In the very first episode of Rise and Build, Zak opens up about who he is, why he started this podcast, and what this journey is all about. From balancing college, work, and being a dad, to building a small business and trying to level up every day, this episode sets the tone for everything to come.

Zak talks about:

• his real-life “why” behind creating this show
• the challenges and wins that come with building a better life
• what listeners can expect from future episodes
• how Rise and Build represents growth, learning, and doing better one day at a time

If you’re grinding for your family, learning as you go, or trying to rise from where you are and build something better, this episode is your starting point.

Welcome to the journey.