The Code To Winning

What happened to hip-hop? Has the culture changed for the better, or have we lost something that made it special in the first place?

Larry "Nuface" Compton, better known as Atlanta's unofficial Hip-Hop Historian, has spent more than 30 years documenting, collecting, and preserving the culture. From Detroit to Atlanta, he has witnessed the evolution of hip-hop firsthand, from its underground roots and the rise of OutKast and Goodie Mob to the emergence of Atlanta's trap music movement.

But his story goes beyond music. Nuface has built relationships throughout the industry, curated hip-hop exhibitions, collected thousands...

In this episode, we sit down with Abraham Gray, a self made entrepreneur with an estimated net worth of $500 million, who started his first business at just 15 years old. Over the years, he has built an empire that includes ownership of more than 50 companies and a real estate portfolio of 225 properties. He also sold his company We Buy Gold for $100 million, a milestone that cemented his place among the most successful young business owners in the country. He is known as a true powerhouse in the entrepreneurial world, having launched over 100 businesses and made his first million by the...

In this episode, we sit down with Rosezena “TheBizLawyer” Pierce, a leading trademark attorney and the CEO of RJ Pierce Law Group, PC in Chicago. Known as “the biz lawyer” on Instagram, Rosezena takes us through her extraordinary journey, from excelling in law school to facing the harsh reality of job hunting, and ultimately building a highly successful law firm dedicated to intellectual property law.

Rosezena opens up about her background and the challenges that shaped her path. She graduated from John Marshall Law School with a 3.5 GPA and excelled in her intellectual property classes, yet she did not...

In this episode, we sit down with Caden, the 15 year old CEO of Caden Teaches, who graduated high school at just 13 years old and is proving that age is not a limitation when it comes to building something meaningful. On a mission to empower and educate young minds, Caden is inspiring a new generation to take control of their financial future and pursue their dreams regardless of where they start. His message is simple and powerful: "If Caden Can, You Can Too."

We dive into Caden's journey as a young entrepreneur, from finishing high school years ahead...

In this episode, we sit down with Amber, co-founder of MOKIPOPS, to talk about how a simple homeschool project with her three children, ages 3, 5, and 7 at the time, turned into a thriving frozen fruit bar company. What started as a fun way to teach her kids about food, creativity, and hard work quickly became something much bigger when her then 7 year old son asked a question that changed everything: "How can we make more money and not be at every single event?" That one question sparked a serious commitment to building a real, sustainable business for the sake of...

INTENNSE Tennis: Inside the League with Marcelo Ferreira and Oliver Bell

In this interview, I sit down with two leaders behind INTENNSE, the fast-growing professional tennis league redefining how the sport is played and watched.

Marcelo Ferreira is the Head Coach of Team Atlanta and the Director of the High-Performance Tennis Academy at Windy Hill Athletic Club.

Oliver Bell is the Chief Financial Officer of INTENNSE, overseeing the league's finance, legal, HR and operations.

What is INTENNSE?
INTENNSE is a co-ed, team-based pro tennis league built for speed. Matches are...

In this episode, we sit down with Donald Luxama, one of the biggest names in the vending machine industry, with over 700,000 followers and more than 1 billion views across social media teaching people how to start and scale a real vending business. What began as a simple side hustle, buying used vending machines for around $500 that generate over $1,000 in profit a month, has grown into a full-fledged movement inspiring thousands of aspiring entrepreneurs to take control of their financial future.

Donald breaks down the exact blueprint he used to get started, from finding locations to sourcing machines. He...

Simi Arora is a personal brand strategist, mindset and growth mentor, and the host of True Power with Simi. As the founder of Brand Scale, she has helped thousands of entrepreneurs and professionals build premium personal brands that command attention, trust, and revenue.

An immigrant who built her platform from the ground up in New York City, Simi has grown a LinkedIn following of over 115,000 people and become a go to voice for those looking to turn their expertise into influence and income. Her work sits at the intersection of branding, mindset, and business strategy, teaching people...

