The WallStreetPapi Podcast

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Passionate about helping others LEVEL UP in the intersection of technology, business, fitness, mindset, and finance, as I navigate life's path of exponential growth.

  1. FEB 5

    Episode 47: Duke Law to $1.6B in Deals: Eric Pacifici (SMB Law Group) on M&A, AI, and Life

    Eric Pacifici has done $1.6 billion in lower middle market M&A deals since 2022, making SMB Law Group one of the top deal firms in the country by volume. He's worked at elite law firms like Kirkland & Ellis LLP and Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP, handling high-stakes transactions for clients such as Amazon. He's been selected five times as a "Rising Star" (2020, 2022–2025) by Super Lawyers for M&A, named "Ones to Watch" (2023-2025) by The Best Lawyers in America, and recognized in the 40 Under 40 by The Orlando Business Journal in 2024. He graduated from Duke University School of Law in 2015 and has over 150k followers on X.In this conversation, Eric broke down the $70 trillion wealth transfer happening from baby boomers to millennials and why it's not as easy as the internet makes it seem. We pulled back the curtain on what actually happens when you buy a small business: the J-curve, managing skeptical employees, navigating stakeholder politics, and why AI can't replace the human element of running a business.We talked about how he built SMB Law Group by actually listening to what clients wanted instead of pushing a product nobody needs, the realities of entrepreneurship through acquisition that nobody talks about, why certain niches will absolutely cook you if you're not the right fit, and some wild stories from the field (including one about a crew member that you won't believe).Eric also got real about his journey from a 2.5 high school GPA to Duke Law to Kirkland & Ellis and the life philosophy that's carried him through it all: "You have to wake up every day with unshakable confidence that everything's going to work out, but you have to get the f*ck after it."This is a masterclass on M&A, small business acquisition, and life.Find Eric: X @SMB_Attorney

    36 min

  2. JAN 29

    Episode 46: Rajat Soni, CFA (135K Followers): How to Retire Decades Earlier with Bitcoin (Without Ever Selling)

    Look, I'm going to be real with you.If you're still keeping all your money in a savings account or thinking the S&P 500 is going to get you to retirement on time, you need to hear this conversation.I sat down with Rajat Soni, a CFA (135,000 followers on X) who keeps having John Wick sent after him by the CFA Institute for saying Bitcoin is going to $1M, $10M, and eventually $100M. And honestly? After this conversation, I get why he's so convicted.We broke down the math on how $500/month into Bitcoin for 30 years could get you to $8.5M. We talked about why you don't actually have to wait 30 years to recognize that wealth. And we went deep on the strategy wealthy people have been using forever: buy assets, borrow against them, never sell.This isn't about getting rich quick! This is about understanding how the game actually works and why Bitcoin might be an asset that can't be debased, inflated, or confiscated.If you're someone trying to figure out how to hit $3-5M for retirement without working until you're 70, this is for you.No fluff. No guru BS. Just the real conversation about building generational wealth.Drop a comment and let me know what you think. Are you stacking Bitcoin or am I cooked for even considering this?Connect with Rajat Soni, CFA:X/Twitter: RajatSoniSubscribe to my weekly letter:https://www.wallstreetpapi.substack.comMake sure to LIKE the video and SUBSCRIBE here on Youtube.Disclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not financial advice. I'm not a financial advisor, and nothing shared here should be considered a recommendation specific to your situation. Always do your own research or consult with a licensed financial professional before making any investment decisions.

    50 min

  3. JAN 23

    Episode 45: $250k triplex to $60M AUM in 5 years | Real Estate God

    From $250k triplex to $60M AUM. NUTS!I just spoke to the legendary Real Estate God and the conversation is now live. With 140k followers on X (@TheRealEstateG6), followed by Jason Calacanis, Pomp, and the entire finance and startup world, he broke down how he went from a $2,500 first deal to a $60M portfolio and why everything you think you know about real estate is wrong.We covered why W-2 jobs are "cooked", the "create your own yacht" framework for networking that'll change how you think about relationships, his exact first deal structure with only $2,500 out of pocket, the buy vs rent math that'll completely shift your perspective, and how to actually get investors with zero track record.No BS. No get-rich-quick. Just 30 minutes of real, practical insight from someone who's actually done it. If you're ready to build wealth the hard way, lock the f*ck in.Connect with Real Estate God:X/Twitter: @TheRealEstateG6Subscribe to my weekly letter:https://www.wallstreetpapi.substack.comDisclaimer:This video is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not financial advice. I'm not a financial advisor, and nothing shared here should be considered a recommendation specific to your situation. Always do your own research or consult with a licensed financial professional before making any investment decisions.

