Welcome to In Search of Excellence! In this episode, we are joined by Oz Perlman, the most sought-after and famous mentalist in the world. Known for his incredible run on America’s Got Talent in 2015, and working with many celebrities and athletes, including Tom Brady and man sports teams, Oz reveals the "super secrets" to success that go far beyond the stage. We dive into his journey from being a math prodigy who aced the SATs at age 12 to becoming a master of communication and human behavior.

Oz shares his philosophy on relentlessness, the importance of doing "shit work," and why offering to work for free is the ultimate "one-way call option" for your career. Whether you are an entrepreneur, a student, or someone looking to sharpen your communication skills, Oz’s insights on capturing attention and overcoming the fear of failure will provide a roadmap for your own excellence.

Timestamps
● 00:00 – The "Super Secret" to getting any job.
● 01:21 – Oz Perlman’s background and the meaning of "Oz".
● 04:12 – Growing up as an "engineering brat" and moving to the US.
● 06:10 – Developing communication skills through restaurant magic.
● 08:45 – Skipping 4th grade and winning the Spelling Bee.
● 10:30 – Getting a perfect 800 on the Math SAT at age 12.
● 15:05 – The seminal moment: A cruise ship magic show that changed everything.
● 19:22 – Learning from books vs. videos: Why "sweat equity" matters.
● 23:40 – AI, ChatGPT, and the future of human creativity.
● 30:15 – Cleaning bathrooms and the value of "shit work”.
● 36:12 – Managing time, blocking schedules, and delegating admin tasks.
● 40:10 – The Zia’s Restaurant story: How to sell yourself by offering zero risk.

Check out Oz Pearlman’s book “Read Your Mind” at this link: https://www.ozpearlman.com/book

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Is Rick Caruso running for Mayor of Los Angeles again? In this explosive Part 2 interview on In Search of Excellence, host Randall Kaplan sits down with billionaire real estate developer Rick Caruso to discuss the future of Los Angeles, his political aspirations, and the secrets behind his massive success.

Rick Caruso is the force behind The Grove, Palisades Village, and the Rosewood Miramar Beach. With a net worth of nearly $6 billion, he opens up about why money was never his motivation. Rick details the terrifying Palisades fire, revealing the "extreme preparation" and private firefighting team that saved his property when others burned.

We also dive deep into politics. Rick gives a candid critique of Mayor Karen Bass and former Mayor Eric Garcetti, explains why he believes the city was unprepared for the recent disasters, and discusses the disastrous impact of the "Mansion Tax" (ULA) on California real estate. Plus, he shares invaluable advice on integrity, "protecting your obituary," and the one rule he follows in business: "Don't do business with bad people".

 Timestamps & Key Takeaways

00:00 - The Golden Rule of Business: Don't do business with bad people.
02:03 - When will Erewhon & Palisades Village reopen? (Fire recovery update) .
04:37 - The terrifying moment the fire started & evacuating the schools.
06:17 - How Rick saved his property using private firefighters & retardant.
09:34 - Who is to blame? Rick’s critique of the City & Mayor Bass’s preparedness.
12:54 - Why Rick ran for Mayor & his thoughts on losing to Karen Bass.
15:07 - Was Eric Garcetti a "weak mayor"?.
16:27 - The Big Question: Will Rick run for Mayor or Governor again?.
17:21 - The first 3 things Rick would do as Mayor (Crime, Homelessness, Housing Costs).
18:45 - The truth about the "Mansion Tax" (ULA) and why it’s hurting LA.
21:01 - Why money should never be your motivation for success.
22:49 - The power of extreme preparation & integrity.
27:44 - Best Advice: "Protect Your Obituary".
34:03 - The love of his life & final thoughts.


