In this episode of Going Public with Ross Mandell, Ross sits down with Cin Fabre (@cinfabre) — author of Wolf Hustle: How a Black Woman Navigates the Street, the System, and the Self for Survival & Success — for a deep and unfiltered discussion about power, identity, resilience, and strategic survival in life, business, and the race to ownership.
Cin Fabre’s Wolf Hustle is not just a memoir — it is a mindset manifesto that explores how street savvy, personal accountability, and psychological strength become invaluable assets on the path to high performance, leadership, and systemic navigation. In this conversation, Cin breaks down how her life story shaped her understanding of hustle as both a survival mechanism and a framework for success.
Throughout the episode, Ross and Cin unpack:
The meaning of true hustle vs. superficial grind culture
How identity and self-worth shape performance and opportunity
The power of resilience and psychological edge in overcoming systemic obstacles
Why hustle alone isn’t enough — it must be paired with strategy and intent
The intersection of street smarts and professional execution
How Wolf Hustle reframes narratives about race, power, struggle, and achievement
Lessons in accountability, leadership, and self-mastery for entrepreneurs and professionals
This episode also explores how Cin’s journey from adversity to authorship offers real insights into leading with confidence, navigating systems that weren’t designed for everyone to win, and building influence with integrity. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, creator, executive, or aspiring leader, this conversation offers practical frameworks for mental toughness, empowerment, and strategic action.
🎙️ Going Public with Ross Mandell features conversations on power, influence, strategy, and personal transformation — and this episode with Cin Fabre delivers unfiltered insight on the psychology of hustle and the anthropology of power in modern life.
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In this compelling episode of Going Public with Ross Mandell, Ross sits down with Mick Hunt (@mickunplugged) — creator, influencer, entrepreneur, and expert on authentic personal branding, audience engagement, and intentional influence. Mick breaks down how he built a devoted global following by being unapologetically real, radically transparent, and rooted in purpose rather than hype.
Mick opens up about his journey from everyday life into content creation, online influence, and purpose-driven brand building. He explains why most people misunderstand influence, how authenticity multiplies reach, and how emotional honesty — not performance — is the bedrock of long-term engagement online.
Throughout the conversation, Ross and Mick deconstruct:
The real meaning of influence in the digital age
How to build a personal brand with integrity and impact
Avoiding the common pitfalls of fake clout and superficial content
The psychology behind intentional engagement vs. algorithm chasing
How to create a community that lifts you up instead of burning you out
Why consistency and vulnerability outperform perfection
Lessons from posting without barriers, filters, or scripts
Mick also reveals the mental frameworks that help high-performers thrive, the importance of emotional intelligence in leadership, and how being “unplugged” can create deeper human connection and sustained growth. Whether you’re a creator, founder, executive, or ambitious professional, this episode shares real strategies for aligning purpose with public presence.
🎙️ Going Public with Ross Mandell features deep conversations on leadership, influence, personal development, and real-world success principles — and Mick Hunt’s story highlights how the right mindset plus intentional action transforms both your audience and your impact.
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In this episode of Going Public with Ross Mandell, Ross sits down with Raul Villacis, founder and CEO of The EDGE Program and The Next Level Experience, to unpack the exact mindset, purpose, discipline, and execution framework that top performers use to break through stagnation and unlock greater success in business and life.

