The Hidden Entrepreneur Show with Josh Cary

If you’ve ever wondered why some creators explode on TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts while others grind with little traction, this episode gives you the real playbook. Braxton Wood, founder of Hacks with Brax, has generated more than 250 million views for himself and his clients and breaks down the mechanics behind going viral in a way that actually grows a business. You will hear exactly how to engineer completion rate, build a clear creator persona, and design a funnel that turns short-form attention into long-form trust and revenue. This is social media strategy without fluff, packed with practical steps you can put to work today.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeThe One Metric That Moves the Algorithm:Why completion rate and watch time are the true engines of virality, and how a 30 percent completion rate can outperform a 10 percent video, regardless of hashtags or posting time.The 20–30 Second Baseline That Works:Why ultra-short 3–7 second loops no longer get rewarded, and how to craft 20–30 second videos that keep viewers glued to the end on TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts.Hook to Close and How to Hold Attention:Practical ways to win the first three seconds, maintain narrative tension, and structure a clean payoff that maximizes video completion.Persona > Random Posts:How platforms “pigeonhole” you using built-in SEO, why picking a focused topic cluster matters, and how diluting your theme kills predictable reach.Entertainment Without Being a Comedian:Twenty ways to be entertaining without trying to be funny, and why “spectacle,” novelty, or satisfying processes can outperform jokes for your niche.The Posting Cadence That Shortens the Learning Phase:How 2–3 posts per day for a focused six-week to six-month sprint helps platforms learn who to send your content to, and how Braxton reduced his learning phase from months to weeks.Reverse-Engineering Topic Demand:A simple research system to find high-demand keywords inside each platform. Search your 10 target topics, log the top four posts, and compare views or likes to choose bigger “pies” of attention.Short-Form to Long-Form Funnel:Why short-form video is for exposure and discovery, and long-form is for education, authority, and conversion. How to move viewers from viral clips to deeper episodes, trainings, and offers.Viral Without Brand Drift:How to “stay in your lane” so views turn into leads, partnerships, and sales, instead of empty vanity metrics.The Dark Side of Virality:Why fame moments do not equal revenue, how to ignore highlight reels, and how Braxton reframed virality as an asset inside a real business.Episode HighlightsBraxton’s first viral hit arrived after six months of posting three times a day and relentless experimentation. That grind taught him what really works across platforms.The dirty secret of going viral is simple. Get as many viewers as possible to watch to the end. Everything else is secondary.Platform SEO is real. Become known for a focused topic so the algorithm knows who to send your content to.Research before you record. Compare top results for your target keywords on each platform to choose topics with bigger built-in viewership.Design your content funnel. Use Shorts, Reels, and TikToks for reach, then guide people to long-form content where trust and sales happen.

How do you rebuild yourself after a lifetime of trauma, and what role can psychedelics play in that healing journey?In this episode, author and journalist Erica Rex joins Josh Cary to discuss her forthcoming book, Seeing What Is There: My Search for Sanity in the Psychedelic Era. Erica’s story is one of profound resilience, courage, and clarity. From enduring childhood abuse in a family of doctors to becoming one of the early clinical trial participants at Johns Hopkins for psilocybin-assisted therapy, Erica has lived on both sides of suffering and hope.This conversation is a profoundly human exploration of what it takes to see life as it truly is, without illusion, denial, or fear. Whether you’ve experienced trauma yourself, are curious about the therapeutic potential of psychedelics, or simply want to hear an extraordinary personal journey of transformation, this episode will open your eyes to what healing can really look like.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeThe Psychedelic Renaissance ExplainedErica breaks down why we’re living in a new psychedelic era, how research returned after decades of prohibition and what it means for mental health today.Inside a Landmark Psilocybin TrialHear firsthand what it was like to participate in one of the first modern clinical studies at Johns Hopkins exploring psilocybin’s impact on depression and trauma.Trauma, Memory, and SurvivalErica opens up about her abusive childhood and the lasting psychological effects and how the long road to recovery began only after she left home and found safe spaces to speak her truth.The Moment Everything ChangedDiscover the pivotal realization that helped Erica separate herself from her trauma and finally understand: it was never her fault.The Limits and Power of PsychedelicsPsychedelics are not a cure-all, Erica emphasizes but when used responsibly and with guidance, they can open the door to new perspectives, self-compassion, and connection to the larger universe.Finding the Right HelpFrom skilled trauma therapists to trusted community, Erica shares why not all therapy is created equal and how finding the right support can mean the difference between retraumatization and recovery.Seeing What Is ThereLearn what it truly means to “see what is there” to strip away illusion, face the truth of your past, and reclaim your wholeness in the present.About the GuestErica Rex is an award-winning writer and journalist whose work has appeared in The New York Times, Scientific American, Vogue, and National Geographic. Her upcoming book, Seeing What Is There: My Search for Sanity in the Psychedelic Era, blends memoir and cultural commentary to explore the intersections of trauma, healing, and the modern psychedelic movement.