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In this episode of In Search of Excellence, Randall Kaplan sits down with Rick Caruso, the billionaire real estate developer and former Los Angeles Mayoral candidate who revolutionized the retail industry. From the iconic Grove to the Rosewood Miramar Beach, Caruso’s properties attract more visitors annually than Disneyland. But his journey wasn't a straight line to success. Rick opens up about his father’s legal troubles and prison time, the power of resilience, and why he believes "shit work" is essential for young entrepreneurs. We also dive deep into his controversial but effective views on solving homelessness in Los Angeles and the specific business strategies that allow his properties to outperform the national average by 3x.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro: Why doesn't a billionaire solve homelessness?
01:42 - Rick’s family roots & the rubber band on his money clip 
03:59 - Dealing with his father’s legal trouble and prison sentence 
07:23 - The "Dollar Rent A Car" comeback story 
10:49 - Rick’s plan to fix the homeless crisis in LA 
14:40 - Why you need to do the "shit work" to succeed 
17:37 - Is college necessary today? (USC & Marshall School) 
22:34 - Rick’s first real estate deal: The Midvale Duplex 
24:05 - The "Parking Lot Strategy" and 100% financing 
31:43 - The vision behind The Grove & the famous trolley 
35:39 - The art of Cold Calling & Networking
38:17 - Why Caruso properties earn 3x the national average 
41:34 - Building the Rosewood Miramar Beach & defying NIMBYs 

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About the Guest
Rick Caruso is the Founder and Executive Chairman of Caruso, one of the largest and most admired privately held real estate and hospitality companies in the United States. A visionary developer, Rick is known for creating community-centric destinations like The Grove, The Americana at Brand, and Palisades Village that have redefined the retail experience. He served as the President of the Los Angeles Police Commission and the President of the USC Board of Trustees, and in 2022, he ran for Mayor of Los Angeles.

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World-renowned plastic surgeon Dr. Terry Dubrow (Botched, The Swan, RHOC) joins Randall Kaplan on In Search of Excellence to talk about fame, the realities and risks of plastic surgery, Brazilian Butt Lift dangers, choosing the right surgeon, pricing myths, breast implants (Motiva), AI in surgery, GLP-1s (Ozempic/Mounjaro) for longevity, and the mindset of extreme preparation that fueled his success. If you care about healthspan, aesthetics, safety, and high performance, this episode is packed with “can’t-Google-this” wisdom from the most recognized plastic surgeon on TV. 

What You’ll Learn:
•The double-edged sword of fame: why reality-TV notoriety is “hypnotic—and dangerous,” and how it changed Terry’s practice overnight.
•Behind The Swan & Botched: from a wild casting journey to the pitch that became Botched (and why “It’s a scalpel, not a magic wand” still matters).
•The hardest saves: a jaw-dropping case involving illegal facial injections and how Terry engineered a safe, creative fix.
•Safety over trends: the real risk profile of BBLs (fat embolism), why Terry won’t do them, and smart alternatives.
•How to choose a great surgeon: the 3 non-negotiables—board certification (ABPS/ABFPS), hospital privileges, and credible word-of-mouth—plus why “before/afters” can mislead.
•Pricing myths: why paying $40k–$80k+ for basic procedures (e.g., primary breast aug) doesn’t guarantee better results.
•Breast implants 101: capsular contracture reality, why some results feel “like coconuts,” and promising data on Motiva’s lower hardness rates.
•Celebrities & surgery: reputational risk calculus—and why Terry often says no.
•Family patients & objectivity: when he’ll operate (and when he won’t).
•AI in plastic surgery: why robot “hands” are still the bottleneck.
•GLP-1s & longevity: Terry’s board certification in Obesity Medicine, why micro-dosing GLP-1s may benefit metabolic health, and emerging indications.
•Extreme Preparation: the mental reps that saved trauma patients—and how he studied his way to a 94th-percentile board score.
•Housewives, fame traps, and kindness: cultural takes, life boundaries, and why kindness is a high-leverage success habit. 

Guest Bio — Dr. Terry Dubrow
Dr. Terry Dubrow is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon, star of the hit TV show Botched, and a nationally recognized expert in complex reconstruction and cosmetic surgery. He trained at UCLA and completed advanced academic work at Yale, where he honed a research mindset that led to dozens of publications early in his career. Today, he practices in Newport Beach, CA, while educating millions on surgical safety, outcomes, and ethics.

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World-renowned plastic surgeon Dr. Terry Dubrow (star of Botched) sits down with Randall Kaplan for a raw, inspiring conversation on rising from poverty in Los Angeles to medical excellence at UCLA and Yale, the mentors who changed his life, and what it really takes to build a top practice in Newport Beach. We cover career pivots, boldness vs. fear, medical training, research & publishing, and wild rock-n-roll stories with his brother Kevin DuBrow of Quiet Riot—plus practical, step-by-step success frameworks you can use today. If you’re chasing excellence in medicine, entrepreneurship, or any high-stakes field, this episode is your blueprint.