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In this episode of Going Public with Ross Mandell, Ross sits down with Jenny from The Marina Effect for a raw, inspiring conversation about self-improvement, discipline, confidence, identity, and building a new life through daily habits.
Jenny shares her personal story—from growing up as a shy, insecure artist and battling body dysmorphia, emotional eating, and an eating disorder, to transforming her mindset and body through running, yoga, gym discipline, and community. She explains how leaving Miami for a difficult chapter in Georgia became her turning point, forcing her to rebuild her life from the ground up—physically, mentally, and spiritually.
Ross Mandell connects Jenny’s journey to the principles of success he lives by: showing up when you don’t feel like it, building your “vessel” to receive blessings, and committing to the grind even on off days. Together, they discuss why most people stay stuck in cycles—and how consistent action, accountability, and environment can change everything.
This episode also dives into the rise of The Marina Effect as a movement—not just a band—built on community, health, performance, and shared purpose. Jenny explains what it’s like being surrounded by a driven team, creating content daily, building a business from scratch, and learning to thrive in the present moment.
If you’re into self-improvement podcasts, personal transformation stories, mindset coaching, fitness discipline, and building confidence, this episode delivers real-life perspective and motivation you can apply immediately.
🔑 Key Topics In This Episode
Jenny’s story: Venezuela → Miami → Georgia → transformation
Body dysmorphia, eating disorder cycles & emotional eating
Running, yoga, gym discipline & mental health habits
Confidence building through community and purpose
Learning to be alone without needing validation
The Marina Effect: movement, mindset, and daily content grind
“Show up when you feel like sh*t” — what greatness actually takes
Living in the present moment vs regret and anxiety
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In this powerful episode of Going Public with Ross Mandell, Ross sits down with Gabriel “G” Arias Maduro, the creative force behind The Marina Effect — a Miami-based music movement born out of federal prison, discipline, and radical personal transformation.
G shares his full, unfiltered life story: growing up in Miami, entering the drug world at a young age, selling weed and MDMA during the height of the club and festival era, and eventually being swept up in a federal conspiracy case that led to an 11-year federal prison sentence. What followed was not destruction — but reinvention.
This episode dives deep into federal prison life, conspiracy charges, the DOJ, home confinement, and how incarceration became the catalyst for spiritual growth, discipline, music, and entrepreneurship. G breaks down how prison became a “training camp,” where he discovered music, journaling, meditation, fitness, and ultimately helped form the foundation of The Marina Effect, a band and lifestyle brand now gaining serious momentum in Miami’s live music scene.
🔑 KEY TOPICS & TAKEAWAYS
Federal prison life (camp, low, SHU, transit)
DOJ conspiracy cases explained
Turning prison into a personal development lab
Writing and performing music while incarcerated
The birth of The Marina Effect
Home confinement & supervised release
Discipline, routine, and mindset after prison
Miami’s underground music and lifestyle scene
Why prison changed everything — for the better.
🔗 Links & Resources
📌 Get Intro to the Stock Market
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📲 Follow Ross Mandell on Instagram
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https://www.instagram.com/gtheoriginalguru/
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In this powerful episode of Going Public with Ross Mandell, Ross sits down with Susan “Sue Bell” Whitworth Robbins, the undisputed queen of Palm Beach society, to unpack a life story that spans wealth, loss, addiction, recovery, power, and reinvention.
From her upbringing in upstate New York and Texas, to surviving the tragic loss of her father at age 13, Sue Bell opens up about a childhood shaped by religious conflict, family wealth, and emotional turmoil. She shares how early trauma, low self-esteem, and obsession shaped her relationships, eventually leading to alcoholism, depression, and multiple suicide attempts—all while appearing successful on the outside.
Ross and Sue Bell dive deep into her journey through addiction and recovery, including her entry into Alcoholics Anonymous, sobriety beginning in the mid-1980s, and how recovery reshaped her identity, confidence, and purpose. Sue Bell speaks candidly about marriage, loss, caretaking, grief, and rebuilding her life after the death of her husband following a long illness.
The episode also explores:
Palm Beach high society and elite social circles
The psychology of obsession, self-worth, and validation
Ross Mandell’s rise in global finance, including dominating overseas markets and challenging Wall Street power structures
The intersection of wealth, fame, addiction, and recovery
Reinvention later in life through personal branding, social media, and entrepreneurship
Now a social-media powerhouse with hundreds of thousands of followers, Sue Bell discusses building a successful beauty and lifestyle brand, authenticity in the digital age, and why self-esteem can only be earned—not bought.
This episode is a raw, unfiltered conversation about power, pain, resilience, and redemption, told by two people who have lived at the highest levels of success—and paid the price.
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In this powerful solo episode of Going Public with Ross Mandell, Ross Mandell shares the true, untold story behind one of the most historic moments in modern finance — becoming the first American to bring a regulated U.S. financial business public on the London Stock Exchange in June 2002.

Speaking candidly from Scott Woolley Studios in Delray Beach, Florida, Ross walks listeners through the week that changed his life forever, detailing how Sky Capital Holdings successfully listed on London’s AIM Market, reopening investor confidence after the dot-com crash and 9/11 — at a time when global markets were effectively frozen.

This episode is a firsthand account of ambition, risk, power, and timing, told by the man who lived it.

📈 Inside the London Stock Exchange Breakthrough

Ross breaks down how he:

Reincorporated an American company in the UK

Spent nearly a year calling in favors, building trust, and assembling capital

Took Sky Capital Holdings public at £1.85 — opening at £2 and surging higher

Personally reached a $30 million net worth overnight

Positioned Sky Capital as a transatlantic investment bank connecting London and Wall Street

He also explains why market makers bet against him, how they were caught short, and why confidence, preparation, and sheer willpower made the difference.

🧠 Key Lessons from This Episode

In this episode of Going Public with Ross Mandell, you’ll learn:

Why the London Stock Exchange matters more than most Americans realize

How Sky Capital became the first post-dot-com IPO success in the UK

The psychology of market makers and short sellers

Why timing beats talent in financial markets

How media exposure (national television) changes perception and power

The real mechanics behind IPOs, capital raises, and market confidence

How Ross Mandell helped reopen UK capital markets after 9/11

Ross also reflects on being featured on national British television as the face of market recovery — and how visibility, credibility, and execution intersect at the highest levels.

