum Hack, Nick discovered that the key to success and fulfillment isn’t more followers: it’s real friendships.In this episode re-cap, he shares how to host gatherings that build trust, opportunity, and influence, even if you’re introverted. We unpack the psychology behind why people connect, how to overcome social fear, and what it means to be a true leader in today’s disconnected world.Check out Nick Gray:How to Host a Party WebsiteThe 2-Hour Cocktail Party: Book infoThe 2-Hour Cocktail Party: AmazonNick Gray's personal websiteThe Easy Way to Host or Plan a Networking EventHow to Host a Clothing Swap: The Easy WayHosting a Happy Hour: Nick Gray’s How-to GuideThank you to our Sponsor:Elite Residential Group: One of the top real estate teams in Central Texas. Need help buying or selling a home? Book A Free ConsultationSubscribe to our Newsletter
When your company culture feels broken, it’s not your systems, it’s your standards.In this episode, culture strategist Taylor Davis, CEO of Wildly Satisfied, reveals why every organization’s energy starts at the top. She breaks down how leaders can identify “leaky energy,” write powerful integrity statements, and build a business that reflects who they truly are, not just what they do.This is a wake-up call for every entrepreneur who’s been scaling without stabilizing, leading without listening, and hiring without vision.Learn more about Wildly Satisfied:Website InstagramYoutubeTikTokThank you to our Sponsor:Elite Residential Group: One of the top real estate teams in Central Texas. Need help buying or selling a home? Book A Free ConsultationSubscribe to our Newsletter
In this episode re-run of The Elite League Podcast, we sit down with JP Newman—founder of Thrive FP, a $1.5 billion purpose-driven real estate investment firm changing the face of workforce housing. JP’s story takes us from the ego-driven chaos of Hollywood to the grounded world of conscious capitalism.He opens up about failure, fatherhood, economic cycles, and how his nonprofit Veritas Impact Partners is redefining what it means to “add value” in real estate.From cult experiences to Mount Kilimanjaro revelations, this is a raw, transformative look at how purpose can drive profit—and how one man is proving you can do well by doing good.Learn More About Thrive FP:WebsiteLearn more about The Fulfillionaire PodcastSpotifyYoutubeApple PodcastThank you to our Sponsor:Elite Residential Group: One of the top real estate teams in Central Texas. Need help buying or selling a home? Book A Free Consultation
Aaron shares his raw journey from wealth to rock bottom to comeback, revealing how failure became his greatest teacher. From flipping houses on courthouse steps, to competing with Blackstone, to launching PropHawk and modular housing ventures, Aaron explains exactly how he built businesses that withstand any market.Whether you’re an entrepreneur, investor, or business leader, this conversation will show you how to turn setbacks into strategy, build lasting systems, and create true financial freedom.Learn more about Aaron AmuchasteguiInstagramProphawkThank you to our Sponsor:Elite Residential Group: One of the top real estate teams in Central Texas. Need help buying or selling a home? Book A Free ConsultationSubscribe to our newsletter
Patrick Lyons embodies what it means to design life with intention. From starting pushups as a 9-year-old inspired by Batman Begins, to coaching over 700 clients worldwide, building his Online Fitness Coach Academy, and hosting transformational retreats, Patrick has turned personal struggle into a global mission.In this episode, Patrick reveals:Why discipline and protecting your energy matter more than money.How to scale a fitness or coaching business through trust and content.The lessons from battling injury, reinvention, and balancing a corporate -career with entrepreneurship.Why his definition of success is happiness, fulfillment, and health while helping others.This re-cap of one of our classic episodes is raw, powerful, and packed with lessons for entrepreneurs, creators, and anyone ready to level up their life.Learn more about Patrick LyonsThank you to our Sponsor:Elite Residential Group: One of the top real estate teams in Central Texas. Need help buying or selling a home? Book A Free ConsultationSubscribe to our newsletter
1I sit down with author and former relationship coach Kevin Crenshaw, who shares his raw journey of transformation—from burnout and brokenness to healing, faith, and reinvention.Kevin reveals how letting go of his old identity opened the door to his true calling: helping people expand their perspective, awaken their emotions, and live from a place of faith and authenticity. Together, Greg and Kevin dive into his new book Perspectives, exploring paradox, consciousness, and what it means to align your life and business with something greater than yourself.This episode isn’t just about personal growth—it’s about finding freedom in surrender, depth in reflection, and power in perspective.Get Kevin's book, "Perspectives"Learn more about Kevin CrenshawThank you to our Sponsor: Elite Residential Group | One of the top real estate teams in Central Texas. Need help buying or selling a home? Book A Free ConsultationSubscribe to our newsletter
