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  • E094 - Your Relationship is Failing: Quick Fixes Before it's Too Late | Diego Perez

    E094 - Your Relationship is Failing: Quick Fixes Before it's Too Late | Diego Perez
    Jun 7 2025
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    Diego Perez, widely known by his pen name Yung Pueblo joins the show to share the inner journey that led him from emotional chaos to global recognition as a voice for self-awareness and healing. Before the books, the quotes, and the millions of readers, there was a personal reckoning: addiction, overstimulation, and the need to change from the inside out. Meditation became the turning point, helping him rebuild his relationship with stillness, discipline, and emotional honesty.

    Diego's new release "How to Love Better" is out now: https://lnk.bio/a8IF

    00:00 Introduction
    02:00 How Diego created the Young Pueblo pen name and what it means
    04:31 Partying hard at university and realising it was self-avoidance
    06:13 Health collapse at 23 and the wake-up call that changed everything
    08:46 Rugby, gym life, and how Mike avoided spiralling at university
    10:14 Early motivations behind Mike’s fitness journey
    11:47 Building discipline through meditation and the “mental gym” concept
    13:08 Why you don’t need to become a monk to master resilience
    14:38 How Silent 45-day retreats reset personal growth and relationships
    16:45 Why Diego invests heavily in silent retreats every year
    18:04 Meditation, scrolling addictions, and wisdom
    22:23 Diego’s relationship with emotions
    29:17 Why communication matters more than mind reading
    31:06 Should you grow with a partner or find someone already emotionally aware?
    35:03 Dating apps, and the dangers of chasing 2% better
    40:27 Mike’s experience thriving after living alone for the first time
    42:47 Solitude, presence, and why personal growth fuels better relationships
    51:11 Learning to trust your intuition over generic dating advice
    54:35 Mike and Diego reflect on career, self-knowledge, and relationship priorities
    1:01:31 Handling conflict properly instead of expecting endless peace
    1:10:02 Compassionate venture capital investing and startup mental health
    1:18:16 Shifting social media landscapes and why newsletters matter more now
    1:21:03 Loving the creative process and protecting deep work
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    Article: https://yungpueblo.substack.com/
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    1 hr and 27 mins
  • E093 - I Found the Easiest Training Routine That Actually Builds Muscle Quick | Davis Diley

    E093 - I Found the Easiest Training Routine That Actually Builds Muscle Quick | Davis Diley
    Jun 2 2025
    Davis Diley, entrepreneur, content creator, and competitive strongman—joins the show to challenge one of the most common fitness myths: that more training equals better results. Drawing from his own journey pushing elite numbers in strength while juggling business and content, Davis breaks down why recovery, frequency, and nervous system management matter more than just intensity.

    He explains how training less—but smarter—has led to bigger lifts, fewer injuries, and more consistency over time. It’s a refreshing, no-BS take on performance, discipline, and letting go of the grind-for-grind’s-sake mindset.

    00:00 Introduction
    01:00 Kicking off inside a $55,000 home gym setup
    04:46 Planning and building a professional-grade home gym
    07:15 How the pandemic reshaped fitness content and workout habits
    08:10 Davis’ gym journey, football and a hunger for control
    10:47 Discovering bodybuilding as an outlet for personal responsibility
    14:17 How training helped avoid distractions and anchor discipline
    16:18 Is fitness coaching too saturated for newcomers?
    20:12 Navigating conflicting advice and finding trusted voices
    22:32 Trimming the fat from training as an advanced lifter
    25:36 Going all in on food, focus, and gym execution
    28:00 Building and scaling your own fitness app the hard way
    34:45 Davis’ unexpected viral moment sparks a new career path
    38:58 Why content creation never gets easier, just more demanding
    45:46 Crafting standout short-form videos with just a phone
    49:13 Shifting from aesthetics to long-form content and longevity
    51:00 Strongman days, extreme bulking, and chasing World’s Strongest Man
    58:09 Narrowly avoiding steroids after a career-altering back injury
    1:02:16 Staying lean, staying motivated, and the mental cost of shredding
    1:09:35 Meals, volume, and why boring food is killing your cut
    1:11:38 Travel routines, smart walking, and eating without spiralling

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    1 hr and 20 mins
  • E092 - The Guaranteed Way to Live Your Best Life as a Man | Chris Williamson

    E092 - The Guaranteed Way to Live Your Best Life as a Man | Chris Williamson
    May 28 2025
    Returning face and old friend Chris Williamson is back on the show to unpack the real cost of chasing self-improvement—and the trade-offs few people talk about.
    While the internet makes optimisation look effortless, Chris shares how his own journey has been marked by burnout, loneliness, and the pressure to always do more.
    He questions the myth that productivity equals purpose, and dives into the importance of slowing down, feeling safe in your body, and building a life that’s actually enjoyable—not just efficient.
    If you’re wired for growth but feeling stretched thin, this one’s a thoughtful reset.

