JDS podcast

JDS podcast

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JDS podcast episodes

  • Modern Solutions to Timeless Health Challenges” – with Darling Green

    What does it really take to optimize your emotional and physical health in today’s fast-paced world?

    In this powerful episode of JDS Podcast, Mazi Josh sits down with health consultant and retired U.S. Navy Commander Darling Green to unpack what true wellness looks like beyond trends and quick fixes.


    From leadership in the military to becoming a contributing author of Become Empowered – Echoes of Grace and Strength, Darling shares how discipline, mindset, and modern health strategies can transform the way we live, lead, and thrive.


    We explore:


    • The connection between emotional resilience and physical health
    • Practical steps to optimize your daily habits
    • Why leadership and wellness go hand in hand
    • How to live empowered — not exhausted



    If you’re ready to stop surviving and start thriving, this conversation is for you.


    🎧 Tune in and take the first step toward living your best life.


    46 min
  • Rock Bottom at 61: Rebuilding After a Suicide Attempt” – with Gretchen Schoser

    What happens when you hit rock bottom… and survive?


    In this powerful episode of the JDS Podcast, Mazi Josh sits down with Gretchen Schoser — a suicide attempt survivor who rebuilt her life and became a voice for mental health and resilience.


    This isn’t just a story about pain. It’s about ownership. Reinvention. And the decision to keep going when quitting feels easier.

    We talk about:


    • The mindset behind rock bottom
    • Rebuilding after your darkest moment
    • Mental resilience in real life
    • Reinventing yourself at 61
    • Why it’s never too late to rewrite your story


    If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or questioned your purpose — this episode will challenge and strengthen you.


    Your lowest moment does not have to be your final chapter.


    33 min
  • Funding the Unfundable: How Louis Bachour Bets on Businesses Banks Reject” – with Louis Bachour

    Banks say no.

    He looks closer.


    In this episode of the JDS Podcast with Mazi Josh, I sit down with Louis Bachour to unpack what it really means to fund the “unfundable.”


    While traditional institutions rely on rigid criteria and credit boxes, Louis sees opportunity where others see risk. We explore how he evaluates businesses banks reject, what makes an entrepreneur worth betting on, and the mindset required to make unconventional financial decisions.


    We dive into:


    • Why banks miss great businesses
    • The real difference between risk and recklessness
    • What makes a founder investable
    • How to position yourself when traditional funding doors close



    If you’ve ever been told “no” — this episode might change how you think about capital forever.


    30 min
  • Astrology for Leaders: Are You Ignoring Your Cosmic Advantage?” – with Aleksandra Ceho

    In this episode of the JDS Podcast, Mazi Josh sits down with Aleksandra Ceho, a master astrologer, martial artist, and international instructor of Hermetic Philosophy.


    Aleksandra shares how entrepreneurs and business leaders can use astrology to understand their strengths, anticipate challenges, and stay resilient under pressure. With over 20 years of experience and a background in martial arts, she brings a unique strategic perspective on leadership, timing, and personal mastery.


    Free Guide from Aleksandra:

    Discover your professional strengths and learn tools to manage stress using astrology:

    https://masterthestars.ac-page.com/starpowered-resilience


    Subscribe for more conversations on leadership, business, and personal growth with Mazi Josh. 


    31 min
  • The Anime Leader: A Conversation with Michael Yearby

    In this episode of the JDS Podcast, Michael Yearby breaks down what it truly means to lead with strength, discipline, and purpose. From Air Force leadership to using anime-style storytelling to build resilient minds, we explore how to develop mental toughness, build stronger teams, and lead like a warrior in today’s world.


    24 min
  • Scaling With Impact: How to Build Wealth That Gives Back with Arturas Tarasevicius

    In this powerful episode of the JDS Podcast, Joshua Agbontaen sits down with performance marketer and entrepreneur Arturas Tarasevicius to explore a new way of thinking about growth — Philanthropy-Based Marketing.


    This isn’t just about ads, ROAS, or scaling fast. It’s about building businesses that generate profit and impact at the same time.


    Arturas breaks down how purpose-driven positioning can increase conversions, why most founders struggle with short-term thinking, and how entrepreneurs can scale sustainably in a volatile economy. From mindset shifts to tactical strategy, this conversation bridges performance and purpose in a way every modern business owner needs to hear.


    If you’re building something meaningful and want your success to stand for more than just numbers, this episode is for you.


    JDS Podcast — where growth isn’t optional, it’s intentional.

    43 min
  • Consistency Over Motivation: A Deep Dive with Alan Lazaros

    In this episode of the JDS Podcast, we sit down with Alan Lazaros to unpack what it truly takes to build long-term success. From discipline and self-belief to consistency, relationships, and intentional growth, Alan shares practical insights on designing a life and career that compound over time. If you’re tired of quick wins and ready to play the long game, this conversation is for you.


    30 min
  • Daniel Rodgers: Escaping the Clock and Redefining Financial Freedom

    In this episode of the JDS Podcast, I sit down with Daniel Rodgers, author of Escape The Clock, to talk about financial freedom, early retirement, and designing a life on your own terms. Daniel shares practical strategies, mindset shifts, and real-world insights on breaking free from the 9–5 and building time-rich wealth. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone looking to take control of their money and their future.


    19 min
  • From AI Hype to Real Business Results

    In this episode of JD’s Podcast, host Osamwonyi Agbontaen sits down with Olga Topchaya, Founder and CEO of Lapis AI Consults, for a practical conversation about using AI to drive real business results.


    Olga breaks down how leaders can move beyond AI hype and focus on strategies that lead to measurable outcomes — including major efficiency gains and cost reductions. From common mistakes companies make with AI to how founders and executives can implement AI with clarity and purpose, this episode focuses on what actually works in the real world.


    If you’re a business owner, founder, or leader trying to understand how AI can support growth, reduce costs, and improve decision-making, this episode is for you.


    🎧 Tune in to JD’s Podcast for an honest, no-hype conversation on practical AI and business strategy.


    17 min

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