What drives someone to master the markets? For Professor Silvia Vianello, it wasn’t greed - it was survival.

In this episode of In the Arena, Prof. Silvia Vianello joins Dave Crane and Dariush Soudi to share how a dream to lift her family out of poverty sparked a journey into one of the world’s most complex and high-stakes industries: finance.

But this isn’t a get-rich-quick story. It’s a wake-up call. They dive deep into what most “gurus” won’t tell you - the dangers of chasing fast gains, the psychology behind financial success, and how governments and institutions play on public fear to protect the elite.

Silvia’s approach is rooted in discipline, data, and education. Her mission? To teach people how to build real, sustainable wealth, not illusions. If you think making 20% a month sounds like success, she’ll tell you why that mindset could be your downfall.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

•⁠ ⁠Why Silvia chose finance over any other path

•⁠ ⁠The biggest mistake beginners make when entering the market

•⁠ ⁠How financial institutions manipulate retail investors

•⁠ ⁠Why “fast money” usually ends in failure

•⁠ ⁠The mindset shift required to build real wealth

•⁠ ⁠The truth about financial freedom, risk, and personal responsibility

If you're beginning your financial journey, do it with awareness, and a plan.

At 8,000 meters, the air is thin, and so is your margin for doubt.In this episode of In the Arena, Mostafa Salameh shares the truth behind one of the most extreme journeys a human can take. But this isn’t just a story about summiting Everest. It’s about purpose, identity, and what it takes to face yourself when there’s nowhere left to hide.Mostafa wasn’t born into adventure. He had to fight for his vision - often alone, often dismissed. What drove him wasn’t glory, but a deep sense of calling. A belief that climbing the world’s highest peak meant nothing if he didn’t first conquer what was within.This is a conversation about discipline, clarity, and risk. About spiritual endurance and the real price of ambition.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:•⁠ ⁠Why Everest was never the destination•⁠ ⁠What changes when you push past 6,000 meters•⁠ ⁠How to find direction when no one believes in your vision•⁠ ⁠The mindset required for extreme physical and spiritual challenge•⁠ ⁠Why comfort is more dangerous than fearFor anyone facing a personal Everest, this episode will change how you see it.

Most people run from being broke. Stallone Shaikh chose it on purpose.

In this episode of In the Arena, Stallone flips the script on everything you thought you knew about money, success, and drive. He reveals why chasing comfort is killing your ambition, and how reprogramming your mindset, not your bank account, is the key to real freedom.

At 26, Stallone made a decision: he wanted more. But to rise, he had to burn the old version of himself. What followed was a transformation built on clarity, confidence, and a radical shift in how he saw wealth.

And if you’re in sales? Pay attention, because Stallone drops his secrets. It’s not about pitching. It’s about seeing what your client isn’t saying, and giving them exactly that.

What You’ll Discover in This Episode:

* Why fearing money guarantees you’ll never have it

* How staying broke helped Stallone build unshakable drive

* The shift at 27 that changed everything

* The truth about sales: it’s not about selling

* 3 unfiltered lessons you’ll wish you heard sooner

In a world where information is power, what happens when all your secrets are for sale?In this episode of Gladiator TV, Dave Crane and Jigar Sagar dive deep into the uncomfortable truth about AI, data privacy, and the illusion of control in our hyper-connected age. From casual chats with ChatGPT to every click, swipe, and search, your digital footprint is a currency. And someone, somewhere, is cashing in.But this isn’t just a conversation about fear. It’s a wake-up call to awareness. Who really owns your data? What’s the true price of convenience? And are we giving away more than we realise - just for a few seconds of ease?This episode is bold, unfiltered, and guaranteed to make you think. What You’ll Learn in This Episode:•⁠ ⁠Why AI isn’t just listening, it’s remembering•⁠ ⁠How your daily habits are being tracked, sold, and weaponised•⁠ ⁠The danger of digital complacency in a surveillance-driven world•⁠ ⁠Why data is more valuable than gold, and who’s getting rich from yours•⁠ ⁠How to take back control in a system designed to keep you numbThe internet remembers everything. But do you remember what freedom felt like?Welcome to Gladiator TV. It’s time to challenge the system.

What if the place you're born didn’t limit where you could go, or who you could become?In this powerful episode, Armand Arton shares a bold idea: the end of borders as we know them. From his personal mission to remove the barriers of outdated visa systems to the bigger question of how we define freedom in a hyper-connected world, Arton challenges us to rethink everything. You no longer need to be a billionaire to live globally. But why does crossing a border still feel like a privilege instead of a right?This isn’t a conversation about politics. It’s about possibility. It's about a future where opportunity isn’t dictated by geography, and where technology partners with governments to serve people, not just paperwork.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:•⁠ ⁠Why the current visa system is broken, and who it’s failing most•⁠ ⁠How technology could make migration more human and more scalable•⁠ ⁠Why global mobility should be a right, not a reward•⁠ ⁠The hidden connection between art, capitalism, and the freedom to move•⁠ ⁠A vision for a future where 100 million people can cross borders effortlesslyWhere will you go in the next five years?This episode might just change how you answer that.

