Freedom Formula

Freedom Formula

By Steve KopshawBusinessEntrepreneurshipHealth & FitnessEducationSelf-ImprovementFitness
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Freedom Formula episodes

  • From Politics to Parenthood: Building a Purpose-Driven Life with Marisa Simonetti
    In this episode of Freedom Formula, Steve sits down with Marisa Simonetti—a single mom, entrepreneur, political candidate, and all-around powerhouse. What started as a mission to advocate for her son's school turned into a journey into politics, personal development, and building a life of intention.
    Marisa shares how she went from being frustrated by a lack of resources in her community to filing for a special election, launching a political campaign, and embracing the chaos that comes with stepping up to lead. She also dives into her entrepreneurial path, her passion for psychology, and what it means to live wholeheartedly while balancing motherhood, ambition, and a desire to make a difference.
    What You’ll Learn:
    -Why discomfort often reveals your true direction
    -How to use logic and structure to create emotional resilience
    -Lessons from day trading, politics, and parenting
    -The difference between “doing more” and doing what matters
    -How to show up with integrity—even when it’s uncomfortable
    Enjoy!
    Find Marisa here:
    https://www.instagram.com/marisa.simonetti28/
    Steve’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephenkopshaw/
    43 min
  • Health, Hustle & Real Estate Success with Clifford Walker
    In this powerhouse episode of The Freedom Formula, Steve sits down with Clifford Walker—better known as The Cowboy Closer—for a raw, inspiring conversation about transformation, grit, and purpose.
    Whether you're stuck in your health, your mindset, or your money—this episode gives you the push (and the plan) to level up.
    What You’ll Learn:
    -Why simplicity is the secret to lasting change
    -How Clifford built his wealth through wholesaling real estate
    -The underrated power of walking for weight loss
    -Why who you hang with truly shapes your future
    -How faith and financial freedom work hand-in-hand
    Enjoy!
    Connect with Clifford:
    https://www.youtube.com/@CliffordTheCowboyCloser
    https://www.instagram.com/cliffordthecowboycloser/?hl=en
    Steve’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephenkopshaw/
    43 min
  • Beating Burnout & Finding Balance with Melo Calarco
    In this episode of The Freedom Formula, Steve sits down with international mindfulness coach, speaker, and author Melo Calarco to talk about a reality most entrepreneurs face—but few openly discuss: burnout.
    Melo shares practical, experience-driven strategies to not only recover from burnout, but prevent it before it happens. From his solo mountain bike journey around the world to mindfulness practices that actually work, Melo dives into how business owners can stay energized and perform at their best without compromising their mental or physical health.
    What You’ll Learn:
    -The difference between stress and burnout—and the real warning signs
    -How to create “micro-breaks” in your day that supercharge productivity
    -Why so many business owners don’t realize they’re burning out until it’s too late
    -Daily habits and wind-down rituals that keep your energy consistent
    Enjoy!
    Find Melo:
    https://www.melocalarco.com/
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/melo-calarco/
    Melo’s Tedx Talk: https://youtu.be/6pzQ6nQfYT4?si=0RkSmOgXHdQZ_JH8
    Steve’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephenkopshaw/
    42 min
  • How to Prepare Your Business to Sell (Even If You’re Not Ready Yet)
    In this episode of The Freedom Formula, Steve sits down with business veteran Pete Mohr — a coach, entrepreneur, and multiple-time business owner with over 30 years of experience building, buying, and selling companies. Pete shares the raw truths behind entrepreneurship, including the highs, the failures, and the lessons that shaped his exit-ready approach.
    What You’ll Learn:
    -Why most business owners aren’t actually CEOs
    -The 8 key drivers of a valuable business
    -Why many businesses fail to sell — and how to fix it
    -The overlooked power of relationships in growth and operations
    -How your health directly affects your leadership and longevity
    -Pete’s 6P Framework for scaling sustainably
    Enjoy!
    Find Pete:
    https://pete-mohr.com/
    https://www.instagram.com/petesmohr/
    Steve’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephenkopshaw/
    47 min
  • Redefining Success: Health, Wealth, and AI with Chris Troka
    In this episode of Freedom Formula, Steve sits down with entrepreneur and marketing expert Chris Troka—founder of an award-winning wedding DJ business turned marketing and automation consultant. Chris shares his journey from nonprofit work to building two successful businesses, and the mindset shifts that helped him regain control over his time, health, and wealth.
    They dive into:
    -How to create balance as a business owner without burning out
    -The importance of systems, automation, and AI in scaling a business
    -Smart money strategies and the power of viewing money as a tool
    -The real reason traditional marketing tactics are failing in 2025
    -How to use AI and marketing automation to increase impact without increasing hours
    Enjoy!
    Contact Chris Troka:
    https://christroka.com/
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-troka-3a093058/
    Steve’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephenkopshaw/
    32 min
  • From Poverty to Power: Building Wealth, Health & Legacy with Marcel Clarke
