Coffeez with Joe Shalaby

Corporate securities lawyer Eric Cox sits down with Joe. From Cooley and Silicon Valley to head counsel at Story Law and NetCapital, where a couple hundred companies have raised around $100 million through equity crowdfunding. The friend who turned $25K into $135 million on Uber, why a third of venture dollars burn on marketing, the $100 truck driver investor, the graphene deal that could change everything, why you can legally bet on sports but not own a startup, and why ownership is the new American dream. New episodes every week. Pour up.

Netflix's The Ultimatum star Zaina Sesay sits down with Joe. What the show didn't air, watching her ex become the initiator on camera, the rumor that broke her, and rebuilding in public. From Sierra Leone roots and a high school YouTube channel to MTV, quitting corporate a month into a Snapchat program, and turning heartbreak into Glow Inside Out. Faith, egg freezing at 33, the glow test philosophy, and choosing yourself before anyone chooses you. New episodes every week. Pour up.

Four time NBA champion John Salley sits down with Joe in Detroit. The first player to win titles with three teams gets into the real Bad Boys era, what people get wrong about Michael Jordan, Kobe's work ethic, Rodman before the hair, why he calls fame an unbelievable drug, the four cars and one ass lesson from Will Smith's dad on money, stem cells and veganism at seven feet tall, and why athletes go broke after the league. New episodes every week. Pour up.

Tech founder and designer Radames sits down with Joe. He built his first app empire at 14 to pay his parents' bills, lost it all when the market caught up, rebuilt through Saks Fifth Avenue and luxury fashion houses, and launched Follo, a social app built on vibe instead of rage bait. Then the accident that cracked his skull open, the recovery that changed everything, and why he moved back to the island to serve his people. New episodes every week. Pour up.

Financial educator Kayla Bailey sits down with Joe. From Calgary to LA on a dream, partnering with Marshall Faulk and Dave Meltzer, and teaching the 97% what school never did. They get into money habits versus money problems, teaching kids financial literacy through trading cards, why smart people still make dumb money decisions, the infinite banking strategy wealthy people use, whether buying a home is really for everyone, and what true financial freedom actually costs. New episodes every week. Pour up.

Celebrity event planner David Tutera sits down with Joe. The star of My Fair Wedding built an empire designing events for the biggest names in the world. He gets into how an ugly decor comment launched his career, the J.Lo fragrance party that fell apart on arrival, bridezilla stories, Barbara Walters and Star Jones, pivoting the whole business when the world shut down, and why serving people always comes before the money. New episodes every week. Pour up.

Real estate power players Amanda Lynn and Kat Nova sit down with Joe. Selling Kanye's bunker for thirty million, what's real and what's staged on Selling Sunset, why deejaying became the ultimate lead funnel, building a personal brand that closes deals, the LA luxury market after the fires, and why collaboration beats competition. New episodes every week. Pour up.

Former world champion Victor Ortiz sits down with Joe. Abandoned at seven, living alone as a kid, foster care, the fight that sent him to juvie, and the woman who changed his life. Then the title shot he chased against everyone's advice, going back to work the next day as champion, the Stallone phone call he thought was a prank, the Mayweather press tour, and the faith that rebuilt him. New episodes every week. Pour up. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Gen Z creator and entrepreneur Asher Lara sits down with Joe. Dropping out to bet on social media, building 8 million subscribers, the real formula behind going viral, brand deals and building an agency, Pokemon and One Piece card investing, why personal brand beats a resume, and turning attention into a real business. New episodes every week. Pour up. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Wahoo's Fish Taco founder Wing Lam sits down with Joe after 38 years in the game. Buying Thrifty Ice Cream, why AI still can't replace hospitality, the trades comeback, launching brands on social media, referrals over everything, the mistakes that cost him a fortune, and why networking is the biggest opportunity most people miss. New episodes every week. Pour up. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Bravo star, top LA realtor, and serial entrepreneur Reza Farahan sits down with Joe. Nine seasons of reality TV, coming out to a Middle Eastern family, learning the hustle from an immigrant father, the Persian rug game, why haters are a scoreboard, and how he stacks assets instead of flexing. Real talk on money, authenticity, and building real wealth. New episodes every week. Pour up. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Real estate titans and life partners Wendy Davis and Cesar Martinez sit down with Joe. High school sweethearts turned business power couple, they get into building the Wendy Davis Group, going all in during the 2020 boom, servant leadership, the discipline behind winning, Tony Robbins, coaching and mentorship, and why your network is your net worth. New episodes every week. Pour up. Chapters: 00:00:48 Welcome 00:01:41 Morning Routines 00:05:17 The High School Sweethearts Story 00:10:34 Going All In on the Wendy Davis Group 00:11:40 The Risk of Starting Your Own Company 00:13:50 Where the