What happens when a middle school teacher trades lesson plans for property deals and then uses AI to scale it all? Luis Vanderhorst’s story is a modern American dream rooted in resilience, faith, and innovation.In this inspiring conversation, Luis shares how he arrived in the U.S. from the Dominican Republic at age 11, lost his father soon after, and still managed to build a life of purpose and freedom. From teaching social studies to building multiple businesses, Luis proves that curiosity and community can change everything.If you’ve ever wondered how to start investing in real estate, how automation can simplify your business, or how to use AI without losing your human touch, this episode is your roadmap. It’s a blend of heart, hustle, and high-ROI strategy.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeThe Power of Reinvention:How Luis transitioned from middle school teacher to full-time entrepreneur and real estate investor and the mindset shift that made it possible.Building Wealth with Purpose:Why your “why” matters more than your first property and how to choose the right real estate strategy based on your goals, resources, and risk tolerance.Faith, Mentorship, and Connection:How losing his father and finding guidance through mentors shaped Luis’s character, leadership, and vision for business and life.AI and Automation Done Right:The surprising ways AI can actually humanize your business by removing busywork, improving customer experience, and freeing up time to build real relationships.From Struggle to Structure:How growing up without a father taught Luis to fix what’s broken whether it’s a house, a system, or a mindset—and why that same philosophy fuels his success today.A Real-World Look at Real Estate Investing:Luis breaks down entry points for beginners from flipping and rentals to private lending—and shares the practical first steps you can take today.AI Tools That Save You Time (and Money):How business owners can integrate simple automation tools to manage leads, track clients, and boost revenue without losing authenticity.Key TakeawayAI isn’t replacing people, it’s replacing inefficiency. And in the same way a fixer-upper can become a dream home, you can transform your skills, your business, and your life by improving what already exists.

What if artificial intelligence could make us more human, not less?In this episode, Josh Cary sits down with Shekar Natarajan, founder of Orchestro.ai, to explore the future of “angelic intelligence”, a new kind of AI built on virtue, empathy, and compassion rather than profit and efficiency alone.With over 25 years in global logistics, Shekar has seen firsthand how systems built for speed and convenience often lose sight of purpose. Now, he’s on a mission to design AI that restores humanity to technology, starting with a logistics revolution that serves both goods and good.This isn’t just another talk about AI. It’s a story about what happens when you grow up in the slums of India, build a global career in corporate America, and decide to risk it all to create technology guided by the heart.If you’ve ever wondered whether AI can be a force for good, or how purpose and profit can truly coexist, this episode will change how you think about both.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy AI Lost Its Way:How artificial intelligence became “too artificial,” losing the voice of the people it was meant to serve, and what needs to change.The Concept of Angelic Intelligence:The 27 human virtues (like compassion, humility, and empathy) Shekar and his team have encoded into their AI model to create a “digital angel.”Purpose + Efficiency = Progress:How Orchestro.ai is proving that logistics systems can be both efficient and human-centered—delivering life-saving medicine with the same precision as luxury goods.Reimagining the Supply Chain:Why today’s delivery systems are built on outdated frameworks and how virtual, purpose-driven networks could save billions while reducing waste.From $34 to Founder:The powerful story of Shekar’s rise from poverty in India to executive leadership in corporate America, and how his father’s legacy of kindness inspired his life’s mission.Building a Better World for the Next Generation:Why Shekar believes the truest measure of success isn’t wealth or scale, it’s the number of “invisible angels” we create in others’ lives.This episode originally aired on iHeart Radio 710 WOR The Voice of New York.

If you run a business, this episode could save you from sleepless nights and costly mistakes. Rachel Michaelov, founder of Empire Tax Advisors and partner in Practice Wealth Partners, shares the deeply personal story that fueled her career and the practical systems that keep owners audit ready, tax efficient, and in control. You will learn how to choose the right entity, what your bookkeeper might be missing, and the exact questions to ask so you never assume someone else has it covered. Whether you are a solo founder, a growing service firm, or a dentist building wealth, this conversation turns “I didn’t know” into “I’ve got this.”What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeThe Hidden Cost of Assumptions: Why relying on “someone recommended my accountant” can still lead to sales tax trouble, IRS notices, and avoidable audits. How to set roles and expectations in writing so nothing falls through the cracks.Entity Choice That Actually Saves You Money: When staying a sole proprietor or single-member LLC becomes a tax trap. How and when electing S Corp status can reduce self-employment taxes once you cross the 60–70k income range.Bookkeeping for Taxes, Not Just for Data Entry: The difference between generic categorizing and tax-smart books. Why every transaction needs a purpose under IRS rules and how proactive questions turn trips, meals, cars, and phones into properly documented deductions.Sales Tax Compliance Made Understandable: The rule New York State cares about most. Why “I didn’t charge it” does not mean “I don’t owe it,” and how to set simple quarterly systems so you are never surprised.Payroll, Depreciation, and Accountable Plans: The S Corp basics owners miss. How to pay yourself correctly, depreciate big purchases the right way, and reimburse mixed-use expenses like your phone with clean documentation.For Dentists and Practice Owners: The all-in-one approach Rachel’s team uses to bring books current, resolve liabilities, and implement strategies that have saved clients significant amounts in taxes while restoring peace of mind.Due Diligence You Can Use Today: A short checklist to vet your accountant: licenses (EA, CPA, or attorney), years of relevant experience, proactive planning, monthly reconciliations, tax-driven bookkeeping, and clear written scope.

