
Real Talk with Zuby
'Real Talk with Zuby' features honest conversations with a diverse range of guests - covering society, culture, politics, health, and entrepreneurship. Each episode will make you a little bit smarter. Hosted by rapper and creative entrepreneur, Zuby.
Latest episodes

Jan 16, 2025 • 51min
#346 Dr. Drew - Making America Healthy Again
Dr. Drew is an American radio and TV personality, physician, and addiction medicine specialist. He joins Zuby to talk about his background and the intersection of medicine and media. Dr. Drew highlights the reasons behind the falling life expectancy in the USA, the infiltration of political correctness into healthcare, the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic, urgent health issues facing Americans, and how President Trump and the new MAHA movement can address them.Sponsor:Sambrosa - Get your 8 hours of rest and wake up refreshed. Try Sambrosa night syrup and get 10% off at https://sambrosa.com/zuby10–Timestamps:(00:18) Introduction(00:43) Dr. Drew’s background(05:27) Intersection of internal medicine, addiction, and media(10:49) US doctors: independent vs employed(11:49) Low US life expectancy(16:13) Political correctness infiltration in healthcare(19:39) C*vid cancellation(28:29) Urgent health issues today(31:04) American drug use(35:07) Thoughts on RFK/MAHA(37:15) Dr. Drew’s MAHA suggestions(40:30) Mainstream vs independent media(44:58) Global obsession with US politics(49:19) What’s next Dr. Drew?(51:52) Outro_Follow Zuby:https://x.com/zubymusichttps://instagram.com/zubymusichttps://facebook.com/zubymusicFollow Dr. Drewhttps://x.com/drdrewhttps://www.instagram.com/drdrewpinsky_Subscribe to the 'Real Talk With Zuby' podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify & more - https://fanlink.tv/zubypodcastMerch, Music & Books - https://teamzuby.comSupport Zuby on Patreon - https://patreon.com/zubymusicSupport Zuby on Locals - https://teamzuby.locals.com'Strong Advice: Zuby's Guide to Fitness For Everybody' eBook - https://gumroad.com/l/zubyfitnessSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/real-talk-with-zuby/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jan 9, 2025 • 1h 19min
#345 Dave Smith - What a Second Trump Term Means
Dave is a comedian, a podcaster, and libertarian political commentator. David joins Zuby to discuss the future of the US. The two explore faith and atheism, negative framing in the West, and how such points led to a second Trump Presidency. Dave also shares his thoughts on ideological fatigue today, his stance on foreign policy, and the infiltration of money in politics today. Additionally, they explore the Overton window shift taking place in US politics, and thoughts on patriotism.Sponsors:Huel - Get Huel today with this exclusive offer for New Customers of 15% OFF + a FREE Gift with code zuby at https://huel.com/zuby (With Minimum $75 purchase)Sambrosa - Wake up ready to embrace life's opportunities, try Sambrosa today and get 10% off at https://sambrosa.com/zuby10–Timestamps:(00:00) Introduction(01:36) Direction of US(10:34) Courage to seek truth(21:28) Faith & atheism(27:25) Negative framing(34:07) Ideological fatigue(42:09) Trump’s first term(47:30) US foreign policy(54:49) Patriotism(1:02:52) Money in politics(1:06:07) Saudi Arabia/Hillary Clinton(1:11:40) Overton window shift(1:20:13) Outro_Follow Zuby:https://x.com/zubymusichttps://instagram.com/zubymusichttps://facebook.com/zubymusicFollow Dave Smith:https://x.com/ComicDaveSmithhttps://linktr.ee/theproblemdavesmith_Subscribe to the 'Real Talk With Zuby' podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify & more - https://fanlink.tv/zubypodcastMerch, Music & Books - https://teamzuby.comSupport Zuby on Patreon - https://patreon.com/zubymusicSupport Zuby on Locals - https://teamzuby.locals.com'Strong Advice: Zuby's Guide to Fitness For Everybody' eBook - https://gumroad.com/l/zubyfitnessSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/real-talk-with-zuby/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jan 2, 2025 • 1h 24min
#344 Adam Lane Smith - The Problem with Modern Relationships