Most networking events suck—boring rooms, surface conversations, and zero real value. But Matt Worthington is rewriting the playbook.At just 25, Matt co-founded Riser Network, a fast-growing Austin company creating experiences that connect entrepreneurs, creators, and business leaders in ways that feel magnetic and fun. In this episode, Matt shares his journey from hitting rock bottom with a DWI at 18, to quitting alcohol, diving into personal growth, and building a business that’s transforming how people connect.You’ll learn how to design unforgettable events, why presence matters more than pitch, and how small compound choices can reshape your entire life.If you’re an entrepreneur, creator, or business leader ready to expand your network with the right people, this episode is your roadmap.Matt Worthington + Riser NetworkInstagramWebsiteFollow MattMichael McleaneInstagramThank you to our Sponsor:Elite Residential Group: One of the top real estate teams in Central Texas. Need help buying or selling a home? Book A Free ConsultationSubscribe to our newsletter
Prescott, founder of Now Alchemy, went from homeless veteran battling PTSD to building a wellness company that caught the attention of Miley Cyrus and Demi Lovato.Prescott shares how he discovered Ormus, why he set out to mainstream it, and the exact moment when his intention became reality—when Miley and Demi mentioned his company live on Instagram, leading to Prescott speaking to tens of thousands of viewers about his mission.If you’ve ever wondered how to turn struggle into breakthrough and vision into movement—this episode is for you.📍Check Out Prescott LoveInstagram📍Check Out Now AlchemyInstagramWebsiteThank you to our Sponsor:In & Out Movers: Austin’s fastest-growing full service moving company. Local or long distance, they make moving fun and stress-free. Call 512-820-9090 now or visit their website.Subscribe to our newsletter
In this episode, I sit down with Ash Moore of BRĒZ, one of the fastest-growing startups the country. Ash shares the wild ride of joining a rocket-ship startup, the marketing playbook that took BRĒZ profitable in just four months, and his personal philosophy on wellness, community, and entrepreneurship.If you’re an entrepreneur, a leader, or just someone curious about the future of health-conscious socializing, this is an episode you can’t afford to miss.📍Check Out Ashton Moore:InstagramLinkedIn📍Check out BRĒZ:WebsiteInstagramThank you to our Sponsor:In & Out Movers: Austin’s fastest-growing full service moving company. Local or long distance, they make moving fun and stress-free. Call 512-820-9090 now or visit their website.Subscribe to our newsletter
Feeling stuck in a well-paying corporate job you don’t love? In this episode of The Elite League Podcast, I sit down with Azgari — a serial entrepreneur and business consultant who helps high-performing professionals break free from the golden handcuffs and launch profitable businesses in as little as 90 days.You’ll learn the math that proves why staying in your job could be costing you big, how to choose a business model that actually fits your skills and lifestyle, and the exact steps to launch without burning out. If you’ve been waiting for the “right time” to make your move, this episode will show you why that time is now.📍Check out Azgari LipshyGet A $2500 Free Premium Brand Kit when you join Azgari's Business Launch System - Claim Today!Thank you to our Sponsor:In & Out Movers: Austin’s fastest-growing full service moving company. Local or long distance, they make moving fun and stress-free. Call 512-820-9090 now or visit their website.Subscribe to our newsletter
What does it really mean to be yourself in a world that rewards curation, performance, and perfectionism?The crew opens up about their own transformations — from trauma and addiction to healing and self-acceptance. You'll hear stories about letting go of professional personas, balancing ego with humility, and using intuition, faith, and joy to navigate life with more freedom.📍Check out our Guests:Tamy Vo: Instagram | Website | VŌLVAPeihu WangJoe SatabelloThank you to our Sponsor:In & Out Movers: Austin’s fastest-growing full service moving company. Local or long distance, they make moving fun and stress-free. Call 512-820-9090 now or visit their website.Subscribe to our newsletter