Sitting down with us today is Michael J. MacDonald, visionary entrepreneur, architect of impact, and co founder of Earn Your Leisure (EYL), the movement redefining financial education and culture for an entire generation.

Michael doesn't just talk about branding. He builds legacies. As a coach, strategist, and entrepreneur, he has spent his career pushing people to think bigger, act bolder, and build brands that command attention and stand the test of time.

In this episode, we go deep into Michael's journey as co founder of both Earn Your Leisure and Invest Fest, the powerhouse financial...

Ryan Gardner founded Bucked Up in 2016 and has been the managing partner and CEO ever since. Under his supervision, Bucked Up has gone from a local supplement brand to the #1 best-selling pre-workout, available in over 100,000 stores worldwide.

Back in 2001, Ryan and his twin brother Jeff built a successful internet marketing company, promoting everything from supplements to biz opp to lead generation. By 2010, their affiliate network (with only 3 other employees) was earning over $25M+ annually in revenue. In 2015, they saw that social media was the future and decided to start their own social media agency. After o...

Catherine Bennett, Executive Editor of Utah Business, joins us for a deep dive into what truly makes Utah one of the best places for entrepreneurs and small businesses to thrive. With a background in print journalism, she began her career in marketing as a global communications leader, managing a team of 10 translators before stepping into entrepreneurship and launching Backpack Marketing, an agency focused on helping small businesses grow. She later moved into an executive marketing role working across industries including manufacturing, aerospace, and health sciences.

In this episode, we explore why Utah stands out from other states...

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. James E. Dixon, widely known as SupermanIs4Real, for a deeply moving and powerful conversation on resilience, faith, and purpose.

After experiencing a life-altering tragedy that resulted in the loss of his leg, Dr. Dixon made a decision that would define the rest of his life—he refused to be defined by what he lost. Instead, he chose to step fully into his purpose. What many would see as a setback, he transformed into a calling.

Recorded around his impactful message at the Little Lambs Fundraiser, Dr. Di...

In this episode, I sit down with Azure Calder, a seasoned mortgage expert with over 20 years of experience in the real estate and lending industry. From processing and management to ownership, Azure has built a career defined by consistency, leadership, and results—personally contributing to over $1 billion in real estate transactions and earning recognition as a top producer and President’s Club winner.

But this conversation goes far beyond traditional real estate.

Azure breaks down how he helps clients build true generational wealth, whether it’s guiding first-time homebuyers into their first property or helping season...

Kylie Brenning has been active in the real estate industry since 2018, starting her career in commercial real estate development before transitioning into lending in 2022. That foundation gives her a unique, well-rounded perspective on both the building and financing side of real estate.

As a Mortgage Broker, Kylie works across both residential and commercial lending, leveraging strong relationships with a wide network of banks and lending institutions. Her approach is solution-focused—no matter how niche the deal or complex the situation, she believes there is always a loan product or strategy that can make it work.

Be...

In this episode recorded during WealthCon in Las Vegas, I sit down with Brock Holyoak, a blue collar builder turned real estate investor who has built a reputation for speed, efficiency, and delivering strong returns for investors.

Today he runs a construction operation capable of building 70 to 80 homes a year, focusing on quality homes priced under $400K while completing builds in around 90 days, nearly twice as fast as many competitors in the market.

We dive into the structure of Brock’s business and how he has been able to scale production with a lean team of...

In this episode, I sit down with Levi Lascsak, Dallas real estate powerhouse, Iraq War veteran, and one of the most recognized voices in YouTube driven real estate marketing today.

Levi has helped generate over $250 million in sales, closing more than 524 homes in just five years, while building a YouTube strategy that has transformed how realtors attract clients. Voted Top Producer by D Magazine and ranked Top 100 in Dallas by Real Producers, Levi has proven that consistent content and strategic positioning can outperform traditional marketing in today’s market.

But this conv...