Comedian. Netflix star. Former lawyer. Tehran Von Ghasri sits down with Joe for one of the funniest, most layered conversations of the season. Growing up Black and Iranian, walking away from law for comedy, the immigrant grind, bombing on stage and learning from it, what makes Chappelle and Kevin Hart great, real estate and house hacking, and why your network builds your net worth. New episodes every week. Pour up. Chapters: 00:00:14 Welcome 00:02:10 The Comedian's Grind and Work Ethic 00:03:33 Growing Up Black and Iranian 00:05:52 Walking Away From Law for Comedy 00:09:00 Education as a

Former pro basketball player. Former CEO of Von Dutch. Serial entrepreneur. Joe Wallace sits down with Joe Shalaby and holds nothing back — the FBI story, buying a thousand foreclosed homes, building a sports agency, Von Miller's chicken brand, Galaxy marketplace, lessons from Magic Johnson, Kareem, and Floyd Mayweather, and why your network is your net worth. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Joe sits down with two powerhouses — mindset coach and bestselling author Natasha Graziano and personal brand architect Alisa Jacobs. They get into morning routines, scripting, the RMS method, building a brand before personal brand was even a thing, AI and human identity, feminine leadership, confidence, and what it really takes to show up in a male dominated space. New episodes every week. Pour up. Our Sponsors: * Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code COFFEEZ for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redc

Six time UFC world champion. Army veteran. Actor. Entrepreneur. Joe sits down with Randy "The Natural" Couture to hear the story behind the legend. The Army days, the Wild West era of UFC, dominating two weight classes, life after fighting, and the financial lessons most athletes learn too late. New episodes every week. Pour up. Our Sponsors: * Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code COFFEEZ for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with Tim Davis, the renowned vocal coach, singer, music director, and talent scout known for his work across major television, film, and music projects, including Glee. Tim has worked with some of the biggest names in entertainment and has spent his career helping singers develop, sharpen, and elevate their voices for the biggest stages in the world. This conversation goes beyond vocal technique. Joe and Tim talk about what separates talented singers from working professionals, how real talent is discovered, why opportunity is not always ob

In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with Ed Soares, President of Legacy Fighting Alliance (LFA) and one of the most respected figures in mixed martial arts. Ed has spent decades inside the fight game, from managing some of the biggest names in MMA to helping build the next generation of world-class fighters through LFA. Known for his work with legends like Anderson Silva, Lyoto Machida, and José Aldo, Ed has played a major role in shaping the careers of athletes who changed the sport forever. This conversation goes beyond the cage. Joe and Ed talk about loyalty, fighter devel

In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with Joe Spector, co-founder of Hims and founder of Dutch, to talk about building consumer healthcare brands that actually change people’s everyday lives. Joe shares how Hims started as an idea on a whiteboard and grew into a household name by making men’s wellness easier, more accessible, and less awkward to talk about. The conversation gets into the timing behind the opportunity, the rise of telemedicine, Viagra going generic, legal challenges in early digital healthcare, and what it takes to build a consumer brand in a category people ar

In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with architect and developer Kevin Kennon to talk about the future of building, carbon-negative design, and why architecture has to evolve with climate, technology, and humanity in mind. Kevin explains why the built environment is responsible for a major share of global greenhouse gas emissions, and how architects, developers, and builders are now being forced to rethink the way we design and construct the world around us. Through his work with Beyond Zero, Kevin is focused on developing wilderness hotels and resorts built around conservati

In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with Rogelio Goertzen II to talk about one of the most overlooked truths in business and life — execution. Rogelio shares his experience giving people clear direction, real opportunities, and step-by-step guidance… only to see most of them never follow through. No missing information. No confusion. Just a lack of action. But one person did execute. And that one moment shifted everything. This conversation breaks down the difference between knowing and doing, why most people stay stuck, and what it actually takes to move forward. Hosted by

Jenn Drummond interview, 7 Second Summits climber, extreme challenge mindset, overcoming fear story, resilience mindset, women achieving impossible goals. In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with Jenn Drummond, the first woman to climb the 7 Second Summits — the second-highest mountain on each continent. After surviving a life-threatening car accident, Jenn began reevaluating everything — priorities, purpose, and the limits she once believed were fixed. What followed became a journey defined by resilience, discipline, and choosing to pursue challenges that most people avoid.