If you have most of your savings trapped inside a 401k or IRA and you’ve wondered how to do more than buy another index fund, this episode opens the door. Henry Yoshida, CFP and co-founder and CEO of Rocket Dollar, explains how regular investors can legally use retirement accounts to access private and alternative investments. You will hear how a reluctant Merrill Lynch rookie became a three-time founder by solving a problem Wall Street ignored, why diversification now means more than stocks and bonds, and how to take a more proactive role in your financial life without becoming a market guru. This conversation is a practical roadmap to self-directed IRAs, private market access, and smarter retirement strategy for entrepreneurs and professionals who want more control.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeFrom “Plan B” to Category Leader: How Henry stumbled into finance, survived the dot-com downturn, and built three successful companies by serving overlooked customers.The 401k Pivot That Changed Everything: The scrappy play that landed 120 small-business 401k plans and sparked a career focused on retirement accounts and real-world outcomes.Why Traditional Diversification Isn’t Enough: What Henry means by “it’s the S&P 7,” why stocks and bonds now move together, and how non-correlated assets can improve risk-adjusted returns.Self-Directed IRA 101: How Rocket Dollar lets you use an IRA or 401k rollover to invest in private and alternative assets, from single family rentals to private equity and venture funds.Is This Even Allowed: The ERISA backstory since 1974, why private investments were always permissible inside IRAs, and why big brokerages never made it easy.A Practical Allocation Mindset: How some investors shift 10 to 30 percent of IRA assets into alternatives while keeping the rest in broad index funds for balance.Creative Investing Without Being an Expert: Why your local knowledge can be an investing edge, and how to think in terms of zig and zag when the public markets swing together.The New A or B Retirement Conversation: Why the future of retirement accounts looks like regular IRAs for public markets and companion IRAs for private markets, and how both can work together.Passive Is Over: Why “set it and forget it” no longer fits the times and what a proactive, aware approach looks like for busy founders and professionals.Episode HighlightsThe origin story that began with saving for law school and turned into a decade at Merrill Lynch guiding everyday savers inside break rooms across Austin.The “richest man in Babylon” principle for modern retirement: start early, contribute consistently, and let compounding do the heavy lifting.How Rocket Dollar acts as the “picks and shovels” to unlock retirement capital for private opportunities, without telling you what to buy.Realistic minimums and examples for private funds that are now accessible to more investors, plus how customers typically use a self-directed IRA alongside a regular brokerage IRA.A candid look at incentives on Wall Street and why most institutions keep you in their own public products.Henry’s closing challenge to listeners: stop being purely passive, get informed, and take an active role in your retirement strategy.Visit Rocket Dollar and Invest in what you want with a self-directed IRAThis episode originally aired on iHeart Radio 710 WOR The Voice of New York

If you are a founder or executive staring down disruption, this conversation is a practical playbook for building a culture of innovation that actually ships. AJ Bubb, founder of MXP Studios and host of Facing Disruption, breaks down how human plus AI accelerates results only when leaders fix the hidden blockers inside their teams. You will learn how to create psychological safety, design real experiments, and replace yes-people dynamics with honest feedback loops that move the business. Come for the innovation strategy. Stay for the leadership coaching, mindset frameworks, and the story of a global CEO who traded a silver fork dinner for a paper plate to hear the truth.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeInnovation that Works in the Real World: What innovation means beyond buzzwords and how to mash ideas together to solve meaningful customer problems that create value fast.Human + AI for Speed: Why AI is the cause and the customer experience is the effect, and how to aim your team at the effect first so technology choices follow strategy.From Frameworks to Outcomes: Why “installing a framework” is not enough and how a leader, player, or coach model builds confidence, momentum, and ownership inside cross-functional teams.Culture as a Performance System: How agency and psychological safety unlock creativity, experimentation, and faster delivery across product, engineering, and leadership.Avoiding the Yes People Trap: How homogeneous mental models and go-along behavior wall leaders off from reality and how to invite dissent and get to the truth.The Feedback Flywheel: A simple rule to stress test discovery work. If you only hear praise, keep interviewing until you collect constructive criticism, then build from that signal.Leadership Presence that Listens: A memorable story from Accenture on how a CEO earned honest answers by sitting with analysts and asking three simple questions.EQ x Tech x Team: Why personal growth and emotional resilience matter as much as tools, and how life and work feed each other for better or worse.The Experimenter’s Mindset: Think big and act small through repeatable experiments, measurable wins, and a visible journal that compounds momentum over time.Core Values that Guide Focus: How AJ uses Play and Passion to choose projects, say no quickly, and bring full energy to the work that matters.GuestAJ Bubb is the founder of MXP Studios, where he helps leaders and executives implement innovation at speed. He also hosts Facing Disruption, a podcast exploring the future of industries, rockstar product teams, and the experimenter’s mindset.Episode HighlightsInnovation is a process of combining ideas to solve a real problem for a specific end user.Teams accelerate when they share a clear vision, practice in real scenarios, and feel safe to test and learn.Leaders who assume they know the answer often hire alignment over honesty, which silently slows everything down.Cross-functional “player-coach” leadership builds team courage, capability, and handoff readiness.Human plus AI creates leverage when the team starts from customer effect, not technology first.Personal work and executive EQ remove control patterns that block innovation at the team level.Small wins tracked in a simple journal compound into meaningful change.This episode originally aired on iHeart Radio 710 WOR The Voice of New York