We live in an age of instant connection, endless information, and unimaginable wealth - so why do so many of us feel more disconnected than ever?

In this episode, Dave Crane explores the silent crisis behind modern life: a world that’s become more advanced, but less human. From rising suicide rates among men to the illusion of progress fed by social media and AI, Dave invites us to ask the questions we’ve been avoiding. What if happiness isn’t about gaining more - but seeing more clearly? And what if AI isn’t the enemy, but a mirror reflecting the void within?

This isn’t just a conversation about what’s broken. It’s a call to reclaim your story in a world that profits from your silence.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

•⁠ ⁠Why increased connection hasn’t brought us closer

•⁠ ⁠The hidden cost of ignoring emotional and mental health

•⁠ ⁠How AI is hijacking education, and why that might not be a bad thing

•⁠ ⁠The importance of questioning everything we’re told

•⁠ ⁠Why purpose, not comfort, is the foundation of a fulfilled life

We can’t afford to stay numb. The world feels broken because the narrative is broken. Let’s rewrite it together.

What if the only thing standing between you and the life you want is the way you see yourself? Nick Santonastasso was born with no legs and one arm—but he refuses to be defined by limitations.In this episode, Nick gets real about self-worth, urgency, and the silent battles we all face. Nothing external can ever fill a spiritual void. What changed his life wasn’t achieving more—it was rewriting the story he told himself. Nick makes it look easy, but every day he wakes up and fights. He thinks about death—not with fear, but with purpose. That urgency is what fuels him to truly live.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:•⁠ ⁠Why self-worth shapes what we attract•⁠ ⁠How chasing external love leads to emptiness•⁠ ⁠The inner shift that transformed Nick’s life•⁠ ⁠Finding purpose through pain•⁠ ⁠Why urgency—not comfort—is the key to fulfillmentWhat you see in the mirror is not the full story. Rewrite it.🔽 Full Podcast Breakdown:00:02:50 Self-Worth & Inner Reflection00:03:36 Daily Battles & Motivation00:05:05 Childhood & Personal Development00:09:39 Lessons from Tony Robbins00:12:35 Public Speaking & Authenticity00:15:29 Mentorship with Tony Robbins00:19:49 Brotherhood & Business Partnership00:41:33 Loss of His Brother & Addiction Advocacy00:46:18 Facing Fear & Living Boldly00:50:15 Relationships & Spiritual Partnerships00:53:32 Legacy & Business Ventures00:55:21 Dubai’s Future & Gratitude00:58:19 Closing & Mutual Appreciation

What does it take to be number one in a world that never stops? For Kris Fade, it starts at 4:30 AM—every single day.From battling anxiety to building the #1 radio station in the country, Kris opens up about the unseen grind behind success, the pressure of staying on top in a hyper-competitive industry, and why positivity is his ultimate mission. Whether he’s hosting a show, launching a brand, or putting a smile on someone’s face during their toughest moments—he’s doing it with purpose.This is a raw, real, and powerful conversation about passion, persistence, and pushing through—when nobody’s watching.What You’ll Learn This Episode:•⁠ ⁠Why keeping busy is Kris’s secret to managing anxiety•⁠ ⁠The brutal hustle behind building an elite radio career•⁠ ⁠How structure, purpose, and consistency became his foundation•⁠ ⁠The importance of showing up for others—even when you’re exhausted•⁠ ⁠What really drives someone to be the best in every roomSuccess isn’t luck—it’s a mindset, a habit, and a choice.

What if everything you thought was impossible was just a mental limitation? What if the key to ultimate strength, resilience, and healing was already inside you—waiting to be unlocked?Wim Hof, known as The Iceman, has defied science with multiple World Records, surviving extreme cold and pushing the boundaries of human endurance. But his method goes beyond breaking records—it’s about breaking limitations. Wim believes trauma runs deeper than we realize, beyond the mind and body’s conditioning. His method taps into the core of human potential, helping people heal, conquer fear, and access untapped power.What You’ll Learn This Episode:* Why the human body is capable of far more than we believe* The method that allows you to control stress, fear, and even trauma* How Wim Hof survived extreme cold and proved science wrong* Why most people don’t know how to process trauma—and how to change that* How to unlock strength, resilience, and clarity through breath and exposureEverything you thought was a limit is just an illusion!

What if every obstacle in your life was actually a sign that you were about to level up? What if the struggles you face weren’t holding you back—but were the very key to unlocking your true potential?

Nick Santonastasso, a world-renowned speaker, author, and resilience coach, was born with a rare condition that left him with one arm and no legs. He faced rejection, bullying, and deep despair, but instead of giving in, he made a choice—rewrite his story, embrace challenges, and prove that true strength comes from within. Now, he helps people around the world break through limitations and unlock their full potential.

What You’ll Learn This Episode:

• How to shift your mindset when problems arise

• Why most people attach the wrong meaning to struggles

• The secret to falling in love with your own journey

• Why asking for help is the greatest act of strength

• The real reason a man without legs jumps out of bed faster than most people

By the end of this conversation, you’ll never see your challenges the same way again!