Gurus & Game Changers: Real Solutions for Life's Biggest Challenges

Send us a text➡️  The Angry Therapist, John Kim, joins us to break down the 8 types of breakups and how to turn each one into an opportunity for growth. From blind-sided breakups to the "flat soda" relationship that fizzled out, learn how to navigate these challenging transitions with purpose.In this episode:🔹 Why your breakup could be your breakthrough🔹 The truth about being "blindsided" in relationships🔹 How to stop being the victim after betrayal🔹 Why some people keep going back to their ex🔹 Finding your "solid self" after a relationship endsHelp those impacted by the LA Fires: GoFundMe - Contact John DirectlyOther Support: https://www.lahsa.org/newsArticle/resources-to-support-those-during-the-la-fires➡️ Get John's new book "Breakup on Purpose" and follow his journey from rock bottom to becoming The Angry Therapist who's helped thousands heal from heartbreak.➡️ Chapters/Timestamps00:00 - Intro and Host Stories04:40 - The 8 Types of Breakups Overview10:10 - The "Flat Soda" Breakup Explained12:55 - The Dramatic "Soap Opera" Breakup13:49 - The "Almost Relationship" Breakup14:59 - The Breakup That Never Ends17:35 - Dealing with Cheating and Betrayal19:27 - The Blind-Sided Breakup22:40 - Finding Your "Solid Self"25:27 - Should You End Your Relationship?28:02 - Being Single "On Purpose"31:18 - Using All Parts of Your Story📲 Connect with John Kim: https://www.theangrytherapist.com/old-homeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theangrytherapist/Facebook: http://angrytherap.ist/Facebook-1Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@theangrytherapistListen to his podcast: http://angrytherap.ist/PodcastGet his books:https://www.theangrytherapist.com⭐️ Subscribe for More Transformational Stories: www.youtube.com/@UCsRyuQWlLAYzM4IyJlF2IWQ #AngryTherapist #JohnKim #BreakupAdvice #RelationshipAdvice #DatingAdvice #TherapistTalk #MentalHealthPodcast #BreakupHealing #RelationshipTips #DatingTips #BreakupRecovery #HealthyRelationships #RelationshipGoals #SingleLife #SelfLove #PersonalGrowth #SelfDiscovery #MentalHealth #SelfHelp #GrowthMindset #Healing #PodcastInterview #GurusAndGameChangers #NewPodcast #PodcastLife #ListenNow #SpotifyPodcast #Love #Dating #Relationships #TherapyTikTok #Therapy #SelfCare #MentalHealthMatters #TherapistLife #CouplesTherapy #RelationshipTherapy #TherapySession #MentalHealthAwareness #PsychologyFacts

Send us a text➡️ Cybersecurity expert Jocelyn King discovered her "strong" passwords didn't stop criminals from hacking her smart home, installing bedroom surveillance, and stealing $500,000. Now she reveals the keys to protecting yourself in 2025.🔑 Think your passwords protect you? Think again. Cybersecurity expert Jocelyn King lost everything to hackers despite following "basic" security advice. Now protecting clients across 7 continents, she reveals why passwords alone won't save you - and what will. In this episode you will learn:➡️ Why traditional password advice fails➡️ How hackers really breach your accounts➡️ Critical steps beyond passwords➡️ AI-powered threats in 2025➡️ Essential home network protection➡️ Chapters:00:00 "They Were Listening to Our Bedroom Conversations"03:14 From Perfect Life to Cyber Nightmare05:25 The Night the Smart Locks Opened at Midnight08:43 Hidden Microphone Discovery13:50 The Long Game: How Hackers Really Work20:02 Top 3 Actions to Protect Yourself Now25:20 The Dark Side of Smart Home Technology29:50 Is Your Phone Spying on You?31:29 How to Spot Hidden Cameras in Airbnbs35:57 AI and Social Engineering: New Threats in 202537:10 Critical Steps to Take Today📲 Connect with Jocelyn King:  https://www.jocelynking.