Trevor Gibbs, Founder of MANBAR Provisions, didn’t plan to become a food entrepreneur. But when he combined wild game meat from his freezer with his passion for clean eating, he accidentally created a product so good, people couldn’t stop buying it. That product? The MANBAR—a high-fat, high-protein meat stick made from American-sourced bison and beef.In this episode, Trevor breaks down how he bootstrapped MANBAR from scratch, the power of regenerative agriculture, and why building something real matters more than a fast exit. This one’s for the high achievers, advocates of regenerative health, and anyone tired of junk food masquerading as nutrition.Check out MANBAR:InstagramOrder OnlineThank you to our Sponsor:In & Out Movers: Austin’s fastest-growing full service moving company. Local or long distance, they make moving fun and stress-free. Call 512-820-9090 now or visit their website.Subscribe to our newsletter
What if moving day was the best day of your year?In this episode, we sit down with Mark Anthony, founder of In & Out Movers, who turned one of the most stressful parts of life into an art form of fun, precision, and peace of mind.From working at IHOP at 14 to support his family, selling candy, getting in trouble, and finding redemption through faith, Mark’s journey is a masterclass in leadership, hustle, and building a service business that truly serves.Mark shares how he built a team of “kings in motion,” why your character matters more than your status, and how to turn every move into a chance to build trust and change lives.If you want to be inspired to level up your business, leadership, and life, tune in now.Check out In & Out Movers:WebsiteCall: 512-820-9090Subscribe to our newsletter:https://eliteleaguepodcast.beehiiv.com/
After dropping out of college and two years of homelessness, Joe Buchoff built a business from scratch that’s helped over 200 men worldwide transform their confidence and dating lives.In this episode, learn why building confidence is about so much more than getting matches on dating apps.Check out Dating Unchained:InstagramWebsiteThank you to our Sponsor:In & Out Movers: Austin’s fastest-growing full service moving company. Local or long distance, they make moving fun and stress-free. Call 512-820-9090 now or visit https://austinpackingservices.com/Subscribe to our newsletter
Ben Harris, known as The Fear Guy, shares how fear shapes—and often sabotages—your business, relationships, and personal growth.Whether you’re a founder, leader, or anyone hungry for aligned success, one of our classic episodes will help you identify the fears you don’t even know you have and use them as fuel for a powerful, purpose-driven life.Learn more about Ben HarrisWebsiteInstagramPodcastThank you to our Sponsor:Elite Residential Group: One of the top real estate teams in Central Texas. Need help buying or selling a home? Book A Free ConsultationSubscribe to our newsletter
Jackson Strong left a high-paying career in private equity and tech to pursue a path of deep spiritual work, psychedelic exploration, and community building. Within five months of moving to Austin, he launched AUREA, an event that brought together major leaders in the spiritual entrepreneurship space, and is now working on building The AUREAN Temples, a seven-temple sacred geometry complex in Colorado.In this episode, Jackson shares raw insights about shadow work, the real challenges of living in alignment, and how to merge business strategy with deep spiritual purpose.Whether you’re a leader, a seeker, or navigating your own transformation, this conversation will challenge and inspire you to think bigger about what you’re here to create.Check out AUREA:InstagramWebsiteEmail: jackson@aurealeaders.comThank you to our Sponsor:Elite Residential Group: One of the top real estate teams in Central Texas. Need help buying or selling a home? Book A Free ConsultationSubscribe to our newsletter
Melissa’s story reads like a movie. Top of her class, six-figure job, and then suddenly spiraling into drug trafficking, trauma-fueled chaos, and near-death experiences. But what came next was even more shocking: a radical awakening, a total rebirth, and a path to becoming one of today’s most powerful trauma healers.In this episode of The Elite League Podcast, we go deep. Melissa shares how unresolved trauma shaped her decisions, how she built and burned down a global healing business, and why she believes real transformation happens in the body, not the mind.Whether you’re navigating grief, trauma, burnout, or simply searching for your own version of peace, this conversation will change the way you see your story.Check out Melissa Minnich and her book "High on Life: A Prescription for Bliss":WebsiteInstagramEmailGet Your Free Chapter on "High On Life: A Prescription for Bliss:"Thank you to our Sponsor:Elite Residential Group: One of the top real estate teams in Central Texas. Need help buying or selling a home? Book A Free ConsultationSubscribe to our newsletter
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