Adam Lane Smith is an internationally recognised expert in Attachment Theory and a former licensed marriage and family therapist. Today, as an author, speaker, and media personality, Adam helps people learn the power of secure attachment.Zuby and Adam discuss relationship challenges for high performers, attachment issues among varying demographics, today’s ‘harsh survival conditions’, and how different cultures approach attachment. Adam also explains gender dynamics, nature vs nurture, attachment behaviours, and the challenges of modern relationships.Sponsor:Secure your bitcoin today with BitBox. Get 5% off a hardware wallet at https://bitbox.swiss/zubyTimestamps:(00:00) Introduction(02:42) Challenges for high performers(05:32) Demographics experiencing attachment issues(12:35) ‘Harsh survival conditions’(18:04) Boomer vs Gen Z attachment issues(20:53) Nation variance(25:38) Gender differences(34:32) “Oxytocin being weaponised”(36:30) Nature vs nurture(50:16) The societal attachment issue cycle(57:09) Marriage & birth rate declines(1:02:25) Governments involvement in marriage(1:13:07) Solution: 2 forms of marriage(1:21:31) Words of encouragement(1:23:46) Outro_Follow Zuby:https://x.com/zubymusichttps://instagram.com/zubymusichttps://facebook.com/zubymusicFollow Adam Lane Smith:https://x.com/adamlanesmithhttps://adamlanesmith.com/https://www.instagram.com/attachmentadam_Subscribe to the 'Real Talk With Zuby' podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify & more - https://fanlink.tv/zubypodcastMerch, Music & Books - https://teamzuby.comSupport Zuby on Patreon - https://patreon.com/zubymusicSupport Zuby on Locals - https://teamzuby.locals.com'Strong Advice: Zuby's Guide to Fitness For Everybody' eBook - https://gumroad.com/l/zubyfitnessSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/real-talk-with-zuby/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dec 26, 2024 • 1h 9min
#343 Paolo Ardoino - How Tether (USDT) Works
Zuby is joined by Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino to discuss cryptocurrency and the future of stablecoins. Paolo explains how Tether (USDT) works and the global use case for it. The two discuss the 2017 crypto catalyst, demand for ‘digital dollars’, and Tether’s developments over the next decade. Paolo gets transparent about how Tether makes money and dispels the controversy that has enveloped the company over the years. The two also explore the rate of technological innovation and how the cryptocurrency industry will progress.Sponsors:Secure your bitcoin today with Bitbox. Get 5% off a hardware wallet at https://bitbox.swiss/zubyGet a copy of the book 'Wounded Tiger', the unbelievable story of the pilot who led the Pearl Harbor attack. Visit https://woundedtiger.com/zuby_Timestamps:(00:00) Introduction(05:18) What is Tether?(07:30) 2017 crypto catalysts(10:33) Why do we need digital dollars?(16:31) Macro outlook & Tether over the next decade(27:53) How does Tether make money?(32:28) Clarity on Tether’s progress(46:15) Tether’s investments(59:48) The rate of technological change(1:05:58) Cusp of demise or human flourishing?(1:07:39) How the cryptocurrency industry will progress(1:10:15) Outro_Follow Zuby:https://x.com/zubymusichttps://instagram.com/zubymusichttps://facebook.com/zubymusicFollow Paolo:https://x.com/paoloardoino_Subscribe to the 'Real Talk With Zuby' podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify & more - https://fanlink.tv/zubypodcastMerch, Music & Books - https://teamzuby.comSupport Zuby on Patreon - https://patreon.com/zubymusicSupport Zuby on Locals - https://teamzuby.locals.com'Strong Advice: Zuby's Guide to Fitness For Everybody' eBook - https://gumroad.com/l/zubyfitnessSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/real-talk-with-zuby/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dec 19, 2024 • 1h 9min
#342 Matt Murphy - The Awful Reality of Human Trafficking