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cleerjocelynking/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jocelynking/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CLEERjocelynking⭐️ Subscribe for More Transformational Stories: www.youtube.com/@UCsRyuQWlLAYzM4IyJlF2IWQ #cybersecurity #infosec #hacking #privacy#cyberattack #digitalsecurity #cybercrime#passwordsecurity #onlinesafety #datasecurity#smartsecurity #cyberthreats #identitytheft#ransomware #technews #cybersafe#cyberprotection #networkprotection #onlineprivacy#digitalprivacy #smarthomedangers #cyberdefense#securitytips #hackingdefense #digitalfootprint#onlinefraud #homeautomation #smarthomesecurity#cyberstalking #onlinesurveillance #securityrisk#hackerprotection #cyberexperts #cybersecuritytips#cybersecurityexpert #passwordprotection #malware#surveillance #spyware #digitalwellness#cyberawareness #internetsafety #cybervulnerability

Send us a text➡️ In this jaw-dropping episode, former hustler for organized crime, Michael Swerdloff, reveals his unprecedented transformation from violent mobster to spiritual healer. Part of a notorious crime family in New Jersey, he spent a decade running credit card scams, cocaine heists, and violent operations that landed most of his associates in federal prison. Once a man who plotted murder-suicide against his girlfriend and faced a mental institution, Michael's early life was defined by darkness. Growing up with a misogynistic father and a sociopathic brother who became a mob strong-arm and once held a .45 to his head, Michael's path seemed predetermined. But after surviving multiple attempts on his life and hitting rock bottom, one unexpected discovery changed everything. The simple daily practice he stumbled upon in a small bookstore would transform him from a violent criminal into a force for healing. 00:00 From Mobster to Reiki Master: Meet Michael Swerdloff03:00 Wolves at Home: Growing Up with a Violent Brother06:19 The Good Kid Who Turned Dark10:33 Gun to My Head: My Brother's Warning11:14 "I Was Smarter Than All of Them": Manipulating the Mob19:03 The $25K Cocaine Heist Gone Wrong20:20 Credit Card Scams: Why the Secret Service Got Involved21:11 Rock Bottom: Planning Murder-Suicide23:03 "I Never Want Anyone to Control Me Again"25:18 Skeptic's Guide to Reiki: Live Demonstration29:29 "Jaded People Make the Best Friends"30:46 Forgiving an Unforgivable Brother33:38 Mission: Transform Masculinity34:10 Simple Daily Practice That Changes Lives34:49 The Book: Raised by Wolves, Possibly MonstersFeatured in his new book 'Raised by Wolves, Possibly Monsters,' Michael's story shows that no matter how dark your past, change is always possible. 📚 Featured Book: 'Raised by Wolves, Possibly Monsters ' - https://www.michaelswerdloff.com/raised-by-wolves-possibly-monsters-healthy-masculinity/📲 Connect with Michael Swerdloff: https://www.michaelswerdloff.com/⭐️ Subscribe for More Transformational Stories: www.youtube.com/@UCsRyuQWlLAYzM4IyJlF2IWQ #MobStories #TrueCrime #ExMobster #MafiaStories #OrganizedCrime #CriminalReform #Redemption #SecondChances #PersonalTransformation #LifeChanging #SpiritualJourney #MeditationTransformation #InnerHealing #MindsetShift #TransformationStory #Reiki #ReikiHealing #EnergyHealing #Meditation #HolisticHealing #AlternativeHealing #WellnessJourney #MentalHealthJourney #TraumaHealing #PTSD #Recovery #SobrietyJourney #AddictionRecovery #MentalHealthAwareness #MensHealth #MasculinityDiscussion #ToxicMasculinity #MensWellness #MensWork #MensHealing #MensGroups #LifeCoach #Counselor #Therapist #HealingPractitioner #CommunityLeader #Motivational #PersonalDevelopment #RaisedByWolves #NewBook #AuthorInterview #BookRelease #MustRead #TrueCrimeBooks #MemoirBooks #PodcastInterview #PodcastGuest #NewPodcast #PodcastEpisode #Storytelling #RealStories #Inspiration #MustListen #PowerfulStory #Inspirational #LifeLessons #NeverTooLate #ChangeIsPossible #HumanPotential