If you want better sleep, calmer nerves, less inflammation, and more daily energy without adding another pill or appointment, this conversation delivers a clear, practical path. Mark Fox, former chief engineer on the Space Shuttle program and inventor of Vibe and VegaVibe, explains how pulsed electromagnetic fields (PEMF) and vagus nerve stimulation can help your body recover faster, feel better, and perform at a higher level. You will hear real usage patterns, study-backed outcomes, and simple ways to test these devices for yourself. This is a grounded look at next-gen wellness tech from someone who built his career on precision and proof.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodePEMF Made Simple: What pulsed electromagnetic fields are, how they occur naturally (think Schumann resonance), and why targeted PEMF can support circulation, cellular repair, and inflammation reduction.Cellular Energy Explained: How increasing cell membrane voltage and boosting ATP production can help the body do what it is designed to do: heal and rebalance.Wearable, On-the-Go Therapy: How Vibe and VegaVibe condense large, expensive mat-based PEMF systems into affordable, portable devices you can use for 30 to 60 minutes and get on with your day.Vagus Nerve 101: Why the vagus nerve is the communication highway between brain and organs, how tone affects stress, digestion, sleep, and headaches, and what proper stimulation can change.Heart Rate Variability Benefits: Why HRV is a leading indicator of health and recovery, and how a single session impacted HRV in clinical testing.PTSD Protocols and Outcomes: How a structured, 30-day usage protocol produced significant score reductions on the VA’s PCL-5 screening in Mark’s largest-to-date PTSD PEMF study.Protocols Like Songs: Why the devices run multi-frequency “songs” rather than a single frequency, and how different protocols target specific issues from anxiety to pain.Real-World Adoption: Why many traditional clinics lag on PEMF awareness, and how patient-led results are driving more physicians and wholesalers to take a closer look.Success Requires Consistency: Why most failures come from underuse or a nocebo mindset, and how to structure 3 to 4 weekly sessions for measurable results.How to Validate for Yourself: Practical steps to monitor changes using symptoms, HRV, and bloodwork trends while staying within FDA general wellness guidelines.Episode HighlightsMark’s background as the youngest chief engineer on the Space Shuttle program establishes engineering rigor and credibility for wellness tech.Over 50 million user sessions across tens of thousands of devices points to real-world traction.The VegaVibe targets vagus nerve tone through a magnetic field worn like a necklace near the heart cluster, not through electrical stimulation to the neck.Vibe and VegaVibe use 50 to 60 specialized protocols, written as MP3-based frequency pairs that shift every few minutes to reach different tissues and systems.Consistency matters. Most users see best results with 30 to 60 minute sessions, 3 to 4 days per week, over 30 days.About Mark FoxMark Fox is the inventor behind Vibe and VegaVibe PEMF devices and a former Space Shuttle program chief engineer. His work brings aerospace-grade engineering to consumer...

What does it take to be a truly effective leader in today’s fast-moving business world? Most companies promote top performers and hope they’ll “figure it out” when they step into leadership. But hope isn’t a strategy.In this episode of The Hidden Entrepreneur Show, Josh Cary sits down with Chris Hossfeld, founder and CEO of Barrel Strength Leadership, to uncover the frameworks, lessons, and battlefield-tested wisdom that leaders need but rarely receive in the corporate world.With 27 years in the U.S. Army, serving in Iraq, Afghanistan, and leading international teams, Chris has lived leadership where the stakes were life or death. Today, he brings that same clarity and discipline to executives, founders, and organizations hungry for growth.This isn’t another “death by PowerPoint” leadership seminar. Chris takes leaders into the field, literally. From Gettysburg to Normandy, he shows executives how history’s greatest battles can transform their communication, empower, and inspire their own teams.If you’ve ever wondered how to lead with confidence, clarity, and purpose, or how to transform your organization into one that thrives at scale, this conversation will give you the unfiltered tools and frameworks to make it happen.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeThe Missing Link in Most Companies: Why promoting great performers into leadership roles without proper training sets organizations up for failure.The Three Pillars of Leadership: Communication, vision, and empowerment, and how to know if you’re succeeding at each.Military-Grade Lessons for the Boardroom: How leadership training in the U.S. Army translates directly into running high-performing teams in business.The Power of Empowerment: Why defining thresholds for decision-making makes organizations more agile, responsive, and effective.Lessons from History: How Chris uses Gettysburg and Normandy to help leaders recognize toxic or absent leadership, understand organizational narratives, and apply these insights directly to their companies.Frameworks Over Formulas: Why real leadership isn’t about step-by-step instructions, but about developing the mental models that let you adapt in any environment.Sustained Change That Sticks: How follow-up and accountability 60–90 days after leadership training creates real transformation inside companies.Chris’s message is clear: leadership isn’t optional, and it isn’t a one-day seminar. It’s an investment that multiplies across your people, culture, and bottom line.