I sit down with Justin Brock, an extraordinary entrepreneur and United States Marine Corps veteran who skyrocketed his business from $8M in revenue to a $70M valuation in under two years. I first met Justin backstage at the Wealth event, where we had the chance to dive into his incredible journey—from his time serving in the Marines to building and scaling a high-performing company. Justin shares how the discipline, resilience, and leadership he developed in the Marine Corps shaped the way he approaches business, decision-making, and building winning teams.

As Justin and I unpack his...

In this podcast episode, we sit down with Robin Petgrave for a powerful and deeply personal conversation that traces his journey from humble beginnings to becoming one of the most respected helicopter pilots and aviation entrepreneurs in the industry. Robin opens up about his upbringing, being born in Jamaica and raised in the United States, and how early dreams of movement speed and freedom shaped his desire to do something extraordinary with his life. Long before aviation entered the picture, he was driven by competition discipline and the belief that his future could be bigger than his surroundings.

In this episode, I sit down with Vanessa Ramirez, founder of The Injury Law Consultants and Lien Care Providers, for a deep dive into what it truly takes to win in business and in life.

With over 16 years of experience in personal injury law, Vanessa shares how she transitioned from being a legal expert to building scalable businesses that help law firms streamline operations, strengthen client relationships, and improve case outcomes. We break down the real challenges of entrepreneurship, leadership, and growth—especially the uncomfortable moments that often separate those who stay stuck from those who...

BYU and NFL standout Corbin Kaufusi joins the show for a raw, unfiltered conversation about what it truly takes to succeed at the highest levels of sport—and what happens when the lights turn off.

Corbin opens up about his path to the NFL, the physical and emotional toll of injuries, and the unspoken reality many players face: addressing injuries honestly can quietly put you on a blacklist. Fans rarely see how devastating these setbacks are, or how one injury can change the entire trajectory of a career. Corbin speaks candidly about the pressure to sta...

Luke Peters is an accomplished entrepreneur and the former CEO of NewAir, a company he founded in 2001 and grew from a garage startup to a thriving business with over $600 million in cumulative sales. His journey began in Fountain Valley, California, where he learned the value of hard work while working in his family’s donut shop for just 25 cents an hour.

Under Luke's leadership, NewAir achieved significant milestones, including $80 million in sales in a single year and multiple placements on the Inc. 500 list. He successfully pivoted the company from a 100% B2C model to a mul...

Jamie is a freelance professional with over 16 years of real-world experience, having worked with clients ranging from local mom-and-pop restaurants to Fortune 500 companies such as Google, Netflix, Lionsgate, and Hillshire. Rather than teaching theory, Jamie shares strategies that have been tested and refined through years of active client work.

Two years ago, Jamie began creating educational content on TikTok and Instagram to help fellow freelancers navigate pricing, clients, and sustainable growth. Today, Jamie reaches nearly 400,000 freelancers across social platforms with practical, no-nonsense advice. Alongside content creation, Jamie and their wife continue to work with clients e...

In this episode, I sit down with Brandon J. LoCascio, a multifamily real estate investor who has built a portfolio exceeding 30 million dollars in assets and 120 apartment units. Brandon shares how he approached scaling his multifamily portfolio through disciplined underwriting, smart market selection, and hands on asset management while focusing on long term growth rather than short term wins.

We dive into Brandon’s real world experience with multifamily acquisitions, apartment investing strategies, financing structures, and investor relations. He explains how each multifamily deal was evaluated as a business, why strong property management is critical, and...

Ryan Pineda has been in the real estate industry since 2010 and has built an impressive portfolio totaling more than $100 million in real estate investments. Over the past decade, he has established himself as a highly respected entrepreneur, founding seven successful businesses that collectively generate seven to eight figures in annual revenue. His strategic approach to investing, scaling companies, and building systems has made him a trusted voice in real estate and entrepreneurship.

Beyond his business achievements, Ryan has become a powerful media and personal brand. With over 2 million followers across social platforms and more than 1 b...