    In this inspiring episode of Freedom Formula, Steve sits down with entrepreneur and author Marcel Clarke—a self-made success story rooted in grit, growth, and self-discipline. From humble beginnings and brushes with adversity to building multimillion-dollar businesses, Marcel shares the unfiltered truth about what it really takes to rise above your circumstances.
    They dive deep into how fitness became a foundation for mental clarity, how Marcel built lasting wealth through real estate and the stock market, and why personal responsibility is non-negotiable for true freedom. Plus, Marcel opens up about his powerful new book “Hiding in Plain View”, a raw look at resilience, reinvention, and redemption.
    Whether you're an entrepreneur or just someone hungry to level up, this episode is filled with real-talk wisdom that will light a fire under you.
    Enjoy!
    Marcel Clarke Website: https://www.marcelclarke.co/
    Steve Kopshaw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephenkopshaw/
    44 min
  • Mastering Storytelling, Branding, and Wealth with Chase Friedman
    In this episode of Freedom Formula, I sit down with brand strategist and marketing expert Chase Friedman to dive into the power of storytelling in business, branding, and marketing. Chase shares his journey from independent filmmaking to running Vanquish Media Group, a seven-figure agency, and how he helps businesses stand out in an overcrowded marketplace.
    We discuss:
    -Why storytelling is the most powerful tool in marketing and business growth
    -The difference between branding and performance marketing—and why both matter
    -How to avoid burnout and build a business that supports your mental and physical health
    -Breaking free from limiting financial beliefs and learning to play the wealth game differently
    -The biggest marketing mistakes businesses make—and how to fix them
    If you're an entrepreneur looking to scale your business while staying aligned with your purpose, this episode is packed with strategic insights and actionable takeaways.
    Enjoy!
    Connect with Chase:
    https://vanquishmediagroup.com/
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/chase-friedman/
    Steve Kopshaw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephenkopshaw/
    43 min
  • Rebuilding Athleticism & Fitness with Will Marshall
    In this episode of the Freedom Formula, I sit down with Will Marshall, former Division 1 soccer player turned fitness coach, to dive into the struggles ex-athletes face when trying to reclaim their fitness. From battling the all-or-nothing mindset to rebuilding structure after sports, Will shares powerful insights on how to train, eat, and stay consistent without burning out.
    What You’ll Learn:
    -Why ex-athletes struggle with fitness after sports
    -How to ditch the all-or-nothing mentality for long-term success
    -The key differences between training for sport vs. training for life
    -How to structure workouts & nutrition for sustainable results
    -Will’s personal fitness journey & favorite exercises
    Enjoy!
    Check out Will’s website: https://www.marshallfitnesstraining.com/about-5
    Will Marshall Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willmarshall_1/
    Steve Kopshaw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephenkopshaw/
    38 min
  • Mastering Success & Self-Improvement with Kevin Palmieri
    In this episode of The Freedom Formula, Steve sits down with Kevin Palmieri, founder and host of Next Level University, a top 100 global podcast with nearly 2,000 episodes and millions of listens. Kevin shares his inspiring journey—from struggling with self-doubt and suicidal ideations to building a thriving business and podcast that impacts lives worldwide.
    What You'll Learn:
    -The mindset shifts that took Kevin from uncertainty to success
    -How to balance self-improvement and authenticity without losing yourself
    -The importance of sleep, fitness, and habits in achieving peak performance
    -Why ego and entitlement hold people back—and how to break free
    -Business and wealth-building lessons that go beyond just making money
    Check out Next Level University: https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/
    Enjoy!
    Steve Kopshaw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephenkopshaw/
    Kevin Palmieri Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/
    47 min
  • Mastering Life & Business: The Power of Small Daily Wins with Alan Lazaros

    In this episode of The Freedom Formula, Steve sits down with Alan Lazaros, entrepreneur, speaker, and host of Next Level University, to dive deep into what it truly takes to succeed—beyond just business.

    We cover everything from the power of self-improvement, navigating financial responsibility, and structuring your life for long-term success, to fitness, automation, and the compounding effect of small daily habits. Alan shares his personal story of resilience, from losing family members early on to building a thriving business that empowers others to reach their full potential.

     

    What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

    -The mindset shift that will keep you ahead in today’s fast-changing world

    -Why consistency and small improvements matter more than overnight success

    -The difference between real-world success and social media illusions

    -How to take full ownership of your future and avoid common pitfalls

     

    Follow Alan Lazaros: Next Level University

     

    Enjoy!

     

    Steve Kopshaw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephenkopshaw/

    Alan Lazaros Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/

    50 min

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Welcome to The Freedom Formula, where we explore the intersection of health, wealth, and relationships with a bold, slightly controversial twist. This is the podcast for those who aren't afraid to…