Lindsey Van Wagner, founder of Spirit Vigilante and creator of the Spirit Vigilante Method, shares how hitting rock bottom became the catalyst for her awakening—and how sobriety, storytelling, and soul work helped her rebuild her life. She explains why so many of us are spiritually “asleep,” the dangers of toxic positivity, and what it really takes to break free from the labels and scripts that hold us back.

Key Discussion Points:

Why most people are “spiritually asleep” without even realizing it

The moment of darkness that pushed Lindsey to transform her life

How writing became her tool for rewiring and reclaiming her story

The problem with labels—and how to stop letting them define you

The hidden harm of toxic positivity and what people really need instead

Why healing requires both light and darkness

How the Spirit Vigilante Method empowers people to awaken and live their truth

Takeaways:

Rock bottom can be the starting point for reinvention

Awareness and acceptance are the first steps toward healing

Labels limit us—but they can always be rewritten

True transformation happens in community, not isolation

Awakening is not about avoiding darkness, but learning from it

Closing Thoughts:
Lindsey’s journey proves that no one is “too broken” to change. Her Spirit Vigilante mission is a call to wake up, reclaim your truth, and defend your soul—even when the world tells you otherwise.

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Naveen Jain’s story is one of relentless ambition—coming to America with just $5 and building multiple billion-dollar companies across industries most entrepreneurs wouldn’t dare touch. In this raw and unfiltered conversation, he shares why chasing money is the wrong path to becoming a billionaire, how every founder’s biggest liability can be turned into their greatest asset, and why he believes healthcare as we know it is about to be rewritten by AI, personalized nutrition, and the microbiome.

Key Discussion Points:

Why focusing on money will never make you a billionaire (and what will)

The Eastern philosophy that helped him survive entrepreneurship’s darkest lows

How Viome is making illness optional—and why “one man’s food is another man’s poison”

The biggest lie we’ve been told about our health and our bodies

Why success is never overnight, and why the “heartbeat” of a founder’s journey is full of highs and lows

The turning point when he realized assets are hidden inside liabilities

What the future of healthcare looks like when the farm becomes the pharmacy

Takeaways:

True success comes from solving problems for billions—not chasing billions.

Illness can be optional when we decode what’s happening inside the body in real time.

Food and supplements aren’t universally good—what helps one person may harm another.

Failure is just an experiment with a different outcome, not the end of the journey.

The future of healthcare will be personalized, preventative, and delivered at home.

Closing Thoughts:
Naveen Jain isn’t just building companies—he’s reimagining the future of humanity. From tech and space to healthcare, his story proves that purpose-driven moonshots can change the world.

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Quantum computing isn’t science fiction anymore—it’s an arms race. Eric Dresdale joins us to explain why the world is on the verge of a cryptographic collapse that could make every password, bank account, and crypto wallet obsolete overnight. With governments pouring billions into quantum, and AI acting as the scalpel to quantum’s sledgehammer, Eric reveals why most companies are dangerously unprepared—and how his team at Entrokey Labs believes they’ve built the only viable path forward.

Key Discussion Points:

The terrifying reality of “Q-Day” and why current encryption will crumble in seconds

How AI and quantum combined could unleash chaos across grids, hospitals, banks, and governments

The trillion-dollar problem no one is talking about—and why businesses are asleep at the wheel

Why entropy (randomness) is the hidden foundation of cybersecurity, and how Entrokey is reinventing it

What Cambridge University discovered when they studied Entrokey’s tech

How Eric went from fintech founder to solving one of humanity’s biggest digital threats

The race between governments, banks, and startups to secure the post-quantum internet

Why prevention—not reaction—is the only option in this arms race

Takeaways:

Quantum computing will break all current encryption within the decade—possibly by 2027

Companies can’t wait for regulators to act—being reactive will cost trillions

AI is already exposing weaknesses in human-made passwords and systems

Entropy is everything: without true randomness, security is an illusion

Entrokey’s software-only approach may cut global transition costs by 90%

Closing Thoughts:
Eric Dresdale isn’t just warning us—he’s building a solution to the single biggest cyber threat of our lifetime. Whether governments and corporations act in time is the real question.

