Coffeez with Joe Shalaby

Joe sits down with two powerhouses — mindset coach and bestselling author Natasha Graziano and personal brand architect Alisa Jacobs. They get into morning routines, scripting, the RMS method, building a brand before personal brand was even a thing, AI and human identity, feminine leadership, confidence, and what it really takes to show up in a male dominated space.

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Six time UFC world champion. Army veteran. Actor. Entrepreneur. Joe sits down with Randy "The Natural" Couture to hear the story behind the legend. The Army days, the Wild West era of UFC, dominating two weight classes, life after fighting, and the financial lessons most athletes learn too late.

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In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with Tim Davis, the renowned vocal coach, singer, music director, and talent scout known for his work across major television, film, and music projects, including Glee.

Tim has worked with some of the biggest names in entertainment and has spent his career helping singers develop, sharpen, and elevate their voices for the biggest stages in the world.

This conversation goes beyond vocal technique. Joe and Tim talk about what separates talented singers from working professionals, how real talent is discovered, why opportunity is not always obvious, and what it takes to survive inside one of the most competitive industries in the world.

They also get into faith, Hollywood, the darker side of the entertainment business, and how Tim has stayed grounded while working in an industry that can pull people in every direction.

At its core, this episode is about talent, discipline, faith, purpose, and helping people shine.

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In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with Ed Soares, President of Legacy Fighting Alliance (LFA) and one of the most respected figures in mixed martial arts.

Ed has spent decades inside the fight game, from managing some of the biggest names in MMA to helping build the next generation of world-class fighters through LFA.

Known for his work with legends like Anderson Silva, Lyoto Machida, and José Aldo, Ed has played a major role in shaping the careers of athletes who changed the sport forever.

This conversation goes beyond the cage. Joe and Ed talk about loyalty, fighter development, the business side of MMA, what separates real champions from talented fighters, and how LFA continues to serve as one of the strongest pipelines to the UFC.

If you love combat sports, entrepreneurship, leadership, or the mindset behind elite performers, this episode gives you a rare look at the people building the future of MMA.

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In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with Joe Spector, co-founder of Hims and founder of Dutch, to talk about building consumer healthcare brands that actually change people’s everyday lives.

Joe shares how Hims started as an idea on a whiteboard and grew into a household name by making men’s wellness easier, more accessible, and less awkward to talk about.

The conversation gets into the timing behind the opportunity, the rise of telemedicine, Viagra going generic, legal challenges in early digital healthcare, and what it takes to build a consumer brand in a category people are still uncomfortable discussing.

Joe also opens up about being an immigrant, going through nearly a dozen startups that didn’t work, learning from failure, raising venture capital, and why preparation matters when the right opportunity finally shows up.

They also discuss Dutch, pet telemedicine, fatherhood, fitness, community, and why the best consumer businesses are the ones that make people’s lives better.

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In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with architect and developer Kevin Kennon to talk about the future of building, carbon-negative design, and why architecture has to evolve with climate, technology, and humanity in mind.

Kevin explains why the built environment is responsible for a major share of global greenhouse gas emissions, and how architects, developers, and builders are now being forced to rethink the way we design and construct the world around us.

Through his work with Beyond Zero, Kevin is focused on developing wilderness hotels and resorts built around conservation, wellness, renewable materials, smaller footprints, and extreme respect for nature.

The conversation also dives into AI, robotics, prefabricated construction, mass timber, greenwashing, regulatory red tape, the future of real estate development, and the role architects can play in solving major housing and environmental challenges.

This episode is about more than buildings. It’s about responsibility, innovation, and designing spaces that make the world a little better than we found it.

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In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with Rogelio Goertzen II to talk about one of the most overlooked truths in business and life — execution.

Rogelio shares his experience giving people clear direction, real opportunities, and step-by-step guidance… only to see most of them never follow through.

No missing information.

No confusion.

Just a lack of action.

But one person did execute.

And that one moment shifted everything.

This conversation breaks down the difference between knowing and doing, why most people stay stuck, and what it actually takes to move forward.

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Jenn Drummond interview, 7 Second Summits climber, extreme challenge mindset, overcoming fear story, resilience mindset, women achieving impossible goals.

In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with Jenn Drummond, the first woman to climb the 7 Second Summits — the second-highest mountain on each continent.

After surviving a life-threatening car accident, Jenn began reevaluating everything — priorities, purpose, and the limits she once believed were fixed. What followed became a journey defined by resilience, discipline, and choosing to pursue challenges that most people avoid.

Jenn shares what happens mentally when you commit to something difficult, why discomfort often signals growth, and how pushing physical limits can reshape personal identity.

The conversation explores fear, adversity, self-trust, and what it really means to live intentionally rather than reactively.

This episode is about choosing the hard path, discovering capability through challenge, and understanding that growth rarely happens inside comfort.

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In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with UFC fighter Giga Chikadze to talk about the discipline, resilience, and mindset required to compete at the highest level of professional fighting.

Giga shares lessons from his journey through kickboxing and mixed martial arts, what it takes to stay focused under pressure, and how elite athletes handle setbacks, expectations, and constant challenges.

The conversation explores the mental toughness needed to perform on the world stage, the sacrifices behind success, and the habits that separate great competitors from everyone else.

Whether you're an athlete, entrepreneur, or someone pushing toward a big goal, this episode highlights what it truly takes to stay committed when the stakes are high.

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In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with Super Bowl 50 Champion Malik Jackson to talk about the transition from professional football into the next chapter of life.

Malik shares what changes after the NFL, how discipline shaped his mindset, and why high performers continue finding ways to grow even after reaching the top of their field.

The conversation explores lessons learned from competing at the highest level, adapting to new environments, and maintaining focus when the structure of professional sports is no longer there.

Whether you're an entrepreneur, athlete, or professional navigating change, this episode offers insight into what it really takes to keep moving forward after major success.

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