In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with UFC fighter Giga Chikadze to talk about the discipline, resilience, and mindset required to compete at the highest level of professional fighting. Giga shares lessons from his journey through kickboxing and mixed martial arts, what it takes to stay focused under pressure, and how elite athletes handle setbacks, expectations, and constant challenges. The conversation explores the mental toughness needed to perform on the world stage, the sacrifices behind success, and the habits that separate great competitors from everyone else. Whethe

In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with Super Bowl 50 Champion Malik Jackson to talk about the transition from professional football into the next chapter of life. Malik shares what changes after the NFL, how discipline shaped his mindset, and why high performers continue finding ways to grow even after reaching the top of their field. The conversation explores lessons learned from competing at the highest level, adapting to new environments, and maintaining focus when the structure of professional sports is no longer there. Whether you're an entrepreneur, athlete, or profes

Dr. Samantha Harte shares how addiction recovery, trauma healing, and spiritual growth can transform pain into purpose. In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Dr. Samantha Harte explains how overcoming addiction, loss, and personal hardship led her to help others build pain-free bodies and purpose-driven lives. With a doctorate in physical therapy and 16 years of sobriety, Dr. Harte combines neuroscience, recovery principles, and spiritual growth strategies to help individuals overcome destructive patterns and live more intentionally. In this conversation with Joseph Shalaby, we discuss: • Ad

Atlas Bars founder James Oliver shares how he built a nutrition company from scratch after starting with a problem in his own diet. In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, James explains how a search for clean, real food protein bars led him to create his own product from his kitchen before traveling abroad. What began as a personal solution eventually became Atlas Bars, a brand focused on real food ingredients, high protein, and low sugar nutrition. In this conversation we discuss: • Why most protein bars are overly processed • Building a food startup from scratch • The challenge of scaling

Why does personal branding matter for real estate entrepreneurs? In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Shane Seo explains how visibility, credibility, and authority are becoming essential for investors and operators in today’s competitive real estate market. Shane shares how stepping into podcasts, media, and public conversations helps entrepreneurs build trust, create opportunities, and expand their influence beyond individual deals. In this conversation with host Joseph Shalaby, we cover: • Why personal branding matters in real estate today • The shift from deal maker to industry voice • H

Justin Colby built his career in real estate flipping and wholesaling — but he didn’t stop there. Today, he operates seven companies across real estate, tech, and entrepreneurship. In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Justin breaks down: • How he transitioned from flipping homes and wholesaling deals • Why he no longer wants to be known for just one strategy • What it takes to scale multiple businesses at once • The difference between doing deals and building companies • The mindset shift from operator to entrepreneur This conversation goes beyond tactics. It’s about identity, evolution

Offshore asset protection attorney Blake Harris explains how Cook Islands trusts protect entrepreneurs from lawsuits and legal risk. In this episode, we break down offshore trusts, asset protection strategies, crypto protection, and why high-net-worth individuals use international structures to shield wealth. Blake Harris is the founder of Blake Harris Law, a firm specializing exclusively in offshore asset protection trusts, including Cook Islands trusts, Nevis trusts, and international banking structures. His clients include entrepreneurs, investors, and business owners seeking legal protec

Jarek Tadla is a Polish-born real estate entrepreneur who built a multi-thousand-unit portfolio after arriving in America without speaking English. What began with washing dishes and flipping salvage cars evolved into a long-term buy-and-hold real estate empire spanning hundreds of properties. But behind the financial success came burnout, divorce, depression, and a near-suicidal breaking point that forced him to confront who he truly was. Today, Jarek speaks globally about presence, emotional intelligence, and the danger of chasing external validation while neglecting inner wealth. His missio

Most professionals try to blend in. Dr. Tyler Hales chose to stand out. In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with Tyler Hales, a cosmetic dentist who redefined what leadership, branding, and confidence look like in an industry most people fear — and rarely trust. From the bow tie and mullet to a fast-growing national reputation, Tyler didn’t build his brand by copying dental marketing playbooks. He built it by leaning into identity, craftsmanship, faith, and discipline. This conversation dives into: • Why personal branding changed the trajectory of his career • The lesson hi