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In this urgent and eye-opening conversation, Jeffrey Katzenberg and Hari Ravichandra reveal the disturbing reality of what kids face online—and why most parents have no idea it’s happening. From shocking statistics about teen mental health to hidden dangers of AI chatbots and predators on social media, they explain why online safety now matters more than learning to drive. More importantly, they share how Aura is using AI for good—turning technology into a lifeline for families.

Key Discussion Points:

The personal story that inspired Hari to pivot Aura from identity protection to child safety

What Aura’s data reveals about the state of teen mental health today

How AI chatbots are creating dangerous, hyper-personalized interactions with kids

Why online safety education should be treated like driver’s ed

The single most important device rule every parent should implement

How Hollywood and tech can join forces to create positive change

The moral responsibility of tech founders to protect their users

Why prevention—not reaction—is the future of online safety

Takeaways:

You can’t protect your kids from what you don’t understand—awareness is step one

Technology is neutral—it’s how we design and use it that decides its impact

Sleep disruption is a silent driver of mental health decline among teens

The best safety tools empower parents without breaking trust with kids

Closing Thoughts:
Katzenberg and Ravichandra are on a mission to rewrite the story of tech’s impact on the next generation. Their message is clear: with the right tools and conversations, we can give our kids the freedom to explore online—without losing them to it.

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At 32, LD Chen was a successful CEO with over 1,000 employees—but also battling asthma, liver disease, chronic pain, anxiety, and a heart attack that nearly killed him. Nothing worked—until he discovered the ancient Taoist practice of Oneness. Now, LD is on a mission to bring this thousand-year-old healing tradition to one million people in the West.

Key Discussion Points:

The near-death moment that forced LD to rethink everything

Why modern medicine and traditional mindfulness failed him

The standing posture “genius design” that melts away stress and tension

How Oneness dissolves anger and deepens compassion over time

The science—and mystery—behind the practice’s power

Why he refuses to dilute its authenticity for the Western market

Takeaways:

True transformation often comes from unexpected, ancient sources

Healing the body can open doors to profound emotional and spiritual change

Simplicity, presence, and consistency beat quick fixes every time

Closing Thoughts:
LD’s journey is proof that a thousand-year-old practice can be more relevant today than ever—especially in a world drowning in stress, distraction, and hustle culture.

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Erika Aquino opens up about her journey from a psychiatric hospital to becoming one of the most respected investors in emerging markets. Diagnosed with bipolar one disorder, cyberbullied, and a survivor of abuse, Erika refused to stay down. Instead, she built a life—and a portfolio—rooted in empathy, wisdom, and comeback power. She now writes the checks that change lives and rewrites the rules of what success looks like.

Key Discussion Points:

Her battle with mental health, stigma, and public shame

The role creativity played in rebuilding her confidence

Why she looks for pain-driven founders, not pitch-driven ones

The brutal questions she asks before writing a big check

How gender bias shows up in boardrooms—and how she navigates it

What most founders get wrong when approaching investors

Why failed founders often make the best bets

Her global thesis: funding the people who rarely get funded

Takeaways:

Resilience isn’t a buzzword—it’s Erika’s investment criteria

Emotional intelligence is as important as financials

Great investors don’t just back winners—they help build them

Real change happens when capital meets compassion

Closing Thoughts:
Erika Aquino is more than an investor—she’s living proof that our lowest moments don’t define us. They refine us. This episode will challenge how you think about leadership, failure, and the true meaning of success.

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Patrick William didn't take the safe route. In this episode, the former tech/media M&A banker turned private credit fund founder reveals how he bootstrapped Rixon Capital from a $3M cold-call raise into an internationally respected firm—all without institutional backing. From burning the boats to turning down Plan B, Patrick shares the psychology, risks, and raw reality behind building a fund from scratch.