Matt Murphy is the President of Sentinel Foundation, an organisation dedicated to combating child trafficking and exploitation worldwide. Previously, Murphy served for 15 years as a U.S. Army Green Beret, where he developed expertise in special operations.This episode exposes the reality of modern-day human trafficking. Matt shares detailed stories of how it operates and what his foundation is doing to combat it. He highlights the scale of the crime and the tools parents have at their disposal to protect their kids. Zuby and Matt discuss the relationship between smartphones and trafficking crimes, how these technologies can be dangerous, and what we can do about it as a society.Sponsors:Secure your bitcoin today with Bitbox. Get 5% off a hardware wallet at https://bitbox.swiss/zubyGet a copy of the book 'Wounded Tiger', the unbelievable story of the pilot who led the Pearl Harbor attack. Visit https://woundedtiger.com/zuby_Timestamps:(00:18) Introduction(09:41) 2nd biggest crime worldwide(15:28) Invisible crime(20:47) Child-environments(24:28) Tools for parents(29:12) Smartphones: access age(35:17) Smartphones: 2 decades on(45:05) Principles(57:42) Opposing parties(1:05:12) Polarisation(1:08:49) “Conspiracy theory”(1:14:28) Demoralisation(1:30:17) Fighting human trafficking(1:34:07) Outro_Follow Zuby:https://x.com/zubymusichttps://instagram.com/zubymusichttps://facebook.com/zubymusicFollow Matt Murphy:https://nstagram.com/matt_murphy_officialhttps://foundationsentinel.kindful.com/https://foundationsentinel.org/Subscribe to the 'Real Talk With Zuby' podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify & more - https://fanlink.tv/zubypodcastMerch, Music & Books - https://teamzuby.comSupport Zuby on Patreon - https://patreon.com/zubymusicSupport Zuby on Locals - https://teamzuby.locals.com'Strong Advice: Zuby's Guide to Fitness For Everybody' eBook - https://gumroad.com/l/zubyfitnessSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/real-talk-with-zuby/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dec 12, 2024 • 1h 26min
#341 George Hayworth - Why We Need More Good Men
George Hayworth is an army veteran with 10+ years of military experience. He is now the founder of Elite Sentinel Coaching, which seeks to elevate masculine leadership through faith, fitness and discipline.Zuby and George discuss military experiences, George’s troubled home life, and the importance of family dynamics. They explore gender roles, reclaiming masculinity, male friendships, and the need for authenticity in today’s culture.Sponsors:Secure your bitcoin today with Bitbox. Get 5% off a hardware wallet at https://bitbox.swiss/zubyGet a copy of the book 'Wounded Tiger', the unbelievable story of the pilot who led the Pearl Harbor attack. Visit https://woundedtiger.com/zuby_Timestamps:(00:00) Introduction(02:35) Military experience(09:14) “Things came crashing down”…(18:20) Early pornography exposure(19:47) Intense homelife(25:32) Importance of family dynamics(35:20) Gender roles(47:50) Male traits(51:13) Male friendships(57:46) Political correctness is dangerous(1:03:37) Competency/confidence is not confrontation(1:08:57) Demand for authenticity(1:10:19) Anti-fragility(1:15:50) Faith & cowardice(1:17:11) Alone vs together(1:19:29) George’s coaching program(1:26:51) Outro_Follow Zuby:https://x.com/zubymusichttps://instagram.com/zubymusichttps://facebook.com/zubymusicFollow George Hayworth:https://x.com/EliteSentinelxhttps://www.theelitesentinel.com/Subscribe to the 'Real Talk With Zuby' podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify & more - https://fanlink.tv/zubypodcastMerch, Music & Books - https://teamzuby.comSupport Zuby on Patreon - https://patreon.com/zubymusicSupport Zuby on Locals - https://teamzuby.locals.com'Strong Advice: Zuby's Guide to Fitness For Everybody' eBook - https://gumroad.com/l/zubyfitnessSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/real-talk-with-zuby/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dec 5, 2024 • 1h 11min
#340 John Cooper (Skillet) - Bucking the Music Industry
John Cooper is an American musician, and founding member and frontman of the multi-platinum Christian rock band Skillet. In this exclusive interview in Dubai, John sits down with Zuby to discuss his career, cultural shifts in the USA, and how he manages success. The two explore the value of faith and the post-modern 'woke' peak of 2021. John also shares the tipping point that caused him to speak out, the importance of independent media, and the value of discourse.Sponsors: Secure your bitcoin today with Bitbox. Get 5% off a hardware wallet at https://bitbox.swiss/zubyGet a copy of the book 'Wounded Tiger', the unbelievable story of the pilot who led the Pearl Harbor Attack. Visit https://woundedtiger.com/zubySpecial thanks to Podcast Hub in Dubai for supporting this episode - https://podcasthub.ae–Timestamps:(00:18) Introduction(05:01) John’s