Regenerative medicine is one of the fastest-growing areas in health and wellness — but it’s also one of the most misunderstood. In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with Seth Berge, founder of Regenerative Revival and Precision Biologics, to unpack how regenerative therapies are actually being delivered, regulated, and scaled across the United States. Seth is a lifelong entrepreneur who didn’t start in medicine — but found his purpose in building ethical, education-first models that help people explore alternatives to surgery, long-term pain management, and invasive procedures

Some businesses are built on hype. This one is built on trust. In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with Ben Beeri, founder of Golden State Memorabilia, one of the largest distributors of authenticated sports memorabilia in the world. Ben didn’t follow a traditional path. What started as a childhood passion — collecting autographs and sports cards — turned into a full-scale business built on integrity, patience, and authenticity in one of the most fraudulent industries out there. This conversation dives into: • Turning a passion into a real, sustainable business • Why authenti

Success tests your values more than failure ever will. In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with David D. Simons for an honest conversation about building a business — and a life — without losing who you are along the way. David shares what it actually looks like to lead with faith in modern business, not in slogans or surface-level talk, but in everyday decisions when no one’s watching. This episode explores: • What it means to build a faith-based brand without preaching • How to stay grounded when growth pressures you to compromise • Why character scales before revenue does

Most people think AI is about speed. Nimrod Vroman thinks it’s about structure, access, and truth. In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with Nimrod Vroman, founder of Ark Empowerment and For Posterity, two platforms rethinking how humans interact with professional services and legacy in the age of AI. Nimrod spent nearly two decades as a corporate lawyer before walking away to build something radically different — while navigating war, entrepreneurship, fatherhood, and risk all at once. This conversation goes deep into: • Why professional services are broken by design • How AI

Most conversations about education focus on systems. This one focuses on people. In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with Gary Surdam, an international educator, entrepreneur, and founder of Bright Start Ed-Tech and the Illoominate platform. Gary has spent decades inside classrooms, universities, and education systems around the world. But what shaped his mission most wasn’t policy or curriculum — it was watching how confidence, self-esteem, and connection determine whether a child actually succeeds. This conversation explores: • Why parents are still the most influential tea

In this powerful episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with Carlos Orellana — immigrant entrepreneur, fintech founder, and CEO building one of the most impactful financial platforms for the Latino community. Carlos didn’t grow up with privilege. He grew up with grit. From arriving in the U.S. as a child from El Salvador… to serving in the Air Force… to working through the early days of mortgage tech and fintech disruption — Carlos has lived every phase of the American grind. This conversation goes deep into: • Why most financial institutions completely misunderstand Latino culture • Th

This episode isn’t about politics. It’s about calling, conviction, and staying in the fight when nobody believes in you. Senator Steven Choi came to America with $50, an accent, and zero guarantees. Years later, he became the first Republican in 44 years to defeat a sitting Democratic Senator in California — with almost no party support and a fraction of the money. In this deeply personal episode of Coffeez for Closers, we talk about: • Losing elections — and realizing defeat was the setup • Faith when the math doesn’t make sense • Why comfort is the enemy of calling • Being rejected by your o

In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with Andy Oliva, Founder & CEO of Lucky Day Labs — a creative AI agency helping companies navigate one of the biggest shifts of our lifetime. This isn’t an AI hype conversation. It’s a grounded, honest discussion about where technology is actually headed — and how humans fit into the future. Andy breaks down: - Why AI isn’t here to replace people — but to free them - How businesses should adopt AI without losing culture, trust, or soul - The real risk behind chasing every new AI tool - Why creativity, judgment, and leadership still matter m

One of the most important conversations we’ve ever had on Coffeez. Bill Inman isn’t just a data guy — he’s the man who’s been shaping how the industry thinks for more than three decades. Real estate cycles, valuation models, risk, trends, the real drivers behind the market… Bill has seen it all before everyone else. He built companies before the space had a name. He predicted shifts most people only understood years later. And he’s still operating with the sharpness of someone who refuses to coast. This episode isn’t loud. It’s precise. It’s the kind of conversation you listen to twice — espec

What happens when a Wharton MBA tears up his diploma on camera… and hands the keys to a new company to an 18-year-old with zero business experience? You get the Anti-MBA movement — and the birth of One on One Media. In today’s episode, Joe sits down with David R. Guttman, serial founder, investor, and servant-leadership advocate… and Anna Prudchenko, the 18-year-old who went from summer intern to CEO in just three weeks. This episode challenges everything you’ve been taught about education, leadership, career paths, and what it really takes to build something meaningful. If you have kids… if y

