Episode 1: Redefining Success 

What does it really mean to be successful? Is it about chasing seven streams of income, stacking commas in the bank account, and flexing on social media—or is there something deeper that culture doesn’t talk about enough?

In this kickoff episode of the Dominate the Day Podcast, Joey from Joey Talks Live gets real about what success truly looks like. Drawing from life experience as a firefighter, a mentor, and a follower of Christ, he unpacks the difference between wants and needs, the dangers of toxic materialism, and why modern culture has it all twisted.

Joey starts with the Merriam-Webster definition of success, but he doesn’t stop there. He breaks down Maslow’s hierarchy of needs—from food, shelter, and safety, to love, esteem, and self-actualization—and asks tough but necessary questions:

• Are you sacrificing what you need just to chase what you want?
• Are you neglecting relationships, health, and peace of mind for the sake of a paycheck?
• What does balance really look like in a culture that glorifies burnout and “the grind”?

This episode also introduces Joey’s personal mantra: peace and purpose. Success, for him, isn’t about outshining others, but about fulfilling his God-given mission—to build communities, empower youth, and make the world a better place. Along the way, he shares personal reflections, stories from firefighting, and candid thoughts about faith, money, and leadership.

You’ll also hear Joey’s concept of the “Modern Toxic Hierarchy of Wants”—where money, fame, and comparison run the show—and how to break free by living with gratitude, discernment, and intentional action. Because it’s not just about having knowledge; it’s about acting on it.

Whether you’re a Gen Z young man just stepping into adulthood, or a millennial still figuring out life’s balance, this episode challenges you to stop measuring success by society’s scoreboard and start measuring it by purpose, integrity, and faith.

What you’ll take away from this episode:

• A fresh, practical definition of success rooted in purpose.
• Why gratitude is the starting point for growth.
• How to identify when your “wants” are sabotaging your true “needs.”
• The importance of input (what you listen to, watch, and consume) in shaping your output.
• Why living your purpose is worth more than any paycheck.

This isn’t a cookie-cutter motivational talk. It’s raw, it’s real, and it’s for young men who are ready to step into maturity, redefine success, and dominate the day—every single day.

Stay tuned for more episodes, and if this hits home for you, don’t forget to share, subscribe, and drop a five-star review. Let’s build together, let’s live with peace and purpose, and let’s dominate the day.