🎯 Why This Episode Matters

This is not theory.

This is financial history told by the person who made it happen.

If you’re interested in:

Stock markets

IPOs

Wall Street vs London finance

Capital raising

Investment banking

Market psychology

Financial power and influence

This episode of Going Public with Ross Mandell delivers rare insight you won’t find in textbooks or mainstream media.

🎙️ About the Podcast

Going Public with Ross Mandell is a long-form podcast covering markets, money, power, investing, and real-world financial experience. Hosted by Ross Mandell, the show features solo insights and conversations with elite operators across finance, business, and global markets.

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In this health performance podcast, Ross Mandell interviews Aleks Rybchinskiy, the Health Performance Engineer, to break down somatic therapy, nervous system regulation, breathwork, and mind-body healing for chronic pain, stress, and peak performance.

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In this episode of Going Public with Ross Mandell, Ross interviews Dawn Evans, a serial entrepreneur, international speaker, published author, and the CEO and founder of Ajuda Training Services, a multi-award-winning vocational training and mental health education company based in Cardiff, South Wales. Dawn shares insights from her journey building a purpose-driven business that has impacted tens of thousands of learners and professionals across the UK and Europe. 

Dawn walks Ross through the evolution of Ajuda from its early beginnings into a thriving training organisation that delivers accredited courses, supports community initiatives, and inspires individuals to unlock their potential. She discusses her philosophy on leadership, business development, and the importance of creating training programmes that make a real difference in people’s lives. Listeners also hear about Dawn’s passion for mental health advocacy, mentoring young entrepreneurs, and her work empowering others through education and personal development. 

🔑 Episode Highlights & Takeaways

* Dawn Evans’s professional background and entrepreneurial journey

* Founding and scaling Ajuda Training Services into a multi-award-winning organisation

* How accredited vocational training and mental health education can transform careers

* Dawn’s approach to leadership, mentorship, and coaching

* The role of passion, purpose, and perseverance in business success

* Inspiring others — from young entrepreneurs to experienced professionals

* Stories of impact: community engagement, training programmes, and educational outreach 

🎧 Who This Episode Is For

This conversation delivers valuable insight for:

* Small business owners and entrepreneurs

* Professionals in training, coaching, and education

* Anyone focused on personal growth, leadership, or mentoring

* Individuals passionate about mental health advocacy and community development

📌 Why This Matters

Dawn’s story is a powerful example of what happens when leadership, vision, and dedication converge. From early ambitions in education to leading a company that champions lifelong learning and well-being, this episode unpacks not just business growth strategies — but the human impact behind training, mentoring, and empowering others.

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In this episode of Going Public with Ross Mandell, Ross Mandell sits down with Michael Matthews, widely known as Powerballer—one of the most connected dealmakers in finance, entertainment, and ultra-high-net-worth circles. From sneaking into VIP rooms in Las Vegas at 21 years old with nothing but confidence, to advising billionaires, global banks, and elite institutions, this episode reveals how access, leverage, and reputation became Powerballer’s greatest assets.

Powerballer breaks down his unconventional rise from a misled youth in Boca Raton to becoming the founder of Blackridge & Company, a modern global advisory firm operating at the highest levels of capital, influence, and private deals. The conversation dives deep into network economics, billionaire psychology, social leverage, branding, and why today’s real power isn’t money—it’s who trusts you and who lets you into the room.

This episode is essential viewing for entrepreneurs, investors, founders, sales professionals, and anyone obsessed with how power really works behind closed doors.

⏱️ CHAPTERS

00:00 – Intro: Who Is Powerballer

02:45 – Growing Up in Boca Raton & Early Missteps

06:10 – The Vegas Weekend That Changed Everything

10:55 – Sneaking Into VIP With Nothing but Confidence

15:40 – Why Access Beats Money Every Time

20:30 – Turning Social Leverage Into a Career

26:15 – Working With Steve Wynn & Elite Circles

31:50 – Building Blackridge & Company

37:20 – How Billionaires Think About Capital & Yield

42:55 – Perception, Branding & Influence

47:40 – Why South Florida Is “Wall Street South”

52:10 – The Future of Global Connectivity & AI

56:30 – Final Lessons From Powerballer

🔑 KEY TAKEAWAYS

-How Powerballer turned confidence into global influence

-Why access and trust outperform money in elite circles

-The mindset shift that replaced college with opportunity

-Building relationships with billionaires and institutions

-Inside Blackridge & Company’s global advisory model

-How capital really moves behind the scenes

-Why South Florida has become the new Wall Street

-The future of AI, global reach, and influence at scale

🔗 LINKS & RESOURCES

Get Intro To The Stock Market

https://www.skool.com/going-public-with-ross-mandell-7131

Follow Ross Mandell

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Follow Powerballer

https://www.instagram.com/powerballller/

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