THE PARABLES®

From the discipline of the U.S. Marine Corps to building multiple successful businesses, Andrew Cruz has mastered the art of focus, growth, and creating lasting impact. In this powerful conversation, Andrew opens up about the mindset shift that transformed his life, the lessons he’s learned from juggling multiple ventures, and the one move that changed everything.

We dive deep into:

• ✂️ How to identify and eliminate distractions so you can execute at the highest level
• ⚡ Why focus beats hustle when it comes to building long-term success
• 📊 The difference between being “busy” and being truly effective
• 🤖 How to leverage AI in your business to increase leads, automate follow-up, and boost revenue
• 🔑 Why personal development is the secret weapon of elite entrepreneurs

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, leader, or someone chasing your next big breakthrough, this episode will challenge the way you think, inspire you to raise your standards, and give you strategies you can use immediately.

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After five long years… THE PARABLES® Podcast is BACK. 🎙️✨

In this relaunch episode, host Ejay Cruz opens up about the journey that took him from being a registered nurse to becoming an entrepreneur, content creator, and now relaunching one of the most impactful personal growth podcasts in the world.

Ejay shares:

·       The untold story of why the podcast stopped in 2020—including the craziest day of his life, where tragedy and new life collided.

·       How THE PARABLES®grew from a passion project into a global platform reaching listeners across countries.

·       Why podcasting isn’t just content for him—it’s an assignment, a ministry, and a responsibility to spread positive influence.

·       The lessons he’s learned in fatherhood, entrepreneurship, faith, and redefining success.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, leader, or someone chasing personal growth, this episode will give you wisdom, perspective, and a renewed fire to become your highest self.

If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to chase your calling, stay consistent when life gets hard, and create impact that lasts generations—this is the episode you don’t want to miss.

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🎙️ Recorded at California Talk Studio — shoutout to the team!

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The war doesn’t always end when you come home.

In this episode of THE PARABLES® I sit down with Marine Corps veteran Roland Vandenberg to unpack the hidden battles of PTSD, identity loss, and the long road toward healing, purpose, and service after war. This is a conversation about accountability, faith, and choosing life when darkness feels overwhelming.

Roland shares the moments that nearly broke him — and the disciplines, mindset shifts, and truths that helped him rebuild from the inside out.

We cover:

• ⚔️ Life after combat and hidden battles
• 🧠 PTSD, triggers, and healing honestly
• 🙏 Faith, humility, and responsibility
• 🔥 Accountability over victimhood
• 🧭 Finding purpose through service
• 🏛️ Building legacy beyond survival

This episode is for anyone fighting quietly — and choosing to keep going.

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U.S. Army Veteran turned entrepreneur Nick Fitzgerald went from opening gyms to becoming an e-com genius, running an 8-figure business and working with some of the top influencer brands today. Looking to pay it forward and give back to those looking to reach financial freedom, Nick also has become an industry leader in financial services.

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Not all leaders are loud — and not all impact is visible at first.

In this episode of THE PARABLES®, I sit down with Marissa Almendarez to talk about purpose-driven leadership, mentorship, and what it really means to make good moves in business, fitness, and life. This is a conversation about service, humility, and staying true to your values while building something meaningful.

Marissa shares how she grew from trainer to leader, launched a nonprofit rooted in integrity, and learned to lead without needing validation or attention.

We cover:

• 🧭 Purpose-driven decision making
• 🤝 Mentorship and leadership development
• 🧱 Building trust through consistency
• 🧠 Identity, confidence, and self-belief
• 🔥 Discipline without ego
• 🏛️ Legacy through service

If you’re building something meaningful — even when it feels unseen — this episode will remind you why it matters.

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JP Pena is a Marine combat veteran and the #1 Real Estate Advisor in Los Angeles.

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From being bullied and broke to leading a $3.4B company — Sharran Srivatsaa’s story is a masterclass in discipline, clarity, faith, and the power of focused learning 

In this conversation, Sharran opens up about leaving India at 11, overcoming fear, navigating culture shock, getting mugged on day one in America, and building relentless self-belief through action.

He breaks down the mindset behind billion-dollar execution — and the daily spiritual and practical habits that helped him become the man he is today.

We Discuss

• 🙏 Faith, identity & calling through adversity
• 🧠 The power of language & thought patterns
• 🎯 How to attract mentors — the right way
• 🚀 Why focus beats intelligence every time
• 🧍‍♂️ Confidence built through action, not theory
• 👨‍👧 Fatherhood, values & personal discipline
• 💡 A simple daily learning system for mastery

If you’ve been rebuilding yourself… this episode will remind you who you are and who you’re becoming. Stay focused. Stay faithful.

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From a low-income neighborhood in Riverside, California.. to fighting on the biggest stages in boxing — Josesito Lopez is living proof that discipline and heart can shape destiny.

In this raw, inspiring conversation, I sit with “The Riverside Rocky” to talk life, legacy, faith, and the fighter mindset. Josesito opens up about growing up in gang-heavy neighborhoods, finding boxing at eight, overcoming loss and doubt, training alone for months, and building the discipline to stay in the game for decades.

He reminds us that success isn’t about talent — it’s about consistency, humility, and faith when nobody is watching 

We Discuss

• 🥊 Building discipline brick-by-brick
• 🎯 Staying committed when no one believes in you
• 👶 Growing up in Riverside & avoiding the streets
• 📉 Learning from losses & staying mentally sharp
• 💪 Overcoming injuries & setbacks
• 🧠 “Kill or be killed” mindset in the ring
• 💼 Business, life after boxing & giving back

If you’re on your journey and fighting to rise — this one will light a fire in you. Stay hungry. Stay humble. Keep swinging.

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Three time IFBB Pro Olympian Anthony Woods discusses the mindset and internal dialogue behind training, bodybuilding, and attacking your personal goals.

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What if success didn’t need fame?

In this episode, Slushgod — founder of the streetwear brand Slushcult — opens up about his creative journey from DIY beginnings to building a global movement rooted in color, community, and authenticity. Through storytelling and real reflection, he reveals how staying faceless allowed the brand’s values, not ego, to shine.

We Cover:
• 🧠 The origins of Slushcult and its cult-like following
• 🎨 How strategic branding can look effortless
• 💪 Why authenticity and humility always win
• 🏁 Lessons from the retail grind at Zoomies
• 🔥 How creativity and purpose outlast trends

If you’ve ever dreamed of building something meaningful, this episode is for you.

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