What You’ll Learn 
• Humble beginnings & grit: Growing up with a single mom in LA, learning self-reliance, and the mindset that formed his drive to “figure it out and get it together.” 
• Choosing a path (and changing it): Why dentistry felt empty, how volunteering in the UCLA ER “lit” him up, and the decision to take pre-med coursework at Yale while earning a master’s. 
• Mentorship that transforms careers: The life-altering lecture by Dr. Mal Lesavoy, how Terry chased him down the hallway, joined his lab, and authored 23 surgical papers—learning that publishing is currency in academic medicine. 
• The power of boldness: Specific, repeatable tactics for approaching mentors (be authentic, add value, do the homework) and why “clever and bold” beats “smart” alone. 
• Quiet Riot, Ozzy, & loyalty: Unfiltered stories about Kevin DuBrow, Randy Rhoads, Ozzy Osbourne, sold-out Forum concerts—plus hard lessons on loyalty and the realities of entertainment. 
• From residency to practice: The old-school general surgery track, complex reconstructive flap cases, and the leap from LA to Newport Beach practice (and what unexpectedly made it work). 

Guest Bio — Dr. Terry Dubrow
Dr. Terry Dubrow is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon, star of the hit TV show Botched, and a nationally recognized expert in complex reconstruction and cosmetic surgery. He trained at UCLA and completed advanced academic work at Yale, where he honed a research mindset that led to dozens of publications early in his career. Today, he practices in Newport Beach, CA, while educating millions on surgical safety, outcomes, and ethics


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Joe Kudla, Founder & CEO of Vuori, reveals the real playbook behind one of the fastest-growing performance lifestyle brands. We unpack the decisions and economics between direct-to-consumer vs. wholesale, community-led growth, cash-flow discipline, fundraising (from early tranches to secondaries), hiring and culture systems, ambassador strategy, operational excellence, and how Extreme Preparation and a 100/100 work ethic compound into a secret weapon to success.  If you’re building a consumer brand, apparel/DTC company, or high-performance team, this episode is a masterclass in strategy and execution.

What You’ll Learn:

• The origins of Vuori and why the market was primed for a new kind of performance lifestyle brand blending technical fabrics with California ease.
• Why wholesale under-expressed the vision and how Vuori’s pivot to a direct-to-consumer business unlocked authentic community, faster feedback loops, and hugely profitable growth.
• Fundraising in the messy middle: bridging cash crunches, raising in tranches, and choosing investors who back the mission—not just the model.
• Operating with discipline after secondary rounds: how to avoid “easy money” bad habits and keep teams scrappy, focused, and cash-flow aware.
• Learning how the company has paid its original investors and early employees more than $1 billion.
• Hiring for “fit + range” over resume, building values people can feel, and creating systems (like no-meeting time blocks) that protect deep work.


Chapters / Key Moments 

00:00 – Intro & Why This Conversation Matters
09:47 – Why Vuori & Joe’s Origin Story
17:34 – Raising Over $1 Billion To Give To Their Investors
19:27 – First Hires & Building the Team
28:59 – Wholesale Lessons & Retail Reality
38:28 – The DTC Pivot & Strategy
48:04 – Purpose, Values & Culture Systems
57:39 – IPO Readiness: Pros & Cons
67:16 – Closing / Final Takeaways

About Our Guest — Joe Kudla

Founder & CEO, Vuori. Joe is the entrepreneur behind Vuori, a global performance lifestyle brand known for technical apparel, premium materials, effortless style, and community-centric growth. He’s scaled from startup scarcity and near failure to international reach by pairing cash-flow discipline with brand-first thinking, values-driven leadership, and a relentless commitment to product and culture.

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Vuori: https://vuoriclothing.com

Joe Kudla (LinkedIn): https://www.linkedin.com/in/joekudla/

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How do you build a category-defining apparel brand from zero? In this episode of In Search of Excellence, host Randall Kaplan sits down with Joe Kudla, Founder & CEO of Vuori, to unpack the real playbook behind scaling a modern athleisure/performance apparel company. 
We cover building a brand from the ground up, market whitespace, direct-to-consumer vs. retail, product-market fit, storytelling, community, leadership, peak performance habits, and how sobriety, mindfulness, and the FILO (first-in, last-out) work ethic shaped Joe’s journey—from accounting and modeling in Milan to launching one of the most talked-about activewear brands.