In this episode, Joe sits down with Kurt Avery, founder of Sawyer Products — the company saving millions of lives through clean water and humanitarian innovation. What started with a simple first aid product has grown into a global mission: providing life-changing water filtration to over 80 countries and partnering with 140 nonprofits around the world. From military-grade repellents to filters that cost just 30 cents per person to produce, Sawyer is reshaping what it means to build a business that gives more than it takes. Kurt shares the faith, strategy, and wisdom behind giving away over 90

In this episode, Joe sits down with Chené Micah Williams — known online as Pacemaker Chené — a 26-year-old trainer whose story is a literal heartbeat of faith and resilience. Born with a rare congenital heart condition, Chené received a pacemaker at just 16. What most would see as a setback became his greatest source of strength. Through his brand Pace Fitness, he’s built a movement that blends physical training with mental and spiritual health—showing others how to “pace” themselves through life’s toughest rounds. We talk faith, fitness, and finding purpose through pain. This conversation is

In this episode, Joe sits down with Setema Gali — former Super Bowl champion turned leadership coach and founder of Game Changer. Setema went from winning an NFL championship to losing it all — his cars, his home, even his Super Bowl ring — before rebuilding his life from the ground up. What started as door-to-door sales became a journey of faith, discipline, and redemption that now fuels his mission to help others do the same. We talk about overcoming failure, turning pain into power, and why the comeback is always stronger than the setback. Setema’s story is proof that faith and grit can reb

Joe sits down with Anton Krecic, founder and CEO of Seven Weeks Coffee — the faith-based brand turning your morning ritual into a mission. After learning that pregnancy centers receive little support despite being the front line for life, Anton started Seven Weeks Coffee with a radical model: donate 10% of every sale to pro-life clinics nationwide. In just two years, his startup has given over $600,000, funding ultrasounds, mentorship, and real help for women in crisis — all through a simple cup of coffee. We talk faith, entrepreneurship, stewardship, and the courage to build a business around

Stephen Scoggins went from sleeping in a borrowed car to building multiple 8-figure companies. But here's what most people don't tell you: he almost lost everything after the exit. In this episode, Stephen reveals the framework that took him from broke to 8-figures—and then taught him how to actually KEEP the money, the health, and the sanity. You'll discover: ✅ The exact mindset shift that separated him from other entrepreneurs (it's not motivation) ✅ How to scale without self-destructing (the "Lion & Lamb" principle) ✅ Why slowing down is your biggest competitive advantage in business ✅ The

In Ep 39, Joe sits down with Sugar Shane Mosley, one of the most electrifying fighters in boxing history—three-division world champion, Hall of Famer, and legend who’s faced everyone from De La Hoya and Mayweather to Pacquiao and Canelo. From picking up gloves at 9 years old to becoming one of the greatest pound-for-pound fighters in the world, Shane opens up about what it really takes to win—mentally, physically, and spiritually. He talks about training his son Shane Mosley Jr. (now fighting for a world title), how discipline shaped his career, why modern boxing has gone soft, and how the fig

In Ep 38, Joe sits down with Eddie Garcia (Founder & CEO) and Mark Dimas (President & Co-Founder) of Realty of America (ROA)—the fastest-growing brokerage in the nation, closing $2.5B and 7,000 homes in just 10 months. From humble beginnings to national domination, Eddie and Mark break down how they built a real estate company that’s scaling 8x faster than eXp did in its early years—all without outside investors or debt. They share how faith, culture, and servant leadership became their growth engine, the importance of “belly-to-belly” relationship building in a digital world, and how they tur

Joe sits down with Brendan Boyd, founder/CEO of Imperfect Action, to break down how entrepreneurs can turn a podcast into a profit center—without a giant audience. Brendan unpacks his Foundational Four (digital products, paid community, affiliate partners, VIP package), the Live Podcast model that converts on the spot, and how to build a podcast acquisition system (pod-closing) that brings in clients directly from the mic. You’ll learn how to package your show like a media business (LLC, EIN, business banking, funding), why a VIP package turns free guests into paid ones, how a paid community g

In this episode of Coffeez for Closers, Joe sits down with entrepreneur and philanthropist Doran Andry—a man who went from six kids in a one-bedroom apartment… to making $1M in passive income by age 30. Doran shares how mentors like Jim Rohn and Tony Robbins shaped his mindset, why success is more about who you become than what you achieve, and the power of designing your life with intention. He breaks down how to manage your state of mind, the role of visualization, and why fulfillment matters more than just money. From billion-dollar distribution deals to building schools in Thailand, Doran’