Send us a text➡️ Ever wonder why some people seem immune to rejection while others are paralyzed by it? Best-selling author of "Go For No: Yes is the Destination, No is How You Get There'" Andrea Waltz reveals the counter-intuitive secret that transformed her life and countless others: actively pursuing rejection. In this game-changing conversation, discover how embracing "no" could be the key to unlocking your next level of success.This episode isn't just for salespeople - it's for anyone who's ever held back from asking for what they want. Whether you're job hunting, building a business, or pursuing personal goals, Andrea's insights will transform how you think about rejection forever.🔥 Key Highlights:🔥 The surprising reason top performers actively seek rejection🔥 How one salesperson used this method to become #1 in his company in just 6 months🔥 Why your comfort zone might be secretly sabotaging your success🔥 The psychology behind making rejection fun (yes, really!)🔥 A practical framework for turning "no" into your greatest asset➡️ Chapters00:00 - Introduction: The Fear of "No"02:33 - The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything04:09 - Why "Go For No" Seems Counterintuitive06:25 - Making Rejection Fun: The Jelly Bean Jar Method08:56 - The New Model of Success vs. Failure13:22 - The Origin Story: From Sales Manager to "No" Expert15:37 - Why Even Successful People Need More Rejection17:44 - The Perfect Framework for Asking19:09 - From Zero to Hero: Ray Higdon's 20 No's a Day Challenge22:58 - When to Persist vs. When to Pivot27:33 - "To Sell is to Serve": The Ethical Framework31:13 - Understanding Your "NQ" (No Quotient)34:13 - What's Next: The Future of "Go For No"➡️ In this inspiring episode of Gurus and Game Changers, meet Andrea Waltz, a professional speaker, co-author of multiple business fables including the #1 best-selling title, Go for No! Yes is the Destination, No is How You Get There. She is wildly passionate about teaching audiences how they can overcome fear of failure and rejection and reprogram how they think about the word "No!".📚 Featured Books: https://shop.goforno.com/📚 Go For No: Yes is the Destination, No is How You Get There📚 Go for No! for Network Marketing📚 The Go for No! Leader: How to Coach, Develop, and Encourage Go for No! Behaviors to Improve Team Performance📚 The Fear Factory📚 When They Say No: The Definitive Guide for Handling Rejection in Sales📚 Million Dollar Book Formula: How to Write a Short Book That Will Sell Forever📲 Connect with Andrea Waltz:Website: https://www.goforno.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goforno/LinkedIn: Andrea Waltz⭐️ Subscribe for More Transformational Stories: www.youtube.com/@UCsRyuQWlLAYzM4IyJlF2IWQ #Success #Motivation #PersonalDevelopment #BusinessTips #Entrepreneurship #CareerAdvice #Leadership #SalesTraining #GoForNo #SalesMotivation #SalesPsychology #RejectionProof #SalesSuccess #MindsetShift #ComfortZone #FailForward #BusinessGrowth #GrowthMindset #SuccessMindset #BusinessCoaching #ProfessionalDevelopment #CareerGrowth #SelfImprovement #AchievementUnlocked#PodcastEpisode #BusinessPodcast #MotivationalSpeaker #ExpertAdvice #InspiringStories #SuccessStories #BusinessPodcast #LeadershipPodcast #MustListen #NewPodcast#PodcastRecommendation #ListenNow #TopPodcast #BusinessTalk #InspiringContent#ValueableContent

Send us a text➡️ How a fishing trip turned into 9 months in a Cuban prison - and somehow saved this man's life.In 1973, Gordon Hesse joined what he thought would be a two-week fishing trip to Jamaica. Instead, he found himself arrested by Cuban authorities, thrown into solitary confinement, and facing an uncertain future in one of Cuba's most notorious prisons. Decades later, he shares how this harrowing experience actually changed his life for the better.