Chapters:

00:00 Intro — fear vs. confidence; the FILO advantage
02:04 Early years, sports & learning differences → leadership lessons
06:45 Internships that lead to jobs; how to stand out and get hired
11:30 From accounting to Milan: rejection, fit modeling & thick skin
18:52 First ventures → what failed, what stuck, and why
25:40 Building community; why brand is a lived experience, not a logo
31:28 Money milestone & “golden handcuffs” → redefining success
38:12 Clarity, sobriety, yoga & meditation: founder operating system
44:05 Meeting collaborators; the Vuori spark & market whitespace
50:10 Product obsession, positioning, and everyday performance
56:30 DTC vs. retail: distribution, margins, and scale
1:02:18 Hiring, leadership principles, and culture that compounds
1:07:59 Rapid-fire advice for students, job seekers, and founders
1:11:30 Closing thoughts + Joe’s #1 lesson

About our guest — Joe Kudla
Joe Kudla is the Founder & CEO of Vuori, a California-inspired performance apparel brand known for premium fabrics, everyday versatility, and a community-driven approach to product and retail. Joe’s path spans accounting (EY), entrepreneurship, and the fashion world, culminating in Vuori’s growth as one of the most influential athleisure brands of the last decade.


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Want to learn how I got my big break? DM me the word “LETTER” on Instagram for a guide on how to get any job you want: https://www.instagram.com/randallkaplan Welcome to another episode of In Search of Excellence! My guest today is the amazing Jesse Itzler.

Jesse is a serial entrepreneur who has built and sold five companies, including Marquis Jet and Zico Coconut Water. He is an Emmy Award winner, a former rapper and former manager of Run DMC, a globally recognized keynote speaker, and a part-owner of the Atlanta Hawks NBA basketball team.

He's also a passionate endurance athlete who has run more than 35,000 miles over the last 25 years, including 50+ marathons. Jessie is also the author of two awesome best-selling books, Living with the Seals 31 Days: Training with the Toughest Man on the Planet and Living with the Monks: What Turning off My Phone Taught Me About Happiness, Gratitude, and Focus.
 
Time stamps:

01:54 The influence of Jesse’s parents

- They showed up for everything
- They let him explore
- They didn’t over-schedule him
- Didn’t teach him about hard work, he watched them doing it

05:58 The entrepreneurial gene

- Jesse’s grandfather was born in poverty in Russia
- He immigrated to America and came with nothing
- Jesse’s grandfather and father worked very hard
- Jesse grew up middle-class

07:42 Should kids go to college?

- College gave him some important skills
- He went to everything and was exposed to knowledge and people
- His mom encouraged him to be curious and take every opportunity
- He was aware of the time and urgency

12:50 The start of Jesse’s career – getting a foot at the door

- Jesse wanted to have a record deal
- His approach – go to every door until someone says yes
- He got a deal from a record label called Delicious Vinyl
- It’s essential to get a foot at the door and get into the system
 
16:47 The ridiculous offer and believing in yourself

- Started the music business doing commercial jingles
- He lived on his friend’s couches
- Someone offered him $10,000 for 10% of his future earnings
- Can you? vs. Will you?

24:39 How to bounce back from a failure?

- Sold his business for $1 million
- Tried many different things and failed
- Extremely enthusiastic about trying fun things and projects
- Failures didn’t bother him
- Sold celery and carrot sticks and loved it even without the profit
- In business, three strikes and you're not out
 
29:30 Is there a time to stop trying?

- Jesse kept going despite failures
- He never stopped
- The tolerance of embarrassment
- Never got embarrassed by his failures

31:51 The value of relationships

- Wanted to start a private jet company but didn’t have jets
- Met with the president of the largest private jet company in the world – Net Jets
- Got his daughter onstage with Christina Aguilera, a year prior
- He presented him his idea
- Brought his own focus group rather than pitching on a PowerPoint
- If you have one chance, you have to be prepared and stand out
- Got the deal and built a $5 billion company
 
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Gary Vaynerchuk, commonly known as Gary Vee, is an influential entrepreneur, speaker, and internet personality, best known for his expertise in digital marketing and social media. Starting his career in his family's wine business, Gary's innovative approach to e-commerce and content creation catapulted the business from a local enterprise to a national leader in wine retail. He later founded VaynerMedia, a leading digital agency that services Fortune 500 clients across the globe. 