    26 min

  4. JAN 22

    Episode 44: Making Local Businesses Great: Licensing, Manufacturing & the American Dream | William Fry

    Will Fry, CEO of American Operator, is on a mission to make local businesses great again. In this episode, we dive deep into why high-paying vocational jobs sit empty across America, how the licensing system is actively discouraging people from entering trades, the current state of manufacturing in the U.S., and the massive opportunity hiding in plain sight: 6 million retiring business owners looking for successors.Will breaks down the American Operator model how they acquire small businesses from retiring owners and partner with the next generation of proven operators to own and lead their piece of the American Dream. From $120K mechanic jobs nobody wants to the path toward owning 70% of a multi-million dollar business, this conversation is packed with actionable insights about the future of work and wealth in America.KEY TOPICS:Why licensing requirements (8 years to become a master plumber?!) are creating artificial labor shortagesManufacturing in America vs. offshoring critical infrastructureOwning a small businessCONNECT WITH WILL FRY:American Operator: https://www.americanoperator.comX/Twitter: @BuySellSMBSUBSCRIBE TO MY WEEKLY LETTER:https://www.wallstreetpapi.substack.comIf you found value in this episode, please like and subscribe to help more people discover alternative paths to building wealth and owning their future.#BusinessOwnership #Trades #Manufacturing #AmericanDream #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship

    31 min

  5. JAN 15

    Episode 43: Brian Feroldi: How to Analyze Stocks (The Only Guide You Need) | Brian Feroldi

    Brian Feroldi is insanely knowledgeable when it comes to investing and markets. World-class, no joke. With over 250K YouTube subscribers and 600K+ followers on X, there's a reason people want to listen in. In this episode, Brian breaks down stock investing so simply: you're just buying a business. That's it. He walks through how to use financial statements, uncover if a company is cooked via moat infultration, and identify the real drivers behind a business before you put a dollar in.What You'll Learn:→ The systematic approach to analyzing stocks → How to do real research like Buffett, Munger, and Bill Ackman→ Reading financial statements without needing a accounting or finance degree→ When to SELL a stock→ Finding company moats before Wall Street doesBrian's taken the best from every investing legend and every great investing book, and distilled it into a framework anyone can use. If there was ONE video to watch to actually understand how stocks work and how to invest intelligently this is it!CONNECT WITH BRIAN:YouTube: @brianferoldiX/Twitter: @BrianFeroldiConnect with me:Weekly letter on money & life. Podcast with entrepreneurs & investors. Ex-Wall Street Analyst.Email Letter: http://wallstreetpapi.substack.comLIKE & SUBSCRIBE!!!Disclaimer:This video is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not financial advice. I'm not a financial advisor, and nothing shared here should be considered a recommendation specific to your situation. Always do your own research or consult with a licensed financial professional before making any investment decisions.

    32 min

  6. JAN 14

    Episode 42: I Failed 1,000 Times. Then I Sold My Company for $30,000,000 | James Camp

    Man, this was one of those podcasts where I learned so much from a legend. James is the real deal and has a ton of lessons from his journey as an entrepreneur. From attending 5 different high schools, writing blogs at 15, selling a business at 19, working in clubs, living in Southeast Asia, to selling a business for $30M—his journey is inspiring as hell, and so is his wisdom. James Camp is a growth strategist and operator. He's scaled businesses from $50K to multi-millions, orchestrated 8-figure exits, and driven $25M+ in revenue across ventures. Absolute baller. Connect with James: Website: http://james.camp Email Letter: http://james.camp X: @JamesonCamp Connect with me: I break down investing without the BS. Weekly letter on money & life. Podcast with entrepreneurs & investors. Ex-Wall Street Analyst. Email Letter: http://wallstreetpapi.substack.com

    42 min

  7. 12/20/2025

    Episode 41: Build a Supercomputer Brain (1 of 200 Memory Grandmaster) | Ed Cooke

    When most people hear "Grandmaster," they think of Magnus Carlsen dominating chess. But grand mastery can be achieved in other fields too. With the human brain, memory is one of the most foundational elements to knowledge and information. In 2026, there are roughly only 200 grandmasters of memory. This elite title is awarded by the World Memory Sports Council to those who demonstrate extraordinary feats of recall under mortal kombat like competition conditions. To achieve this, one must enter the Hunger Games of memory and memorize 1,000 numbers within an hour, remember the order of 10 decks of playing cards (i.e., the sequence of 520 randomly shuffled cards) in another hour, then commit 52 cards to memory in two minutes. Ed is one of those 200 people. If that's not enough, Ed is one of the OGs from Tim Ferriss's book Tools of Titans.In this one, we tap into Ed's brain and figure out the cheat codes to unlocking our supercomputer brain and how it applies to business and life. I had some stuff click after this one, and I know you'll enjoy it too. If you love what Ed had to say, go check out his app MINDMAX Ed Cooke's latest venture, which is next-level, AI-native learning system that aims to unlock human potential using advanced cognitive techniques!!!! Make sure to like, comment, and subscribe on YouTube! Join the squad weekly letter. I break down investing, economics, wealth building, and building businesses. Without the BS. http://Wallstreetpapi.substack.com

    33 min

  8. 12/16/2025

    Episode 40: RIP Four Hour Work Week: The Blueprint to Hiring Top 1% Talent Overseas in 2026 | Jon Matzner

    Episode 40! I learned more about hiring in this 30-minute conversation than I did in 4 years of trying to build teams.Jon Matzner went from stopping weapons of mass destruction in the Middle East to helping founders build elite global teams. The guy's built and sold multiple businesses. He knows what actually works.Here's what we cover:→ RIP Four Hour Work Week - why Tim Ferriss's VA model is outdated→ How to avoid getting JV talent when hiring (I've been there, it sucks)→ Smart, hungry, coachable - the only 3 attributes that matter→ Why "different countries are like different musical instruments"→ How Jon's company placed 2,000 hires in 20 monthsIf you're stuck scaling because payroll is killing you, watch this.Connect with Jon:X: @MatznerJonNewsletter: https://lazyleverage.beehiiv.com/Company: https://saganpassport.com/

    23 min
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    WallStreet Papi
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    47
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