Episodes

  • EP753: TL Nuggets #225 - Breakthrough vs Permanence

    EP753: TL Nuggets #225 - Breakthrough vs Permanence
    Feb 6 2026

    "Get out of the mentality of seeking one-time breakthroughs. Get into the mentality of seeking ongoing permanence."

    A breakthrough can feel powerful in the moment—but without reinforcement, it fades. Real change doesn't come from a single surge of motivation. It comes from building habits, structures, and support that hold the change in place.

    Permanence is what turns insight into identity. When growth is supported over time, confidence stabilizes, progress compounds, and results stop collapsing back to where they started. Breakthroughs may spark the fire—but permanence is what keeps it burning.

    Also in this episode:

    Greg Stephens

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    5 mins
  • EP752: Eric Axelrod - Wood For Good

    EP752: Eric Axelrod - Wood For Good
    Feb 3 2026
    "Community is what fills you up. Earning money is what helps you pay your bills." Real leadership shows up when success expands beyond personal gain and turns into responsibility for others. Building something meaningful takes communication, commitment, and a willingness to step into problems rather instead of avoiding them. When people align around purpose instead of convenience, work becomes fulfilling, communities strengthen, and momentum grows naturally through shared effort. Eric Axelrod explains how decades in recruiting taught him the fundamentals of listening, problem-solving, and guiding people through uncertainty—and how those same principles fueled the creation of Wood For Good. What began as helping a few families during COVID quickly turned into a scalable community effort because volunteers found purpose, connection, and pride in meaningful action. He highlights how isolation weakens societies, while shared service restores confidence, energy, and human dignity. Eric is a longtime recruiting executive and nonprofit founder based in Vermont. Through Wood For Good, he mobilizes volunteers to provide firewood to families facing heat insecurity, demonstrating how entrepreneurial skills can be redirected toward community resilience and lasting impact. Expert action steps: Listen deeply before acting—real solutions come from understanding people, not assumptions. Lead with visible passion—energy and sincerity create momentum and trust. Treat obstacles as opportunities—how you interpret problems determines your progress. Learn more & connect: https://wood4good.org/ Socials: https://www.facebook.com/Wood4GoodVT/ https://www.instagram.com/wood4goodvt Visit https://www.eCircleAcademy.com and book a success call with Nicky to take your practice to the next level.
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    17 mins
  • EP751: TL Nuggets #224 - The Authentic You - From An Authentically Inspired Iranian Man

    EP751: TL Nuggets #224 - The Authentic You - From An Authentically Inspired Iranian Man
    Jan 30 2026

    "Feeling good in your own skin is good for your health, it's good for your vitality."

    Authenticity isn't something you manufacture—it's something you remember. When you stop sanding yourself down to fit in, a different kind of strength shows up. This nugget explores what happens when identity is no longer hidden, diluted, or negotiated, and why leading from the heart creates a clarity that effort alone never can.

    There's a moment when you realize the parts of yourself you tried to leave behind never actually left. They were waiting. This episode reflects on reclaiming culture, character, and conviction—and how moving through life and business as who you truly are changes what you attract, how you lead, and how grounded you feel in your own skin.

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    5 mins
  • EP750: Pardis Mahdavi - Why A Free Iran Matters To You