career longevity(09:10) Cultural shifts(16:18) Speed of success(19:45) Faith & values(26:50) Post-modernism 2021 peak(33:52) Cultural tipping points(38:51) Pushback: emergence of independent media(42:41) Cowardice(49:31) The value of discourse(55:14) Skillet’s new album(58:39) New age artists/irony of cancel culture(1:01:44) Optimism in 2024(1:10:43) Outro_Follow Zuby:https://x.com/zubymusichttps://instagram.com/zubymusichttps://facebook.com/zubymusicFollow John Cooper:https://x.com/johnlcooper_Subscribe to the 'Real Talk With Zuby' podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify & more - https://fanlink.tv/zubypodcastMerch, Music & Books - https://teamzuby.comSupport Zuby on Patreon - https://patreon.com/zubymusicSupport Zuby on Locals - https://teamzuby.locals.com'Strong Advice: Zuby's Guide to Fitness For Everybody' eBook - https://gumroad.com/l/zubyfitnessSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/real-talk-with-zuby/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Nov 28, 2024 • 1h 45min
#339 Pete Parada - Thriving After 'The Offspring'
Pete Parada is a world-renowned drummer best known for his work with punk rock band 'The Offspring', who he played with from 2007 to 2021. He has also worked with other prominent acts like 'Face to Face' and 'Saves the Day'. He is currently a member of the band 'The Defiant'. Pete discusses his early life, music career, and the controversy surrounding his departure from 'The Offspring' due to his inability to get vaccinated against Covid-19 because of Guillain-Barré syndrome. Pete and Zuby also explore the relationship between art, creativity, and technology, as well as materialism, the over-medicalisation epidemic, and ideological extremes.Sponsor: Secure your bitcoin today with BitBox. Get 5% off a hardware wallet at https://bitbox.swiss/zubyGet $10 off 'Strong Advice: Zuby’s Guide to Fitness for Everybody' at https://zubyfitness.com_Timestamps:(00:00) Introduction(00:55) Pete’s upbringing(15:10) Digital/physical merge(17:49) Technological progress in music(25:04) Vocal processing in music(28:04) The 21st century speed of change(34:57) The value of ‘soul’(39:09) Materialism vs sanctity(42:08) First principles thinking to overcome struggle(46:40) Medicalisation epidemic(51:54) Autonomy: is there now a changing tide?(1:01:55) Overton window: rate of change(1:08:25) Ideological extremism(1:13:50) Human psychology and changing beliefs: relationship breakdowns(1:45:34) Pete’s next steps(1:47:08) Outro_Follow Zuby:https://x.com/zubymusichttps://instagram.com/zubymusichttps://facebook.com/zubymusicFollow Pete Parada:https://x.com/PeteParadahttps://www.instagram.com/peteparada/_Subscribe to the 'Real Talk With Zuby' podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify & more - https://fanlink.tv/zubypodcastMerch, Music & Books - https://teamzuby.comSupport Zuby on Patreon - https://patreon.com/zubymusicSupport Zuby on Locals - https://teamzuby.locals.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/real-talk-with-zuby/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Nov 21, 2024 • 1h 4min
#338 John Amanchukwu - They're Coming For Our Kids
John Amanchukwu, an American preacher and activist, shares his journey of advocating against gender theory in schools and promoting Christian values. He reflects on his childhood experiences and how they shaped his mission. The conversation dives into the implications of modern educational policies on children's innocence and parental rights. They also discuss the polarizing effects of political beliefs among Christians and the moral dilemmas surrounding abortion, particularly in the black community, calling for a return to core values.

Nov 14, 2024 • 1h 39min
#337 Gina Bontempo - Motherhood Changed Me
Gina Bontempo, a fitness coach and mother of two, discusses her remarkable journey from liberal feminism to Orthodox Christianity. She shares how motherhood reshaped her identity and the challenges of modern parenting. Gina critiques contemporary societal views on family, emphasizing the value of motherhood amidst cultural shifts. She reflects on her life in California, offering insights into gender dynamics, successful relationships, and the need for mentorship among women, while encouraging young generations to prioritize health and personal growth.