Jamil Damji’s story is one of the most powerful examples of resilience and reinvention you’ll ever hear. As the co-founder of Keegly, a national real estate wholesaling franchise with over 100+ locations, and founder of AstroFlipping, one of the largest real estate training communities in the country, Jamil has helped transform thousands of lives through real estate education and mindset mastery. But before the success, the fame, and the seven-figure deals, his life was filled with unimaginable pain.

From being bullied, beaten, and even chained as a child, to battling addiction, poverty, and hopelessness, Jamil...

Jason Payne’s story is a masterclass in leadership, resilience, and vision.

Fifteen years ago, he was earning $12.50 an hour as an irrigation technician. A small pay bump to $14 an hour at his uncle’s roofing company became the turning point that ignited his entrepreneurial journey. From those humble beginnings, Jason Payne didn’t just climb the ladder, he built his own.

Today, as the founder of State 48 Roofing, Jason leads from the front, steering an eight-figure company built almost entirely through organic, authentic social media content on Facebook and Instagram. His jour...

Daquota Founder and CEO of your media guy, talks so much about what happens behind the scenes. He breaks down the secrets of lead generation how they get them. Also stresses on the important of turning content/ views into revenues. Running multiple studios in the state of AZ shares his knowledge and experience about social media and how you can build a presence to generate income in 2026

Roy Lewis is a former NFL cornerback turned powerhouse agent and firefighter whose journey defines what it means to lead, serve, and win  on and off the field.

With over five years in the NFL, including time with the Pittsburgh Steelers and Seattle Seahawks, and became a Super Bowl XLIII Champion in his rookie season. Today, he brings that same discipline, leadership, and heart for excellence into his role as an NFL agent and firefighter in Phoenix, Arizona.

As the founder of VW Sports Agency, Roy is dedicated to empowering athletes wit...

In this eye-opening interview, I sit down with Jon Willis from Parler to uncover how the platform is revolutionizing social media by putting users first. Jon shares how Parler’s groundbreaking strategy is taking a bold stand against big tech’s data-selling practices—empowering users with true ownership and transparency.

We dive deep into Parler’s autonomous cloud solution, their new Play TV platform that’s taking on giants like YouTube and TikTok, and their innovative blockchain-based reward system designed to give users real value for their engagement. Jon also exposes the shocking truth behind how major t...

Ryan Ingram is the owner and founder of Ingram Entertainment, a powerhouse performer whose story embodies passion, purpose, and perseverance. From his first appearance at a school talent show to performing across Europe during the early rise of hip hop, Ryan has lived and breathed the art of entertainment.

His journey eventually led him to the FOX Teen Choice Awards, where he performed on one of the biggest stages in Hollywood — experiencing the glitz, glamour, and pressure of the industry firsthand. But behind the lights and cameras, Ryan discovered a deeper truth about what Hollywood is...

MEET DANIELLE — THE VETERAN FIGHTING TO RESTORE JUSTICE IN ARIZONA

Veteran-founded. Justice-driven. Committed to restoring your rights with honor and precision.

Danielle is a U.S. Army Veteran, legal professional, and the founder of ProParalegalAZ, a firm dedicated to helping convicted felons restore their rights and reclaim their freedom. With over a decade of experience in the legal field , including time spent at the Department of Justice U.S. Attorney’s Office.

Danielle brings unmatched expertise, discipline, and compassion to her work.

After serving her country...

Meet Matt Chick, a powerhouse entrepreneur whose story is the definition of resilience and reinvention. From humble beginnings and personal challenges, Matt transformed his life through relentless drive and a willingness to evolve.

Before entering real estate, Matt successfully ran four car dealerships, each generating millions in annual revenue. But in 2017, he decided to start fresh leaving behind a comfortable career to pursue real estate full-time. By 2018, he launched his own team, which quickly became one of Arizona’s fastest-growing real estate groups.