If you’ve ever dreamed of seeing yourself on TV, or wondered if media appearances really move the needle for entrepreneurs, this episode is for you.Josh Cary sits down with Dominic Forth, CEO of Thought Leaders America, to unpack the real power of visibility, exposure, and positioning. Dominic has spent over 20 years in media, from newsroom trenches to consulting with top TV stations, and now he helps thought leaders and entrepreneurs break into television to elevate their credibility.This isn’t just about vanity metrics. It’s about authority, storytelling, and unlocking opportunities that only come when your message reaches a mass audience with trust and impact. If you want to understand what it takes to get booked on TV, and what to do with that exposure once you have it, this conversation will give you the blueprint.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy TV Still Matters: Even in the age of streaming and social media, legacy brands like ABC, NBC, CBS, and Fox hold unmatched authority and influence.The Three Traits TV Producers Look For: How being audience-centric, emotionally engaging, and authentic separates you from the competition.The Power of Storytelling: Why facts and credentials aren’t enough and how to craft stories that stick in the minds of viewers and producers alike.How to Build Momentum Beyond One Appearance: Why cramming everything into a single TV spot is a mistake, and how to create a narrative across multiple interviews.Inside the Newsroom: What journalists and producers actually want from guests and how you can become the resource they need.The Future of Media: Insights into where TV, streaming, and immersive platforms like Roblox are heading, and how entrepreneurs can leverage these shifts.AI and Storytelling: Why human stories, combined with AI efficiency, will define the next wave of media strategy.

From Ferraris in the driveway to Van Halen in the backyard, Danielle Diamond grew up surrounded by the kind of rock-and-roll glamour most of us only dream about. But behind the limousines and backstage passes was a family quietly wrestling with deep mental health struggles, and a young girl searching for lasting happiness.In this raw and powerful conversation, Danielle shares the remarkable journey behind her memoir Happy Adjacent. She reveals why chasing fame and fortune often leaves us emptier than before and what it really takes to feel fulfilled. Whether you’re navigating personal challenges, redefining success, or simply tired of waiting for “someday” to feel happy, Danielle’s story will shift your perspective and give you tangible ways to embrace joy right now.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeThe Illusion of “Having It All”: How growing up in the epicenter of ’80s rock stardom shaped Danielle’s understanding of wealth, fame, and happiness.Life Behind the Limos: The hidden struggles that fame and luxury can’t erase and why no one is immune to pain.Mental Health in the Shadows: Lessons from living with a parent battling severe mental illness, and the impact on self-worth and identity.Losing It All at 18: How bankruptcy and starting from scratch taught Danielle resilience, drive, and independence.The Turning Point: The wisdom Eric Clapton shared that completely reframed Danielle’s approach to happiness.Happiness as an Inside Job: Practical mindset shifts and daily habits like meditation and reframing beliefs that make joy possible now, not “one day.”The Power of Small Joys: How finding one thing to be grateful for can turn your outlook around, even in life’s lowest moments.This episode isn’t just Danielle’s story; it’s a wake-up call to stop postponing happiness until conditions are “perfect.” You’ll leave inspired to create it where you stand, no matter your circumstances.Links and ResourcesBook: Happy Adjacent online at happy-adjacent.com

What does a petroleum engineer with 35 years in the oil and gas industry know about creating a hit meal-planning app? More than you think. Mark Semmelbeck’s journey from running drilling operations to running a tech startup is as surprising as it is inspiring.In this episode, you’ll hear how a simple Sunday visit to his daughter sparked the idea for A Better Meal, a smart, AI-powered meal-planning app that brings joy back to the kitchen. Mark shares his transition into entrepreneurship, his unexpected lessons in consumer tech, and why he believes healthy eating should be simple, personalized, and fun.Whether you’re a seasoned home chef, a “cook only when you must” type, or an entrepreneur looking to pivot into a new industry, Mark’s story delivers both practical tips and a reminder that it’s never too late to reinvent yourself.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeFrom Oil to Apps: How Mark went from petroleum engineer to tech entrepreneur without a background in food or software.The Problem Worth Solving: The Sunday afternoon meal-prep frustration that inspired A Better Meal.AI in the Kitchen: How artificial intelligence is transforming meal planning, cooking skills, and grocery shopping efficiency.Making Healthy Eating Fun: Why gamification and bite-sized cooking videos can turn even reluctant cooks into confident creators.Overcoming the Crowded Market Challenge: How A Better Meal stands out from other meal-planning and delivery services.Family Collaboration: How Mark’s son joined the mission, bringing his videography skills to produce high-quality cooking tutorials.The June App Release: Sneak peek at the new features, including 80+ video classes, curated meal plans for athletes, and AI-powered ingredient cross-usage.