    00:00 Reuniting in the heart of Austin
    01:37 Why everyone's moving to Texas
    02:40 Building habits that actually stick
    07:30 How guests reshape your thinking
    09:08 The passion behind the microphone
    13:29 Optimising your mental game
    15:39 Meeting heroes and battling nerves
    21:31 Choosing guests worth listening to
    24:46 The weight of public opinions
    29:43 Mastering the time management puzzle
    35:08 Life between the UK and Austin
    41:02 Building Neutonic from the ground up
    43:35 Bringing past skills to new ventures
    47:14 The hidden battle with mold toxicity
    49:45 Coming to terms with getting older
    52:47 Evolving as a better partner
    1:00:51 Knowing when to walk away
    1:10:16 Writing through health challenges
    1:13:56 AI's role in content creation
    1:21:04 Where AI falls short in fitness
    1:25:07 The art of high-quality podcasting
    1:30:18 Staying relevant in changing times
    1:35:04 Taking the leap into video content
    1:39:02 Facing criticism with grace
    1:43:29 Understanding our shared insecurities

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    1 hr and 47 mins
  • E091 - I Made BILLIONS With This Simple Wealth Formula (10X Method) | Grant Cardone

    E091 - I Made BILLIONS With This Simple Wealth Formula (10X Method) | Grant Cardone
    May 23 2025

    Grant Cardone, real estate master and founder of 10X, joins the show for an honest breakdown of his journey from addiction and failure to billion-dollar success. It’s easy to assume his rise was all confidence and sales mastery—but Grant admits he would’ve skipped sales entirely and gone straight to marketing and investing.


    From sleeping on couches to building a $5B portfolio, he shares what really changed the game: going 10x bigger in every direction. Whether you love him or hate him, this episode is a masterclass in thinking long-term, building resilience, and playing offense.


    • 00:00 Introduction
    • 04:18 Grant’s decade of drug use and the harsh realities of addiction
    • 08:26 The childhood moment that shaped his view of money
    • 12:11 How Grant treats money and the importance of financial respect
    • 14:35 Discovering the power of improving sales skills
    • 17:13 Borrowing $3,000 to invest in himself after rehab
    • 20:59 Studying sales obsessively and becoming a master through teaching
    • 24:30 Choosing the wrong lane early on and staying small for too long
    • 28:26 From fired car salesman to training the auto industry
    • 34:35 First big real estate move and building passive income
    • 38:01 Why real estate gave him peace compared to rejection-heavy sales
    • 41:00 How to turn criticism and hate into fuel
    • 46:07 The myth of social media comments and clickbait haters
    • 51:00 How to build unshakable trust
    • 54:09 The key reason why the 2008 crash sparked the 10x mindset
    • 56:54 Going from $2M/year to nearly $1B/year through bold expansion
    • 58:00 Business conflicts, lawsuits, and lessons on who to fight
    • 1:06:34 Building a bank and changing the financial system
    • 1:09:07 Longevity secrets and 10x Health System
    • 1:13:05 Discipline, overeating, and stacking small daily habits
    • 1:17:04 Raising kids with contracts, income, and real-world accountability
    • 1:22:11 Teaching kids confidence through work and communication
    • 1:27:05 Letting go of dying partnerships
    • 1:29:16 Why stopping unhealthy habits is the ultimate hack


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    1 hr and 31 mins
  • E090 - $80M CEO: Adderall Addiction, Fitness Industry & Entrepreneurship | Christian Guzman

    E090 - $80M CEO: Adderall Addiction, Fitness Industry & Entrepreneurship | Christian Guzman
    May 18 2025

    Christian Guzman, founder of Alphalete and creator of Alphaland, joins the show to break down the real highs and brutal lows of building a multimillion-dollar brand from scratch. It’s tempting to assume overnight success when you see big launches and flashy gyms—but Christian walks us through the failed gyms, manufacturing mistakes, and sleepless decisions that built the empire. From ordering $2.5M in inventory without a finance team to managing influencer trends, middlemen, and changing buyer habits, he shares what it truly takes to scale.


    • 00:00 Welcome to Alphaland
    • 02:23 From first YouTube video to fitness icon
    • 04:05 Choosing entrepreneurship over college
    • 05:18 The humble beginnings of gym ownership
    • 09:22 Pivoting to digital and apparel
    • 10:45 Alphalete's birth and early growing pains
    • 15:38 Building community through content
    • 20:47 The costly lessons of scaling too fast
    • 28:16 Learning the women's apparel market
    • 33:49 How women became Alphalete's core business
    • 36:46 Mastering production relationships
    • 41:38 Nearly losing it all: financial turning points
    • 45:46 Building a proper finance foundation
    • 50:02 Adapting to evolving marketing landscapes
    • 53:52 Reimagining the Alphalete brand
    • 55:40 Thoughts on selling vs. building legacy
    • 57:19 The 3D Energy drink adventure
    • 1:02:28 Fighting to reclaim a stolen brand
    • 1:05:53 Rebuilding 3D from the ground up
    • 1:11:16 Managing multiple ventures and life
    • 1:15:37 Confronting addiction and burnout
    • 1:19:48 How Alphaland transformed a community
    • 1:22:55 Vision for the brands' future