In just a few  years, Matt has sold over...

After losing their younger brother to suicide, Jake and Joe Sharp have turned their pain into purpose. In this deeply moving and empowering episode, the Sharp brothers open up about their family’s journey through grief, how they faced the darkness of shame, and what they’ve done to transform that pain into a message of hope and healing.

Today, they’ve made it their mission to help others become lean, confident, and mentally strong — building not only their bodies but also their mindset. Their story is a powerful reminder that fitness isn’t just about physi...

What does it take to turn a rebellious college hobby into an eight-figure marketing empire? In this episode, we dive into the incredible story of Jason Wojo, the founder of Wojo Media, who went from culinary student to digital marketing powerhouse.

By age 25, Jason had already helped over 1,300+ businesses scale to six figures, generating $125M+ in online sales through strategic ad campaigns. From selling Pokémon cards in college to managing over $30M in annual ad spend, his journey is a masterclass in turning passion into profit.

We break down his fou...

In this episode of The Code To Winning, we sit down with Max Ganley, an entrepreneur who has been surrounded by the spirit of business and leadership his entire life. Growing up in a family of entrepreneurs, Max was deeply influenced by his father, who served as both a role model and a source of inspiration. His upbringing was filled with lessons about risk-taking, independence, and building something of your own , values that shaped the way he approached life and business from an early age.

Max shares a powerful story about his father’s unique cha...

Arthur Koshkaryan, is a dynamic real estate investor with a strong reputation in the world of house flipping and wholesaling. With more than 63 units currently under construction, he has built a brand around both his expertise in dispositions and his ability to scale real estate operations. In this episode, he brings his real-world experience to the table, offering listeners an inside look at the strategies that drive consistent success in real estate investing.

This conversation dives deep into the mechanics of house flipping, from sourcing the right properties to structuring deals that maximize profits. Arthur s...

Khiree Smith is the visionary Founder and CEO of Aura House, a company born from his belief that innovation isn’t just about ideas—it’s about building the future. With a career that bridges law, technology, and entrepreneurship, Khiree has turned his vision into a business that reflects both creativity and impact. His journey is a testament to the power of betting on yourself and pursuing innovation with relentless focus.

Before launching Aura House, Khiree began his career as an attorney in Silicon Valley, where he gained firsthand experience navigating the intersection of law and eme...

In this episode, HELPING BUSINESSES TURN ATTENTION INTO CONVERSIONS WITH SMART PR, we sit down with Nic Abelian, a marketing expert and entrepreneur who has helped build multiple 7-, 8-, and 9-figure businesses. As the CEO of AnotherZero, the #1 rated marketing agency on Trustpilot, Nic and his team have supported over 5,000 businesses across 30+ countries. His journey began with one simple but frustrating realization: better products don’t always win. Competitors with louder voices often steal the spotlight, and Nic made it his mission to fix that.

Through strategies centered on visibility, value, and credibility, Nic has...

In this episode, we sit down with Omar Elattar, the founder and host of The Passionate Few Podcast, a show that has become a staple in the world of business and entrepreneurship storytelling. Known for interviewing some of the most influential entrepreneurs and thought leaders on the planet, Omar has built a podcast that resonates with dreamers, doers, and high achievers across the globe. But his journey to building one of the top business podcasts wasn’t glamorous—it was rooted in grit, sacrifice, and an unwavering belief in possibility.

Omar shares the raw story of ho...

In this episode, we dive deep with Jamil Frazier, Founder of Think Life is Different, accredited investor, keynote speaker, and bestselling author. Jamil takes us behind the curtain of his remarkable journey — from a two-year battle with depression between 2010 and 2012 to launching his first company that went on to generate over 9 figures in lifetime revenue. His story is proof that the darkest seasons can become the very soil where the biggest breakthroughs are born.

Jamil shares the blueprint to scaling businesses to 7, 8, and even 9 figures, while staying grounded in family, faith, and fulfillment. He explains the...