First Things THRST

ArabUncut, a daring creator known for exposing the unfiltered realities of poverty and conflict, shares his gripping journey. He recounts a harrowing kidnapping in Haiti and discusses the psychological tactics he used to survive. Delving into the transformation of content creation, he reflects on the balance between personal safety and internet fame. With anecdotes from the streets of Brazil and dangerous encounters with gangs, ArabUncut combines humor and insight while emphasizing the importance of authentic storytelling in a perilous world.

Serial entrepreneur and visionary Luke Belmar discusses conspiracy theories, media censorship, wage slavery, cryptocurrency, purposeful living, psychology of consumerism, propaganda, biohacking, and manipulation. Topics include societal issues, marketing strategies, personal freedom, societal manipulation through music, content creation, biohacking for better health, and embracing mobility and luxury travel experiences.

Global self-help leader Roxie Nafousi shares insights on manifestation, law of attraction, meditation, overcoming addiction, self-worth, relationships, and rewiring perspectives. She discusses the power of visualization, positive self-talk, gratitude, and authenticity in transforming lives for success and happiness.

Today, we have the pleasure of welcoming my good friend Joss Mooney to our discussion. Joss is a distinguished coach and entrepreneur in the fitness industry, recognised for guiding thousands on their journey to a perfect physique. Leveraging his 15+ years of coaching experience, Joss helps fitness influencers and businesses on a worldwide scale grow their revenue from 10k–50k per month. Tune in for two hours of reflection as we explore Joss’s journey from uni dropout and “party boy” to serial entrepreneur.00:00 Joss and Mike’s early years working in the nightclub industry (Newcastle)04:55 University education: valuable or waste of time?07:20 Early career struggles (working in retail)11:50 The unspoken challenges of entrepreneurship13:45 Life as a party host in Marbella: “I was working for £0 every night!”18:38 Essential life skills & advice to those feeling lost22:01 Behind the scenes of reality TV: the shocking truths34:15 Winning strategies for career building in your early 20s35:24 The invaluable benefits of being in shape & the reality of competitive bodybuilding40:22 The psychological impact of competitive bodybuilding42:50 Relationship with food: “you eat when you’re bored”44:38 Joss’s journey from a “party boy” to a successful entrepreneur50:00 The growing creator economy & the significance of personal branding55:04 Reminiscing on fitness icons (Zyzz, Greg Plitt, Lazar Angelov)57:55 Elevate Agency: grow your brand & monetise your audience1:03:22 Investing in your craft & building your brand1:10:47 Navigating growth: the pros and cons of being single vs in a relationship1:15:00 The hardships of dating in your 20s (and how to fix them)1:19:28 Finding growth through pain & difficult times1:22:00 How Mike bounced back after “the worst breakup”1:24:30 Developing a perfect relationship1:30:02 Travelling Japan & British culture1:33:12 Life in Dubai: the pros and cons1:34:20 What’s next for Joss?1:37:11 Reaching 10k p/m» Escape the 9-5 & build your dream life - https://www.digitalplaybook.net/» Transform your physique - https://www.thrstapp.com/» My clothing brand, THRST - https://thrstofficial.com» Custom Bioniq supplements - https://www.bioniq.com/mikethurston   • 40% off your first month of Bioniq GO   • 20% off your first month of Bioniq PRO» Join @Whoop and get your first month for free - join.whoop.com/FirstThingsThrstFollow JossYouTube: @joss_mooneyInstagram: /jossmooneyJM Transformations: https://www.jossmooney.com/Elevate Agency: https://www.scaleyouronlinefitness.com/vsl

A trading specialist from Binance discusses Bitcoin, Cryptocurrency, NFTs, AI, and the metaverse. Topics include investing, altcoins, risk management, scalability, and trends. Exploring UAE as a haven for crypto enthusiasts, NFTs, Web3 evolution, AI in customer service, and the future of Bitcoin. Learn about diversifying investments, navigating the crypto world, and creating/promoting tokens/coins in the space.

Explore the expertise of marketing legend Raoul Plickat as he shares insights on personal branding, leads generation, and product release campaigns. Dive into the creative economy, AI in business, and the significance of surrounding yourself with the right people for success.

Explore nutrition and health topics with Dr. Hazel Wallace, from debunking dietary myths to discussing women's health and training insights. Delve into the challenges of vegan diets, hormone balancing misconceptions, and navigating nutrition information. Learn about balancing fitness goals, avoiding harmful trends, and personalizing dietary choices for optimal health.

Dr. Lalitaa, an award-winning psychologist, discusses the deadly effects of loneliness, stress, and anxiety. Topics include mental health, relationships, meditation, overcoming trauma, and the impact of social media on well-being. She also offers advice on building emotional resilience and finding balance in life.

When it comes to electronic dance music, our guest today needs no introduction. Mark Knight is a veteran house artist who has spent the past 15+ years paving a new course for the genre as we know it. From selling out the world’s biggest venues with his electrifying performances to revolutionising the industry through his legendary record label Toolroom Records, Mark’s influence knows no bounds. In this episode, Mark breaks down all things music-related, offering insight into the life of a worldwide DJ, exposing the realities of the music industry and much more.00:00 Introduction03:12 The evolution of house music05:30 DJing09:04 Top tips for growing as a DJ11:00 Navigating social status & overcoming imposter syndrome15:00 The psychology of DJing: controlling energy17:12 How Mark organises music for his DJ sets20:24 Authenticity is key & the cons of “selling out”21:03 Mark’s best career moments & the disadvantages of reaching #125:40 Writing the “perfect” track & music production secrets28:40 Balancing music production with DJing29:44 The beginning of Toolroom Records (born out of creativity)34:40 The responsibilities of a record label37:42 Toolroom’s best signings & academy for music production tutoring41:30 The evolution of selling music: from vinyl, CDs to MP345:33 Mark’s most successful single (and how much he earned from it)49:30 Copyright, sampling & the BTS of releasing a single52:30 How social media has revitalised music & remixing vs originals58:10 Mark’s favourite clubs to play & most respected DJ in his career01:01:33 Ibiza’s growth as a global dance destination01:02:15 Who are the most paid DJs?01:05:22 Building a legacy & finding true happiness01:09:00 Work life balance01:10:35 Next steps for Toolroom and Mark Knight01:13:15 Mark’s new business venture (non-music related)» Escape the 9-5 & build your dream life - https://www.digitalplaybook.net/» Transform your physique - https://www.thrstapp.com/» My clothing brand, THRST - https://thrstofficial.com» Custom Bioniq supplements: CODEBQMIKETHURSTON - https://shorturl.at/fRV67» Join @Whoop and get your first month for free - join.whoop.com/FirstThingsThrstFollow Mark KnightInstagram: /djmarkknightToolroom Records: https://toolroomrecords.com/

Charlie Mardon, a serial entrepreneur and venture capitalist, shares his secrets to success. Topics include bodybuilding, fitness, gym wealth and finances, investing, social media and branding, mentorship and work ethic, and business relationships. He also discusses designing gym layouts, training with a popular bodybuilder, building an online business, managing finances, recruiting the right people, and the challenges of sudden wealth. Plus, the impact of money, the importance of supplements, expanding business, and future plans.