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    1 hr and 28 mins
  • E089 - Why Do We Feel So Empty Inside? (Psychologist Reveals Fixes) | Dr. Saliha Afridi

    E089 - Why Do We Feel So Empty Inside? (Psychologist Reveals Fixes) | Dr. Saliha Afridi
    May 14 2025
    Dr. Saliha Afridi, clinical psychologist and founder of The Lighthouse Arabia, joins us for a powerful conversation on the true path to mental well-being. In a world obsessed with hacks, shortcuts, and surface-level wellness, Saliha offers a grounded perspective: healing isn’t quick—it’s deep, reflective work. From high-performing clients masking trauma to the emotional isolation men often face, this episode dives into what genuine mental health progress really looks like.

    00:00 Introduction
    01:00 Working in Dubai among high-achievers
    04:00 Psychedelic therapy: potential vs pitfalls
    11:09 How to choose a great therapist
    13:10 Therapy as lifelong self-work
    16:46 Founding The Lighthouse Arabia
    17:26 Why men struggle with emotional support
    21:47 Helping men connect to their inner world
    27:17 Emotional regulation vs repression
    35:08 Why we sabotage ourselves
    50:02 Purpose beyond success
    58:58 Sadness vs clinical depression
    1:14:30 The impact of social media on relationships

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    This is a must-listen if you're seeking meaningful growth, emotional intelligence, or a deeper understanding of how to navigate modern life with clarity.
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    1 hr and 31 mins
  • E088 - Here's PROOF Humans Will Be Replaced By 2030 | Gregg Braden

    E088 - Here's PROOF Humans Will Be Replaced By 2030 | Gregg Braden
    May 7 2025

    Gregg Braden, scientist, spiritual thinker, and bestselling author of Pure Human, joins the show to break one of the biggest modern myths: that we’re broken, and only technology can fix us. From his Cold War engineering background to decades studying ancient cultures, Gregg connects the dots between biology, spirituality, and personal power in a way that’s both grounded and radical. He makes a compelling case that we’re only scratching the surface of what it means to be human—and that embracing our natural design might be the key to lasting health, resilience, and meaning. This one will definitely get you thinking.

    Timestamps:
    00:00 Introduction to Greg Braden
    04:49 The drive behind human curiosity
    07:58 Breaking free from genetic destiny
    17:17 Finding purpose for a longer, healthier life
    25:23 Beyond religion: our untapped potential
    31:47 The human body as information technology
    39:19 Where science falls short on emotions and health
    45:47 Ancient wisdom for modern self-care
    55:58 Contemplating death, love and human capacity
    58:29 Greg's book "Pure Human"
    59:07 The microchip debate and personal sovereignty

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • E087 - Inside the Luxury Lifestyle of Billionaires (Biggest Lessons) | Enes Yilmazer

    E087 - Inside the Luxury Lifestyle of Billionaires (Biggest Lessons) | Enes Yilmazer
    May 1 2025

    EnesYilmazer, a former world-champion windsurfer turned luxury real estate filmmaker, joins this episode to unpack the reality behind touring and filming the world’s most iconic homes—including Michael Jordan’s. It’s easy to assume this kind of content is all access and glamor, but Enes pulls back the curtain on the months-long negotiations, intense pressure, and emotional weight of doing justice to someone else’s legacy. He opens up about the real demands of his work, from 1,000-hour edits to filming with owners and billionaires just out of frame. If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes, this episode delivers.

    Timestamps:
    00:00 Meeting Enes and his story
    01:25 From windsurfing champion to real estate tours
    02:04 Behind the scenes of luxury content creation
    07:08 Getting inside the world's most exclusive homes
    15:40 Filming in the presence of nervous homeowners (Michael Jordan)
    20:56 Choosing integrity over commission checks
    24:46 When luxury becomes your normal
    32:17 Celebration moments in mansion tours
    37:11 Expanding the content empire
    40:13 When security concerns force content removal
    44:33 Where the wealthy are moving
    52:13 Why Dubai attracts luxury buyers
    59:56 Future islands and advice for agents
    1:05:00 Social media's power in real estate
    1:07:08 The art of luxury craftsmanship
    1:15:06 Setting sail into yacht content
    1:19:17 Do possessions bring happiness?
    1:26:15 What makes a home truly luxurious
    1:32:34 Launching a healthy home goods brand
    1:37:56 Dreams of designing furniture
    1:40:00 Connecting with the audience

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    1 hr and 44 mins