In this episode, Gary shares his unfiltered insights on the dynamics of building and scaling businesses, the evolution of consumer engagement, and the relentless pursuit of hustle. He opens up about his journey from a Belarusian immigrant to a global business mogul, reflecting on the impact of his heritage on his work ethic and entrepreneurial spirit. With his characteristic candor and deep passion for empowering others, Gary offers listeners not only a glimpse into the competitive world of digital marketing but also imparts profound lessons on perseverance, vision, and personal branding.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Gary Vee discusses the early influence of social media on his content creation, specifically Twitter.
03:02 - A discussion on strategic moves in poker and their parallels to business decisions.
06:02 - Gary shares his experience of working in his father's store during college and the lessons learned.
09:02 - The conversation covers the significant impact of actions in leadership and business.
12:02 - Gary talks about the inception of his agency and his disbelief at the scale of corporate engagement in the late 2000s.
15:05 - Reflections on personal moments, including a honeymoon in Hawaii and the settings that influenced his life.
18:05 - A hypothetical scenario is discussed where a major social platform is forced to sell, reflecting on the potential impacts.
21:06 - Discussion of missed opportunities and the financial implications of quick decisions in business.
24:07 - Gary Vee emphasizes the power of word-of-mouth in marketing and personal convictions.
27:09 - Analysis of the cost-effectiveness of Super Bowl advertising and its comparison to other marketing platforms.
30:10 - Advice for professionals feeling dissatisfied with their job, stressing the importance of commitment and effort.
33:10 - Gary discusses the importance of setting goals and the effectiveness of writing them down.
36:12 - A personal reflection on family dynamics and the distribution of affection among siblings.
39:15 - Gary shares his views on retirement, emphasizing his desire to never stop working.
42:18 - Thoughts on legacy and giving back, including advice Gary would offer to his younger self.

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Gary Vaynerchuk, commonly known as Gary Vee, is an influential entrepreneur, speaker, and internet personality, best known for his expertise in digital marketing and social media. Starting his career in his family's wine business, Gary's innovative approach to e-commerce and content creation catapulted the business from a local enterprise to a national leader in wine retail. He later founded VaynerMedia, a leading digital agency that services Fortune 500 clients across the globe. 

In this episode, Gary shares his unfiltered insights on the dynamics of building and scaling businesses, the evolution of consumer engagement, and the relentless pursuit of hustle. 

Timestamps:

02:41 - Introduction.
05:21 - Gary Vee narrates the immigration challenges faced by his family leaving the Soviet Union and adjusting to life in America.
08:02 - Gary Vee talks about his father's entrepreneurial journey from managing a store to owning it and the lessons learned from observing his work ethic.
10:41 - Randall Kaplan praises the inherent strength and resilience of influential women in challenging environments.
13:20 - Randall Kaplan shares an emotional personal story, underscoring the importance of strong family values.
16:04 - Gary Vee elaborates on the supportive dynamics within his extended family and the emotional bonds that shaped his upbringing.
18:41 - Gary Vee emphasizes the crucial life skill of dealing with adversity and finding comfort in uncomfortable situations.
21:20 - Gary Vee reminisces about his childhood summers, filled with familial connections and simple joys.
24:03 - Randall Kaplan reflects on his childhood outdoor activities, noting the less supervised yet richly interactive play of his youth.
26:40 - Randall Kaplan discusses overcoming personal challenges and the motivation behind his drive to succeed despite obstacles.
29:23 - Gary Vee debates the nature of entrepreneurial success, questioning if innate talent is a necessary component and sharing his personal experiences with early business ventures.
32:03 - Gary Vee discusses his youthful business initiatives, including running a lemonade stand and the creative ways he expanded it.
34:44 - Gary Vee recalls his childhood efforts to earn money through various small ventures, from selling flowers picked from neighbors’ gardens to singing carols.
37:22 - Gary Vee shares his philosophy on the value of hard work over formal education, reflecting on his personal and family experiences.
40:00 - Gary Vee looks back on a defining weekend in his youth that solidified his passion for business and innovation.

In Search of Excellence Podcast - with Randall Kaplan

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