Dana Carretta-Stein is a licensed trauma therapist and founder of Peaceful Living Counseling and The EMDR Coach. In this episode, she shares how high achievers can break generational patterns, manage the mental load, and find real healing—without falling into burnout. If you're ready to step off the hustle hamster wheel and into something more sustainable, this one’s for you

Join Dave as he chats with Dr. Joey Munoz, Ph.D. in Nutrition Sciences, fitness coach, and founder of Fit4Life Academy. Joey breaks down science-backed wellness in a simple, actionable way, helping people transform their health with sustainable habits. Tune in for expert insights on muscle-building, nutrition, and performance!

Dave sits down with Ngo Okafor—a two-time Golden Gloves champion, former model and actor, and founder of Iconoclast Fitness in NYC. From overcoming childhood illness to starting his boxing journey at 31, Ngo’s story is one of relentless reinvention. Now a sought-after trainer to stars like Jennifer Lopez and Naomi Campbell, he shares how mindset, discipline, and “The Ngo Effect” can transform not just your body, but your entire life.

In this episode, we sit down with Sean O'Connor, a licensed mental health counselor, trauma-informed psychotherapist, and peak performance coach. Sean shares his unique approach to unlocking human potential by focusing not on what's wrong with us, but on what’s happened to us. His work spans from helping athletes and high performers reach new heights to guiding those healing from trauma. Tune in to hear how Sean is using compassion, curiosity, and high-performance strategies to transform lives—starting with his own.

In this episode, Dave gets real about what it means to stay focused when people talk behind your back—and how to use that energy to your advantage. He shares the one principle he believes can completely shift the direction of any life, no matter who you are or where you come from. We also dive into a pivotal moment from Dave’s own journey when he realized it was time to level up—and what that shift looked like. If you’ve been feeling like you’re on the edge of your own turning point, this part will hit home. And for anyone building something from the ground up—Dave offers some sharp, tactical advice to turn interest into consistent engagement.

This one’s full of those “pause and think” moments.

Dave sits down with Kenny Santucci—one of NYC’s top trainers, founder of STRONG New York, and a true powerhouse in the fitness world. From an overweight teen to an Ironman athlete and industry icon, Kenny’s journey is all about grit, growth, and giving back. We talk about the mindset behind his transformation, the mission fueling his movement, and why taking care of the little things leads to big change. If you’re ready to be inspired, this one’s for you.

In this episode, Dave sits down with his great friend and business partner, Sean Degnan- serial entrepreneur and co-founder of Action Cultivates Excellence (ACE). They dive into Sean's passion for doing hard things, the journey through grief and healing, and the power of leadership. They discuss how ACE is making an impact and why celebrating others' wins is at the heart of what they do. If you're ready to be inspired and learn how to overcome challenges while cultivating excellence, this episode is for you!

In this episode, we sit down with Scram Jones, a New York native and 2x Grammy-nominated producer, DJ, and songwriter with over two decades of experience in the music industry. Known for his collaborations with icons like Nas, Eminem, Mariah Carey, Rick Ross, and many more, Scram takes us behind the scenes of his incredible career, sharing insights on music production, longevity, business tactics, and personal wellness hacks.

In this episode, Dave sits down with Wayne Francis, lead pastor of The Life Church in Westchester County, New York. Wayne opens up about his journey blending faith, business, family, and relationships, offering powerful insights on living out purpose in every area of life. From leading a thriving church and serving as the chaplain for the Brooklyn Nets, to his upcoming book Make Friends With Everyone, Wayne shares how faith fuels his leadership and vision for both personal and professional success. Don’t miss this dynamic conversation full of wisdom and inspiration.

In this episode, Dave explores how to navigate moments of uncertainty and unpreparedness in leadership. Dave offers advice on coping and finding strength after breakups and also dives into the first steps toward achieving success and how to go from mindset to action. With a focus on the balance between vulnerability and authority, this q & a highlights how showing vulnerability can strengthen trust and authenticity in leadership without compromising your position.