Key Discussion Points:

Why starting a fund is like flying a plane with only one engine

The real reason raising capital is harder than most people think

Management fees, performance fees, and how fund managers actually make money

What investors really want (and why they’re happy to pay for boring returns)

Why most high-paying careers hold people back from entrepreneurship

The “burn the boats” mindset and why it separates real founders from dabblers

Capital trends in Southeast Asia—and what excites him most about the region

Why patience is the secret weapon behind long-term returns

Takeaways:

Great ideas aren’t enough—storytelling and persistence close deals

Investors aren’t just buying returns—they’re outsourcing stress

“Mindless self-belief” is a founder’s most underappreciated asset

Sometimes, the only way to win is to make sure there's no way out

Closing Thoughts:
Patrick William isn’t just building a fund—he’s redefining what smart, disciplined capital looks like in a noisy world. His story is a masterclass in conviction, patience, and making boring look brilliant.

Drs. Louis and Denise Joseph reveal the hidden psychological struggles of high performers—and why even the most successful people quietly suffer. From coaching billionaires and public figures to forming a groundbreaking partnership with Rolls-Royce, the Josephs share how Open Sea Institute is redefining peak performance through deep mental rewiring, personal transformation, and ethical leadership.

Key Discussion Points:

The two categories of elite suffering—and why success often hides emptiness

Why powerful people feel trapped in the lives they built

The concept of “superior human functioning” and how to achieve it without leaving your life behind

The underestimated mental cost of startup leadership and fundraising

How Open Sea Institute is bridging psychology and business performance

The real reason suicide rates are rising—especially among high-performing men

Social media, AI, and the psychological future of humanity

Could Dr. Louis Joseph run for president? The surprising answer

Takeaways:

Even the most powerful people need help reclaiming joy, purpose, and inner peace

Business transformation starts with mental transformation at the top

Self-mastery and emotional intelligence are the new elite currencies

Mental health isn’t a weakness—it’s the next frontier of leadership

Closing Thoughts:
Open Sea Institute isn’t just coaching individuals—they’re reprogramming the mental infrastructure of global power. This episode will leave you questioning how we define success, and what it truly means to lead.

Virginie Costa has quietly shaped some of the most iconic global brands from the inside out. In this powerful conversation, she reveals the hidden mechanics of luxury leadership, how to earn your seat at the table, and why the future of finance is transformational, AI-powered, and human-first.

Key Discussion Points:

What makes the Birkin bag the holy grail of luxury

The biggest myth about retail’s death—and how luxury stores still thrive

From France to the C-suite: how Virginie built her career at Hermès, Godiva, and more

The real traits that define successful CEOs (it’s not what you think)

What aspiring executives must do now to rise faster

Why CFOs are the new storytellers in a data-driven world

How to lead business transformation—and still keep empathy at the core

What AI means for the future of finance (hint: it’s not job loss, it’s reinvention)

Takeaways:

Learn the business before leading it—always start with a listening tour

Success today requires purpose, people, and the courage to transform

The CFO of the future is more than a number-cruncher—they’re a change agent

Great leaders build trust, drive culture, and never stop being curious

Closing Thoughts:
From luxury handbags to billion-dollar balance sheets, Virginie Costa has mastered transformation at every level. Her insights will change the way you think about leadership, finance, and the future of work.

Marc O. Stockli shares the untold truths behind boardrooms, exits, and ego. With over 200 board meetings under his belt and an eight-figure acquisition behind him, Marc breaks down why most founders misunderstand the role of a board—and how to turn it into your unfair advantage.

Key Discussion Points:

Why boardrooms are broken—and how to fix them

The day 9/11 shaped his lifelong obsession with boards

What every founder gets wrong about advisors and governance

How to recruit high-level board members even if “you’re a nobody”

When to reject VC money (and why most founders give up control too early)

The true cost of a bad board—and the hidden benefit of starting early

Behind the scenes of a failed exit… and the Ponzi scheme that almost derailed everything

What founders must do today to prepare for a successful exit tomorrow

Takeaways:

A board's job isn’t control—it’s “support and challenge”

Information asymmetry kills board effectiveness—solve it with proximity and culture

Founders with integrity, humility, and curiosity attract the best board talent

If you're not ready to spar, you're not ready for a board

Closing Thoughts:
This episode is a masterclass in long-game thinking. Whether you’re pre-seed or post-exit, Marc’s wisdom reframes the way you see leadership, advisors, and your own ego. Bookmark it. Study it. Revisit it before your next big decision.