    EP750: Pardis Mahdavi - Why A Free Iran Matters To You
    Jan 27 2026
    "People can take everything from you, but they can never take your education." Freedom does not arrive as a single event; it is built through courage passed from one generation to the next. When people are denied voice, dignity, and agency, resistance becomes cultural, familial, and inevitable. Education, memory, and moral clarity act as long-term weapons against authoritarian control, shaping individuals who refuse to internalize fear. Over time, this produces a population that understands oppression deeply—and rejects it decisively. Pardis Mahdavi frames Iran's current uprising as intergenerational resistance, tracing how children of the revolution became parents of a new resistance movement. She explains how education, women-led defiance, youth courage, and cultural creativity have steadily weakened the regime's grip. From everyday acts of dissent to mass protests, these movements have grown brighter, louder, and impossible to ignore—inside Iran and across the global diaspora. Pardis is an Iranian-American scholar, author, and educator whose work focuses on Iran, gender, youth movements, and resistance under authoritarian regimes. She has written multiple books, taught at leading universities, and continues to advocate globally for a free Iran through research, media, and public discourse. Expert action steps: Stay informed – Learn Iran's historical and political context to understand the present moment clearly. Keep Iran visible – Use conversations and social platforms to maintain global attention. Resist division – Act from unity and open-heartedness within the diaspora to avoid fragmentation. Learn more & connect: https://www.pardismahdavi.com/ IG: @mahdavipardis LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pardis-mahdavi-3b8618229/ X: @pardismahdavi Email: pardis.mahdavi@gmail.com Books written by Pardis: Book of Queens: The True Story of the Middle Eastern Horsewomen Who Fought the War on Terror Hyphen Crossing the Gulf: Love and Family in Migrant Lives From Trafficking to Terror: Constructing a Global Social Problem Gridlock: Labor, Migration, and Human Trafficking in Dubai Passionate Uprisings: Iran's Sexual Revolution Riding Also in this episode: Visit https://www.eCircleAcademy.com and book a success call with Nicky to take your practice to the next level.
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    31 mins
  • EP749: TL Nuggets #223 - Why Iran Being Free Matters

    EP749: TL Nuggets #223 - Why Iran Being Free Matters
    Jan 23 2026

    "It's a country where Westerners can visit, business can be done, and stability is going to break out all over the Middle East."

    The true colours of the Iranian Regime are on full display. This episode confronts what happens when ordinary people refuse to surrender their identity, history, and right to freedom.

    We're joined again by Wayne Allyn Root on his show, War Zone, to ask the question, what does freedom in Iran truly mean to Iranian people and the rest of the world?

    Wayne Allyn Root is a nationally syndicated radio and television host, bestselling author, and longtime political commentator. He has hosted programs on Real America's Voice, Lindell TV, and USA Radio Network, reaching audiences across the U.S. Root is the author of multiple bestselling books, including The Great Patriot Protest & Boycott Book (coauthored with Nicky) and TRUMP RULES, and is a former Libertarian vice-presidential nominee.

    Learn more & connect:

    https://rootforamerica.com/

    https://patriot.tv/

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    12 mins
  • EP748: Steve Kuhn - Iran Will Rise Again

    EP748: Steve Kuhn - Iran Will Rise Again
    Jan 20 2026

    "Seventy-five percent of Iran's urban population was on the streets. That's not a protest—that's a nation."

    Iran's struggle is not abstract or distant—it is a real-time confrontation between courage and tyranny. When people are willing to face armed forces with nothing but conviction, it signals something deeper than protest. It reveals a collective refusal to live without dignity, and a belief that history can still be bent by human will. Change, when it comes, is never clean—but it always begins when fear loses its grip.

    Steve Kuhn brings a unique perspective shaped by military service, global intelligence networks, and firsthand experience inside political movements across Europe. He outlines why Iran has reached a breaking point, how external pressures and internal unity intersect, and why global silence has only intensified the stakes. His insights frame Iran not as an isolated crisis, but as part of a larger geopolitical realignment unfolding simultaneously across the world.

    Steve is a former U.S. soldier, international entrepreneur, political strategist, and founder of the Take America Back movement. Having lived in ten countries and built businesses across continents, he now focuses on citizen leadership, geopolitical analysis, and mobilizing principled action at the grassroots level.