📚 Featured Book: "Cuban Blues: How Captivity in a Foreign Prison Saved My Life" by Gordon Hesse⏱️ CHAPTERS:0:00 - Intro & Setup0:43 - The Arrest: From Fishing Trip to Prison3:01 - The Real Story Behind the Trip4:34 - Moment of Capture6:52 - The Interrogation10:41 - Life in Solitary Confinement13:13 - Transfer to El Castillo del Principe14:49 - The Prison Riot & Military Tribunal20:36 - Inside the Castle Prison27:01 - Freedom and Transformation28:56 - Final Thoughts & Lessons Learned🔥 HIGHLIGHTS:- How a simple navigation error led to their capture in Cuban waters- Surviving 400-man prison cells in Castro's Cuba- The desperate hunger strike that finally secured their release- Why Gordon believes prison actually saved his life- From prisoner to probation officer: How the experience shaped his future⭐️ SUBSCRIBE TO The Gurus And Game Changers Podcast ⭐️https://www.youtube.com/@GurusAndGameChangershttps://mainlinevideostudio.com/gurus-and-game-changershttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gurus-game-changers/id1705702934➡️ Connect with our Hosts:Stacey: https://www.instagram.com/staceymgrant/Mark: https://www.instagram.com/mark_lubragge_onair/➡️ More about the guest:  Gordon Hesse📚 Featured Book: "Cuban Blues: How Captivity in a Foreign Prison Saved My Life" by Gordon Hessehttps://www.amazon.com/Cuban-Blues-Captivity-Foreign-Prison/dp/B0DDHXJNQW➡️  𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 The Gurus And Game Changers Podcast*THE OPINIONS OF OUR GUESTS ARE NOT OURS*The Gurus & Game Changers Video Podcast  follows the paths of influential leaders from humble beginnings and/or seemingly insurmountable obstacles to where they are now.💌 𝗟𝗘𝗧'𝗦 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗬 𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗢𝗨𝗖𝗛 💌Youtube: https://youtube.com/@GurusAndGameChangers?feature=sharedInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/gurus_and_gamechangers/Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7HIA2sSNKIflt5KU8zfz9g?si=3f6e5ca2495e490aListen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gurus-game-changers-podcast/id1705702934➡️ Thanks for watching:#CubanPrison #PrisonStory #TrueStory #Survival #CubaUS1970s #FidelCastro #CubanHistory #Cuba1973 #ColdWarStories #CubaUSRelations #CubanBlues #GordonHesse #PrisonMemoir #TrueLifeStory #SurvivalStory #PersonalTransformation #LifeLesson #Resilience #SecondChances #Redemption #Documentary #TrueCrime #PodcastHighlights #GurusAndGameChangers #RealLifeStories #Storytelling #Inspiration #HumanStory #UnbelievableStory #ThisHappened

Send us a text➡️ In this powerful episode of Gurus and Game Changers, we sit down with WORLDWIDE STEVIE® Award Winner Lara Jones, crowned "Woman of the Year," "Female Entrepreneur of the Year," and "Best Female Thought Leader" for her revolutionary Global G.R.I.T. System™. From losing her youngest son and nearly her own life to building a global empire that serves Fortune 100 companies, Lara's story is a masterclass in resilience.As the founder of Be A Legend and G.R.I.T. Global™, Lara has transformed organizations including Goldman Sachs, Wells Fargo, KPMG, and the US military through her groundbreaking approach to performance and leadership. Her new book "Hunt or Be Hunted" reveals the four-pillar framework that's making her one of the most requested speakers on grit worldwide.➡️  Learn: - The 4 types of GRIT and how to identify yours - The missing link between fear and growth that most leadership programs ignore - How to rewire your brain for success using the 54321 technique - The neuroscience behind turning trauma into triumph➡️ Chapters00:00 - Introducing the Force of Nature: Lara Jones04:06 - From UK Success to US Homelessness: A Raw Immigration Story06:00 - 8 Seconds from Death: The Night That Changed Everything11:22 - The GRIT System Revealed: A Masterclass in Resilience20:16 - Understanding Your GRIT Type: The 4 Elements Explained21:39 - Breaking the Comfort Zone: Why Most Leadership Programs Fail31:31 - What's Next for the "Female Tony Robbins"⭐️ SUBSCRIBE TO The Gurus And Game Changers Podcast ⭐️https://www.youtube.com/@GurusAndGameChangershttps://mainlinevideostudio.com/gurus-and-game-changershttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gurus-game-changers/id1705702934➡️ Connect with our Hosts:Stacey: https://www.instagram.com/staceymgrant/Mark: https://www.instagram.com/mark_lubragge_onair/➡️ More about the guest:  Lara JonesWebsite: https://larajones.com/Book: Hunt or Be Hunted: How Anyone Can Develop Grit and Lead Like a Legend https://larajones.com/book/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officiallarajonesLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/larawylesjones/➡️  𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 The Gurus And Game Changers Podcast*THE OPINIONS OF OUR GUESTS ARE NOT OURS*The Gurus & Game Changers Video Podcast  follows the paths of influential leaders from humble beginnings and/or seemingly insurmountable obstacles to where they are now.💌 𝗟𝗘𝗧'𝗦 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗬 𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗢𝗨𝗖𝗛 💌Youtube: https://youtube.com/@GurusAndGameChangers?feature=sharedInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/gurus_and_gamechangers/Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7HIA2sSNKIflt5KU8zfz9g?si=3f6e5ca2495e490aListen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gurus-game-changers-podcast/id1705702934➡️ Thanks for watching:#GRITSystem #GritMindset #ResilienceTips #MentalToughness #EmotionalIntelligence#LeadershipDevelopment #ExecutiveCoaching #CorporateTraining #BusinessGrowth #Fortune100#PersonalGrowth #SuccessHabits #MindsetCoach #SelfImprovement #HighPerformance#WomenInBusiness #FemaleLeadership #ImmigrantSuccess #TraumaToTriumph #overcomingadversity #GurusAndGameChangers #PodcastEpisode #MotivationalSpeaker #BusinessPodcast #SuccessStories #PerformanceCoaching #LeadershipExpert #CorporateSpeaker #BusinessConsulting #ProfessionalDevelopment #BritishEntrepreneur #ArizonaBusiness #AmericanDream #GlobalLeadership #WomenLeaders#HuntOrBeHunted #GritTraining #LeadershipBooks #BusinessBooks #PersonalDevelopmentBooks

Send us a text➡️ In this episode, we sit down with Beth Leska, who brings an extraordinary perspective from her journey as an Army Military Police officer to becoming Mrs. New Jersey United States 2004, and now Ms. Idaho Senior America. Beth shares intimate details about the world of pageantry, breaking down stereotypes and revealing how these competitions build confidence, public speaking skills, and personal development.From her groundbreaking service in the Army MP Corps in the 1980s to her current advocacy for long-term care reform, Beth exemplifies resilience and continuous personal growth. She provides unique insights into:💃🏻 The reality of pageant competition preparation💃🏻 Challenges faced as a woman in military police💃🏻 The hidden crisis in America's long-term care system💃🏻 Practical solutions for funding future healthcare needs➡️  Episode Highlights - Won Mrs. New Jersey United States in 2004 - Recently competed as Ms. Idaho Senior America 2024 - Served as Military Police in 1986 when female-to-male ratio was 1:3 - Reveals perspective on pageant preparation, including specialized coaching - Discusses national crisis in long-term care and dementia support - Proposes innovative solution for long-term care funding through Social Security➡️ Chapters00:01 - Hosts' Opening Discussion about Pageants03:08 - Meet Beth Leska: Ms. Idaho Senior America 202404:07 - First Pageant Experience (Mrs. New Jersey 2003)08:50 - The Sport of Pageantry: Behind the Scenes11:20 - Pageant Secrets: Special Jewelry & Coaching12:53 - Military Career: Breaking Barriers as Female MP in 198615:10 - Platform: The Long-Term Care Crisis in America18:30 - Solutions: Proposed Changes to Social Security20:18 - Episode Wrap-up⭐️ SUBSCRIBE TO The Gurus And Game Changers Podcast ⭐️https://www.youtube.com/@GurusAndGameChangershttps://mainlinevideostudio.com/gurus-and-game-changershttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gurus-game-changers/id1705702934➡️ Connect with our Hosts:Stacey: https://www.instagram.com/staceymgrant/Mark: https://www.instagram.com/mark_lubragge_onair/➡️ More about the guest:  Beth LeskaBeth's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethleska/Hair, Makeup, Styling: Constantine James Lupu-Haritos  @Constantine_James  Constantine's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/constantine_james/Photography: Matty Jacobsen Matty's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/magicdreamsproductions/💌 𝗟𝗘𝗧'𝗦 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗬 𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗢𝗨𝗖𝗛 💌Youtube: https://youtube.com/@GurusAndGameChangers?feature=sharedInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/gurus_and_gamechangers/Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7HIA2sSNKIflt5KU8zfz9g?si=3f6e5ca2495e490aListen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gurus-game-changers-podcast/id1705702934➡️ Thanks for watching:#MilitaryToPageant #BeautyQueenAt60 #ArmyMP #SeniorPageant #AgingGracefully #MrsNewJersey #FemaleVeteran #MilitaryWomen #PersonalTransformation #WomenInMilitary #SeniorBeauty #PageantQueen #LifeAfter60 #WomenEmpowerment #VeteranStories #UnexpectedJourneys #SecondActs #AgelessBeauty #MilitaryToModel #BreakingStereotypes#PersonalDevelopment #LifeTransformation #VeteranSuccess #WomenInService #SeniorLifestyle #PageantLife #CareerChange #Reinvention #MilitaryVeteran #InspiringWomen #LifeAfter50 #BeautyPageant #MilitaryPolice #WomenLeaders #VeteranOwned #SecondCareer #AgingWell #WomenInUniform #LifeStories #TransformationStory

Send us a text➡️ When a brilliant mathematician turns his analytical mind to the science of love, unexpected patterns emerge. Dr. Andy Winkler, a PhD mathematician and former National Science Foundation fellow, reveals his groundbreaking discovery that there aren't just 5 love languages—there are 8. In this mind-expanding conversation, Dr. Winkler breaks down how our walking styles, hand gestures, and personality types all connect to reveal our true love frequencies. From charging bulls to gliding queens, learn how your movement patterns might be telegraphing your deepest relationship needs.➡️  Episode Highlights💡 Dr. Winkler's journey from pure mathematics to studying love and relationships💡 The three missing love languages and how they connect to personality types💡 How your walking style reveals your natural relationship tendencies💡 The connection between hand gestures and relationship communication💡 Why certain personality combinations work better together in relationships➡️ Chapters00:00 - Opening Discussion on Love Languages03:20 - Introduction to Dr. Andy Winkler04:38 - The Mathematics of Failed Relationships05:52 - Redefining Love as a Verb06:51 - Why the Golden Rule Fails in Relationships08:06 - The Eight Love Languages Revealed10:54 - The Four Walking Styles & Their Meanings14:19 - Hand Gesture Analysis & Personality Types19:54 - Natural vs Sexual Selection in Relationships21:20 - Dr. Winkler's Current Projects & Mathematical Discovery⭐️ SUBSCRIBE TO The Gurus And Game Changers Podcast ⭐️https://www.youtube.com/@GurusAndGameChangershttps://mainlinevideostudio.com/gurus-and-game-changershttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gurus-game-changers/id1705702934➡️ Connect with our Hosts:Stacey: https://www.instagram.com/staceymgrant/Mark: https://www.instagram.com/mark_lubragge_onair/➡️ More about the guest:  Dr Andy Winkler 💡 PhD in Mathematics💡 National Science Foundation Fellow💡 Host of "Now I Get It with Dr. Andy" - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/now-i-get-it-with-dr-andy/id1750544728💡 Started teaching college at age 15➡️ Other Resources: The Five