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Bernd Skorupinski is the FTMO All-Time Record Holder and top-ranked trader at the world’s largest forex prop firm, having dominated their leaderboard over 120 times. With 11+ years as a full-time multi-asset trader, $4M+ under management, and a verified track record of accurately calling major market moves, Bernd is the CEO of Online Trading Campus—a licensed investment consultancy helping traders escape the 99% who lose and join the elite 1% who consistently win.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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➡️ Talking Points

00:00 – Intro

01:35 – What Successful Traders Really Focus On

03:03 – The Rise of Day Trading

08:00 – Becoming a Trader

14:06 – The Harsh Truth About Trading

24:20 – Why Bernd Stands Out

27:25 – Beginner Trading Advice

34:07 – Sponsor Break

36:51 – Swing Trading Explained

43:15 – What People Actually Trade

53:18 – Trading Myths Debunked

57:01 – Market Outlook for 2026

1:12:00 – Sponsor Break

1:14:31 – The Trader’s Blueprint

1:15:29 – AI & Algo Trading: Bernd’s Take

1:18:09 – “Set and Forget” Trading Philosophy

1:23:48 – Passion Comes After Skill

1:30:30 – Realistic Expectations for New Traders

1:39:45 – The #1 Mistake Traders Make

1:41:24 – Advice to a 20-Year-Old Bernd

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In this "Lessons" episode, John Assaraf, founder of NeuroGym, breaks down how real transformation begins with mastering the fundamental skills that support long-term growth. He explains why deliberate practice, structured routines, and aligned values form the foundation for any meaningful goal, and how fear—often misunderstood—can actually serve as a guide toward clarity and progress. John also explores the science behind emotional control and mental focus, revealing how understanding our subconscious responses can help us take smarter, more intentional action. Through practical examples and mindset tools, he shows how anyone can build the inner framework needed to move beyond limitations and grow with purpose.

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In this "Lessons" episode, Evan Sohn, CEO of Recruiter.com, breaks down why traditional hiring models are failing in today’s fast-moving, post-COVID workforce. He explains how on-demand recruiting, subscription-based talent solutions, and gig-economy principles are reshaping the way companies find and keep top performers. Evan also highlights how video screening, curated talent pools, and modern assessment tools create faster, more accurate hiring decisions—ultimately helping businesses build stronger teams with less friction and lower costs.

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Darren Prince is an American sports and celebrity agent who built a multi-million-dollar empire representing icons like Magic Johnson, Muhammad Ali, Hulk Hogan, and Charlie Sheen—after starting his first company at 14 and selling it for a million bucks by 20. Behind the success, he battled a 24-year opioid addiction that nearly destroyed him, even while orchestrating the legendary 2002 reconciliation between Ali and Joe Frazier, two of boxing's greatest rivals. Now over 17 years sober, he's become a fierce advocate for recovery, speaking globally about mental health and addiction while running the Aiming High Foundation, where 100% of proceeds fund treatment for those fighting the same demons he conquered.

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➡️ Talking Points

00:00 – Intro

01:27 – “Best Version of My Messed-Up Self”

03:18 – The Dark Side of Early Success

11:53 – Obsession: Gift and Curse

14:44 – Chasing Money Young — and Losing It

18:56 – Sponsor Break

21:43 – Surviving Life’s Early Collisions

32:40 – How the 12 Steps Rebuilt Him

40:27 – Why We Turn to Substances

45:09 – Sponsor Break

47:39 – Why the Successful Must Give Back

51:08 – “The Opposite of Addiction Is Connection.”

55:57 – The Danger of Isolation

1:07:51 – Childhood Trauma’s Lifelong Impact

1:13:02 – His Final Message to Anyone Struggling

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In this "Lessons" episode, Natasha Graziano, the #1 female motivational speaker under 40, breaks down the mindset, habits, and neuroscience behind building a powerful personal brand from the ground up. She shares how trust, value, and consistent visibility matter more than follower count, and why credibility grows through association and social proof. Natasha explains how to monetize at any stage, the importance of leading with value, and how the law of reciprocity unlocks opportunities. She also dives into the science behind intention, rewiring the subconscious mind, and the daily practices that transform goals into tangible growth.

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In this "Lessons" episode, Jorge Contreras, Harvard Law professor and leading voice in genetics law, breaks down the complex battle over who can own the building blocks of human life. He explains how isolated DNA sequences were once treated as patentable inventions, why this granted corporations sweeping control over research, diagnostics, and future medical breakthroughs, and how legal challenges eventually pushed back against the idea of owning human genes. Through clear examples and historical context, he reveals how the fight over BRCA patents reshaped scientific innovation, patient access, and the limits of intellectual property in modern biology.

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Vishal Virani is a serial entrepreneur and AI product innovator who co-founded Rocket.new (formerly DhiWise), scaling it to 400,000+ users across 180 countries and $4.5M ARR in just 16 weeks—attracting a $15M seed round from Salesforce Ventures, Accel, and Together Fund. Operating from Surat, India, his vibe-coding platform has generated 500,000+ applications and serves users from Meta, PayPal, KPMG, and PwC. Previously, he won Product Hunt's Golden Kitty Award for Best Developer Tool and built a 40,000+ developer community around DhiWise.

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➡️ Talking Points

00:00 – Intro

01:23 – Why Vishal Chose Tech

04:45 – Building in Surat Anyway

12:03 – Pushing Through the Unknown

18:49 – When to Jump Into Entrepreneurship

26:22 – Sponsor Break

29:10 – Consumption vs. Application

32:54 – What Rocket Really Solves

42:26 – The First Demo Obsession

47:46 – Is Rocket Slow on Purpose?

50:53 – Speed vs. Depth in AI

56:59 – Sponsor Break

59:30 – Why AI Doesn’t Reduce Mental Load

1:01:49 – Is AI Replacing Humans?

1:07:18 – The Future Software Team

1:10:48 – Where Hallucinations Start

1:14:41 – AI One Year From Now

1:16:21 – Rocket: Luck or Hard Work?

1:18:07 – What Sustainable Business Really Means

1:19:46 – A Beginner’s Mental Model

1:22:56 – Advice to My 20-Year-Old Self