    Learn more & connect:

    IG: @steveneugenekuhn

    Jointab.us

    Also in this episode:

    Steve, his wife and their two sons have a fun loving and very popular channel for teaching English: @englishwithbaba3

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    43 mins
  • EP747: Tribute to Scott Adams

    EP747: Tribute to Scott Adams
    Jan 16 2026
    "That one letter of encouragement from that one mentor, completely unsolicited, didn't expect it, didn't know it was coming, changed the entire arc of my career." Scott Adams left an unmistakable imprint on modern culture through his ability to translate complex human behavior into simple, enduring ideas. As the creator of Dilbert, he reshaped how office life, power dynamics, and absurdity in corporate systems were understood—using humor as a vehicle for truth. Beyond his art, he became a widely read thinker and speaker, known for examining persuasion, mindset, systems, and the unseen forces that shape outcomes. His work consistently challenged people to think differently, act intentionally, and recognize how small actions can ripple outward in ways far larger than intended. This conversation captures Scott in his element: reflective, precise, and deeply aware of how influence actually works in the real world. He speaks openly about persuasion, systems versus goals, talent stacking, and the psychology behind success—not as abstract theory, but as lived experience. Throughout the interview, he emphasizes personal responsibility, disciplined optimism, and the long-term consequences of how ideas are framed and shared. At the heart of this interview is a powerful throughline: encouragement matters. Scott recounts how a single unsolicited letter and a few affirming words changed the trajectory of his life—and how that change went on to affect countless others. It is a reminder that creative courage is often unlocked not by grand gestures, but by timely belief, offered sincerely. The message he leaves is clear: paying it forward is not optional—it is consequential. Expert action steps: Build systems, not goals: Focus on daily practices that continuously improve your options rather than fixating on distant outcomes. Care for the body to support the mind: Physical health directly influences clarity, discipline, and emotional stability. Develop a talent stack: Combine complementary skills to create uniqueness and long-term value in the marketplace. Learn more & connect: You can find more information and Scott's book at https://dilbert.com/. Scott on YouTube: Real Coffee with Scott Adams https://www.youtube.com/RealCoffeeWithScottAdams X.com: @ScottAdams.com Instagram: ScottAdams925 LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-adams-52b1595a/ Locals: ScottAdams.Locals.com Also in this episode: Cartoonist John R. "Jack" Cassady https://nationalcartoonists.com/author/john-r-cassady/ Visit https://www.eCircleAcademy.com and book a success call with Nicky to take your practice to the next level.
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    57 mins
  • EP746: Michael Cappa - How Thought Leadership Can Help You Scale Your Trades Business

    EP746: Michael Cappa - How Thought Leadership Can Help You Scale Your Trades Business
    Jan 13 2026
    "A trades business is a very powerful vehicle for building yourself as an entrepreneur." Building a scalable trades business takes more than just skill. Visibility, trust, and strategic positioning give you access to a much bigger world. Thought leadership creates leverage by shifting a tradesperson from being seen as a commodity to being viewed as an authority. When people see you as an expert, it opens doors to higher-quality clients, long-term partnerships, and opportunities beyond day-to-day labour. You can transform a local service business into a platform for influence, referrals, and sustainable growth. Michael Cappa saw accelerated growth with his painting business, Altona Painting, at the same time that people started asking for his advice. Realtors and fellow tradespeople wanted to know how he built trust, secured repeat clients, and positioned himself as a preferred vendor. By speaking and mentoring, Michael turned experience into intellectual property opening him up to coaching opportunities and partnerships all while his painting business continued to grow. Michael is the founder and operator of Altona Painting. He started in the trades as a teenager and went on to build a rapidly growing service business. Known for blending traditional work ethic with modern business strategy, he's emerging as a thought leader focused on helping young people enter the trades and helping trades businesses scale through relationships, credibility, and leadership. Expert action steps: Position yourself as an educator, not just a service provider, within your local industry. Build strategic partnerships with adjacent professionals who control deal flow. Use speaking and teaching as leverage to create scalable income opportunities. Learn more & connect: https://altonapainting.com/ IG @altonapainting LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/michael-cappa-260ba110b Visit https://www.eCircleAcademy.com and book a success call with Nicky to take your practice to the next level.
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    23 mins