What happens when you're told from childhood that you'll never amount to anything? In this extraordinary episode, Josh Cary sits down with Unbroken author Robert Crawford, who was once ridiculed by teachers, dismissed by his father, and written off by nearly everyone, except his mother.Robert’s story is raw, powerful, and unforgettable. From being a boy in Jamaica who was mocked and shamed in school, to founding his own nursery school at age 17, to becoming a global educator, counselor, and church leader, his journey is a testament to what’s possible when you choose to believe in yourself, even when no one else does.If you’ve ever felt unseen, underestimated, or stuck in a narrative that wasn’t yours, this conversation will remind you that you can rewrite your story. Right now. Starting today.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeHow Words Can Shape (or Shatter) a Child’s Future:The moment Robert was publicly humiliated by a teacher, and how his mother’s loving response that same night changed everything.The Power of a Single Believer:Why one person who believes in you can be the catalyst for everything that follows and how to be that person for yourself or someone else.Overcoming Labels and Low Expectations:Robert’s perspective on self-fulfilling prophecies, and how he rewrote the narrative of failure that others tried to assign him.From Market Stall to Nursery School Founder:How Robert started a nursery school at 17, despite never attending high school, and grew it from 6 children to 66.The Life-Altering Moment He Taught His Mother to Read:The full-circle moment of becoming a teacher to the very woman who had sacrificed everything to give him a chance.Redemption and Resilience in Adulthood:How Robert pursued education relentlessly, became a teacher, counselor, and global leader all while carrying his mother’s legacy with pride.The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything:Why Robert believes you must “clean the slate,” break free from mental slavery, and choose a new internal voice.Who This Episode is For:Anyone who grew up with limiting beliefs or harsh labelsParents who want to understand the lifelong power of their wordsEducators who need a reminder of their influenceAspiring leaders, entrepreneurs, and authors who’ve ever felt "behind"Listeners searching for a way to turn pain into purposeRobert's Core Message:You are the architect of your life. No matter how many times you've failed, been denied, or felt invisible, there is always redemption. You can rise.

Ever wondered if you could turn your creative passion into a real, profitable business without quitting your day job? This episode is your proof.Jaclyn Isaac, founder of Doni Douglas Designs, went from managing global ad campaigns in Big Pharma to leading one of New Jersey’s most recognizable interior design firms. It all started as a side hustle, fueled by instinct, savagery (her word), and a refusal to stay small.In this refreshingly honest and practical conversation, Jaclyn opens up about building a business without formal training, how she fought through imposter syndrome, and the exact mindset shift that took her from “downtown decorator” to a designer commanding high-end projects and premium fees.Whether you're growing your side hustle, wrestling with self-worth as a creative entrepreneur, or finally ready to bet on yourself, Jaclyn’s journey will challenge your excuses and inspire your next move.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeThe Reality of Starting on the SideHow Jaclyn balanced a full-time advertising job with growing a passion project and why “side hustle” is one of the most underrated business strategies available.How to Know When It’s Time to RebrandThe surprising moment a client told her, “Your name is holding you back,” and how that led to a full identity and mindset shift in her business.Overcoming the Fear of Not Being 'Qualified'Jaclyn didn’t go to design school. She’s never needed to. She shares how she built her reputation through results and referrals not credentials.Pricing, Worth, and Owning Your ValueFrom $450 full apartment projects to commanding premium fees, Jaclyn walks through the emotional and tactical work of raising your internal thermostat.The Truth About Time and ExcusesWhy most of us do have time to build something meaningful and what doom-scrolling has to do with it.Running a Business vs. Being CreativeJaclyn reveals how her love for business, systems, and project management became the secret weapon that made her design firm scalable and profitable.Conquering Imposter Syndrome on Job Sites and BeyondThe inner dialogue Jaclyn still uses to walk into high-stakes meetings, own her expertise, and lead confidently, even in male-dominated industries.A Refreshing Take on Success and StrategyThis is not “quit your job and chase your passion” fluff. Jaclyn keeps it real about mortgages, children, and building something sustainable and soulful simultaneously.Originally aired on iHeart Radio's 710 WOR with host Josh Cary.

What makes a business truly attractive to investors, clients, and customers alike? In this episode, Josh Cary sits down with Kevin Scanlon, scientist, inventor, author of The Hybrid Entrepreneur, and experienced investor, to unpack the mindset and strategies that help entrepreneurs build credibility, attract funding, and scale successfully.This isn’t just theory. Kevin has lived on all sides of the business equation: academia, startups, pharmaceuticals, and investment groups like Tech Coast Angels and Pasadena Angels. He reveals exactly what investors look for, why honesty and adaptability are non-negotiable, and how to create the ecosystem that takes your business from idea to investor-ready.Whether you’re a founder preparing for fundraising, an entrepreneur aiming to scale, or a professional looking to position your business for long-term growth, this episode offers clear, actionable insights to help you stand out.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeThe Three Entrepreneurial Lanes: Why knowing if you’re an inventor, entrepreneur, or CEO changes how you lead and grow your business.How to Attract Investors: The must-have traits, documents, and mindset that make investors say yes.The Power of Your Team and Network: Why your ability to recruit and collaborate signals more than your product alone.Elevator Pitches That Work: What investors listen for in the first two minutes, and the red flags that turn them off.The Real Investor Mindset: Why even brilliant products need patience, proof, and adaptability to secure funding.Lessons from the Investment Trenches: What Kevin learned from 20 years in the investment community, including how deals get screened, syndicated, and funded.This conversation is a masterclass in preparing your business for the opportunities and scrutiny that come with growth and investment.