Love Languages, Gary Chapman: https://5lovelanguages.com/Please Understand Me, David Keirsey: https://www.amazon.com/Please-Understand-Me-Character-Temperament/dp/B005IT31HM/ref=asc_df_B005IT31HM?mcid=ac070415d8e83bfeb530a384b13f570c&hvocijid=11142940759823083845-B005IT31HM-&hvexpln=73&tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=692875362841&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=11142940759823083845&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9007376&hvtargid=pla-2281435176898&psc=1➡️  𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 The Gurus And Game Changers Podcast*THE OPINIONS OF OUR GUESTS ARE NOT OURS*💌 𝗟𝗘𝗧'𝗦 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗬 𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗢𝗨𝗖𝗛 💌Youtube: https://youtube.com/@GurusAndGameChangers?feature=sharedInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/gurus_and_gamechangers/Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7HIA2sSNKIflt5KU8zfz9g?si=3f6e5ca2495e490aListen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gurus-game-changers-podcast/id1705702934➡️ Thanks for watching:#LoveLanguages, #RelationshipAdvice, #DatingAdvice, #MarriageTips, #RelationshipGoals, #PsychologyFacts, #BehavioralScience, #RelationshipPsychology, #PersonalityTypes, #HumanBehavior, #WalkingStyle, #BodyLanguage, #NonverbalCommunication, #PersonalityTest, #LoveScience, #PodcastEpisode, #RelationshipPodcast, #SelfDevelopment, #PersonalGrowth, #GurusAndGameChangers, #CoupleGoals, #HealthyRelationships, #AttachmentStyle, #LoveLife, #RelationshipTips

Send us a text➡️ At just 13 years old, Micah Siegel made a bold decision to leave traditional schooling in 7th grade and forge his own path. After seeing the devastating impact of illegal wildlife trafficking, he couldn't sit still in a classroom any longer. Now he's launched Rogue Scholar Academy, written a book on endangered species, and is working to revolutionize both education and conservation.In this eye-opening conversation, Micah shares his unconventional journey, explains why traditional education wasn't serving his mission, and reveals his ambitious plans to protect endangered species worldwide. From his passion for zebras to his love of video games, discover how this remarkable teen balances being a regular kid while trying to change the world.Featured in this episode:🦓 Why Micah left traditional school after 7th grade🦓 The creation of Rogue Scholar Academy🦓 His book "The State of the Animals Report"🦓 The intersection of education reform and wildlife conservation🦓 What makes a truly great teacher🦓 How to balance big dreams with being a teenager➡️ Chapters0:00 - Introduction2:24 - Meet Micah Siegel3:37 - Why Leave Traditional School?6:27 - The Problems with Current Education7:57 - What is Rogue Scholar Academy?9:11 - A Day in Micah's Life10:14 - Mentors and Inspirations11:17 - Future Plans and Uncertainty12:03 - Balancing Teen Life with Big Dreams13:08 - Passion for Wildlife (The Zebra Story)14:26 - The Social Cost of Following Your Dreams15:39 - Making People Care About Conservation17:12 - The State of the Animals Report18:19 - Closing Thoughts⭐️ SUBSCRIBE TO The Gurus And Game Changers Podcast ⭐️https://www.youtube.com/@GurusAndGameChangershttps://mainlinevideostudio.com/gurus-and-game-changershttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gurus-game-changers/id1705702934➡️ Connect with our Hosts:Stacey: https://www.instagram.com/staceymgrant/Mark: https://www.instagram.com/mark_lubragge_onair/➡️ More about the guest:  Micah SiegalWebsite: Rogue Scholar Academy - https://www.roguescholaracademy.com/Videos: https://www.roguescholaracademy.com/new-pageBook: The State of the Animals Report - https://www.roguescholaracademy.com/report➡️  𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 The Gurus And Game Changers Podcast*THE OPINIONS OF OUR GUESTS ARE NOT OURS*The Gurus & Game Changers Video Podcast  follows the paths of influential leaders from humble beginnings and/or seemingly insurmountable obstacles to where they are now.