Feel like you’re constantly second-guessing your financial decisions? Tired of the noise from talking heads, YouTube gurus, and random internet advice? In this episode, Josh Cary sits down with financial advisor Nick Grose of Grose Wealth Management to break through the confusion and offer a grounded, relationship-first approach to wealth.This isn’t a jargon-filled finance lecture. It’s a refreshingly human, emotionally aware conversation that gets to the heart of why we invest, save, and plan in the first place. Nick shares how his early obsession with finance (yes, he read investing textbooks for fun as a teen), his professional hockey background, and his family legacy shape how he advises clients today.Whether you’re in your 30s building wealth or nearing retirement, trying to protect it, Nick delivers real insight on how to build confidence and clarity even when the market gets shaky.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy Most Financial Advice Falls Flat:Nick unpacks why there’s so much noise out there and how your own overconfidence bias might be tripping you up without realizing it.The Hidden Emotional Drivers Behind Every Financial Goal:Investing isn’t just about numbers, it’s about what those numbers mean to you. Nick shares how he digs into the emotional "why" behind each client’s logical goals.How to Build a Legacy That’s More Than Just Money:You’ll discover the two sides of legacy: passing down wealth and passing down trust. Nick explains how long-term relationships matter more than hot stock picks.The Power of a Second Opinion:Using a personal (and pretty wild) hockey injury story, Nick shows why getting another look at your financial plan might save more than your portfolio.From Rinks to Returns: How Hockey Shaped His Wealth Philosophy:Discipline, resilience, and preparation, what Nick learned on the ice translates directly into his approach to helping clients weather market storms.How to Sleep Better at Night (Even When Markets Crash):You’ll learn why diversification is only part of the answer, and how true financial peace comes from clarity, coaching, and being emotionally ready for what’s ahead.What to Ask Yourself (and Your Advisor) Before Making Big Moves:Nick shares the essential questions to evaluate whether your current financial setup actually aligns with your life goals, not just your spreadsheet.If you’ve ever felt anxious, overwhelmed, or flat-out stuck about what to do with your money, this episode gives you the clarity and permission to slow down, think deeply, and create a real plan that serves you, your family, and your future.Featuring:Nick Grose, Financial Advisor, Grose Wealth ManagementHosted by Josh Cary on 710 WOR, The Voice of New YorkReady to ditch the panic and get a plan?Check out Grose Wealth Management to learn more.*Disclosure: Investment Advisory Services offered through Bay Colony Advisors, DBA Grose Wealth Management. None of the information contained in this podcast should be considered financial advice. No financial advice may be rendered without a signed investment advisory contract. 

What if everything you thought about math education was missing the mark?In this episode, Josh Cary sits down with Dr. Aditya Nagrath, PhD mathematician, computer scientist, and founder of Elephant Learning, a revolutionary software system that’s helping kids learn a year and a half of math in just 10 weeks. Whether your child avoids math like the plague or you’re simply trying to get them ahead, this conversation will change how you view math forever.Dr. Nagrath reveals how understanding math as a language is the key to long-term comprehension and confidence, and how his software taps into this secret by combining adaptive tech with the real-world experience of early education experts.If you're a parent who’s ever heard “When am I ever going to use this?” this is the episode for you.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeThe Real Reason Kids Struggle with MathWhy math anxiety is more than just fear of numbers and how it’s rooted in a lack of language comprehension.What Makes Elephant Learning So EffectiveHow just 30 minutes per week using this adaptive software can lead to 1.5 years of measurable math growth and the guarantee that backs it up.How to Start the Conversation at HomeThe specific words and approach to use with your child (or student) to reduce math resistance and build trust and confidence from Day One.Why Math Is the Foundation for Nearly Every ProfessionFrom taxes to coding, from aviation to entrepreneurship, Dr. Nagrath breaks down why algebra is the new literacy in the real world.Understanding the ‘Elephant Age’ MetricLearn how Elephant Learning tracks your child’s math progress with a single, easy-to-understand number that helps you see and feel the growth.The Right Way to Treat Math AnxietyHow Dr. Nagrath's book Treating Mathematics Anxiety gives parents and educators tools to reduce stress, encourage effort, and support long-term success.Gamification That WorksWhy Elephant Learning engages students of all levels without relying on over-the-top graphics and how it builds intuition through puzzle-based learning.Resources & Free GiftVisit ElephantLearning.com to explore the program and see if it’s a fit for your child.Email support@elephantlearning.com to receive 3 FREE chapters of Dr. Nagrath’s book Treating Mathematics Anxiety.Whether your child is falling behind in math, coasting without confidence, or already excelling and ready for the next challenge, this episode offers real strategies and an empowering path forward. It's time to give our kids the tools and language they need to succeed.This edition of The Hidden Entrepreneur Show originally aired on 710WOR, The Voice of New York.

Think going global is only for massive corporations with teams around the world? Think again. In this compelling episode, Alex Yancher, co-founder and CEO of Passport Global, breaks down why every e-commerce brand is already global whether they realize it or not and how most are leaving international revenue on the table.Alex doesn’t just bring opinions, he brings receipts. From his early days at Facebook during its pre-mobile transformation to building a startup that made international personal shopping possible, Alex reveals the behind-the-scenes story of how he spotted a massive gap in cross-border commerce and built a company to solve it.Whether you're a founder, marketer, operator, or investor in DTC, SaaS, or logistics, this conversation is a front-row seat to the untapped opportunity of international scale. It’s part tactical roadmap, part entrepreneurial masterclass and all eye-opening.

What if everything you thought you knew about retirement planning was outdated, ineffective—or flat out wrong?In this revealing and passionate conversation, financial strategist and bestselling author Alan Porter pulls back the curtain on the myths surrounding 401(k)s, stock portfolios, and so-called “diversification.” A former U.S. Army Blackhawk instructor pilot turned elite financial educator, Alan shares the deeply personal story that fueled his mission—and the unconventional strategies he uses to help clients legally eliminate taxes, avoid major retirement pitfalls, and set up truly guaranteed income for life.This isn’t just a financial conversation—it’s a wake-up call. Whether you’re years away from retirement or already facing its realities, Alan’s insights can help you stop leaking money and start building lasting, protected wealth.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeThe Hidden Cost of “Safe” Retirement Plans:Why traditional vehicles like 401(k)s and IRAs are ticking tax time bombs and how to shift your money into tax-free, lawsuit-protected alternatives.The Power of Becoming Your Own Bank:How cash value life insurance and indexed universal life policies can eliminate your debt, compound your interest, and provide you with tax-free retirement income.A Real-Life Financial Tragedy That Sparked a Mission:The story of Alan’s daughter-in-law’s battle with cancer, and how a little-known rider on a life insurance policy changed everything and inspired Alan to dedicate his life to helping others.Why Fees Are Killing Your Nest Egg:How even a 1% fee in your portfolio can reduce your retirement income by over 30% and what to do instead.The “Sequence of Returns” Trap:How one bad year early in retirement can wipe out decades of savings and why guaranteed income strategies matter more than stock market bets.Avoiding Probate, Lawsuits, and Estate Taxes:Learn how proper planning with life insurance and annuities can preserve your legacy, keep your assets intact, and prevent the government from taking a massive bite out of your estate.The First Question You Need to Ask Your Financial Advisor:Alan shares the one question that will instantly tell you whether your current advisor is helping or hurting your long-term financial health.Mentioned in the Episode:Strategic Wealth Strategies – https://www.strategicwealthstrategies.comBook: Tax-Free Retirement Solutions by Alan PorterTune in to learn how to reclaim control over your money, your legacy, and your peace of mind.This episode of The Hidden Entrepreneur Show originally aired on iHeart Radio's 710 WOR – The Voice of New York. Hosted by Josh Cary.

Are you still operating in survival mode? Do you feel like you’re constantly reacting instead of creating? This episode is your invitation to shift from chaos to clarity.In this powerful conversation, bestselling author and biotech executive-turned-entrepreneur Diana Morales shares how she went from growing up in political upheaval and moving countries as a teenager to becoming a high-performing executive, mother of three, and now the founder of her own consulting firm.But her real breakthrough didn’t come from climbing the corporate ladder, it came when she finally stopped running and chose to rise above the noise.This is more than a story of resilience. It’s a roadmap for anyone who feels stuck in a life that doesn’t feel like theirs. If you’re craving more purpose, more peace, and a powerful personal reset, this episode is the wake-up call you didn’t know you needed.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeThe Real Meaning of “Rising Above the Noise:" How Diana defines the internal and external “noise” that keeps us stuck and how to silence it so your true self can lead the way.A Global Story of Resilience: From surviving an earthquake in Albania to culture shock in Montana, hear how Diana’s immigrant journey shaped her strength and leadership mindset.What Survival Mode Really Looks Like: Diana opens up about the high-functioning hustle that looked successful on the outside but kept her disconnected inside and how she finally broke that cycle.The Power of Self-Love and Stillness: Why taking a gap year wasn’t lazy, it was radical and how space, intention, and mindfulness helped her reconnect with her purpose.Daily Practices to Reclaim Your Power: The non-negotiable routines Diana uses to set her mindset, care for her body, and stay present for her family while building her brand.Redefining Leadership and Success: Why true leadership starts with self-awareness and how Diana built teams who followed her not because of her title, but because of how she showed up.Signs It’s Time for You to Make a Change: From toxic workplaces to stagnant social circles, Diana explains how to know when you’ve outgrown your environment and what to do next.