💌 𝗟𝗘𝗧'𝗦 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗬 𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗢𝗨𝗖𝗛 💌Youtube: https://youtube.com/@GurusAndGameChangers?feature=sharedInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/gurus_and_gamechangers/Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7HIA2sSNKIflt5KU8zfz9g?si=3f6e5ca2495e490aListen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gurus-game-changers-podcast/id1705702934➡️ Thanks for watching:#MicahSiegel #RogueScholarAcademy #EndangeredSpecies #AlternativeEducation #TeenEntrepreneur #WildlifeConservation#Homeschooling #EducationReform #ChildProdigy#TeenActivist #DropoutSuccessStory #WildlifeProtection #PangolinTrafficking#AnimalConservation #Unschooling #SelfDirectedLearning #YoungAuthor#EnvironmentalActivism #TeenEnvironmentalist #WildlifeDocumentary#StudentActivism #EducationalInnovation #AnimalRights #ConservationDocumentary #YouthEntrepreneurship

Send us a text➡️ In this powerful episode, we sit down with Gina Schaefer, the visionary founder who built and democratized a $50 million Ace Hardware empire. From her unconventional start in Washington DC's recovering neighborhoods to her groundbreaking decision to sell to her employees through an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Program), Gina shares how hiring individuals in recovery and returning citizens created an unstoppable business model. Her journey from corporate burnout to "Recovery Hardware" showcases how conscious capitalism can transform both bottom lines and lives.➡️ Chapters00:00 - 02:09 | Opening Reflections & Introduction02:09 - 04:20 | The Birth of an Urban Hardware Empire04:20 - 07:41 | Breaking Into Ace Hardware: "A Layoff and a Lie"07:41 - 11:54 | The Recovery Hardware Story11:54 - 15:36 | Partnership in Business and Life15:36 - 20:39 | Building Trust & Second Chances20:39 - 25:52 | Employee Ownership Revolution: Selling to the Team25:52 - 30:40 | The Personal Cost of Leadership30:40 - 35:38 | Stories of Transformation35:38 - 40:19 | Legacy & Future Impact⭐️ SUBSCRIBE TO The Gurus And Game Changers Podcast ⭐️https://www.youtube.com/@GurusAndGameChangershttps://mainlinevideostudio.com/gurus-and-game-changershttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gurus-game-changers/id1705702934➡️ Connect with our Hosts:Stacey: https://www.instagram.com/staceymgrant/Mark: https://www.instagram.com/mark_lubragge_onair/➡️ More about the guest:  Gina Schaefer Website: https://ginaschaefer.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ginaschaeferdc/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginaschaefer-speaker/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gina.schaefer.50Book - Recovery Hardware: https://ginaschaefer.com/book➡️  𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 The Gurus And Game Changers Podcast*THE OPINIONS OF OUR GUESTS ARE NOT OURS*The Gurus & Game Changers Video Podcast  follows the paths of influential leaders from humble beginnings and/or seemingly insurmountable obstacles to where they are now.💌 𝗟𝗘𝗧'𝗦 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗬 𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗢𝗨𝗖𝗛 💌Youtube: https://youtube.com/@GurusAndGameChangers?feature=sharedInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/gurus_and_gamechangers/Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7HIA2sSNKIflt5KU8zfz9g?si=3f6e5ca2495e490aListen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gurus-game-changers-podcast/id1705702934➡️ Thanks for watching:#EmployeeOwned #RecoveryHardware #SecondChances #BusinessForGood #ESOP #RetailRevolution #CommunityImpact #WomenInBusiness #EntrepreneurshipWithPurpose #businessleadership