Episode Description Gregory Jesse Halpern joins Georgette Beck on the Junk to Jewels™ Podcast for one of the most extraordinary conversations the show has ever featured. Known by many as the “13 Lives Renaissance Man,” Greg has survived thirteen documented near-death experiences — beginning at age five — and emerged from each one with a radically transformed understanding of purpose, suffering, and the human spirit. In this conversation, Greg walks Georgette through his very first crossing as a child, the 2005 chlorine-gas incident that unlocked over 3,000 principles of universal wisdom in three days, and the mentors — Zig Ziglar, Earl Nightingale, and W. Clement Stone — who shaped how he processed it all. He shares the four pillars of his Formula 4 Protocol (health, happiness, abundance, and purpose), the practice of “positive affirmative” thinking, and how his story of brokenness became a lifelong mission of helping “the little guy” overcome impossible odds. The conversation closes with Georgette's signature questions — covering favorite books, scripture, mentors, and music — and a look ahead to Greg's upcoming 13 Lives series. Episode Highlights The near-death experience at age five that Greg believes he was “trying to check out” of How a 2005 accidental chlorine gas inhalation unlocked 3,000 principles of universal wisdom in three days The four pillars of the Formula 4 Protocol: health, happiness, abundance, and purpose Lessons from mentors Zig Ziglar, Earl Nightingale, and W. Clement Stone The “positive affirmative” framework for thought, feeling, speech, belief, and receiving Returning to competitive Judo in his 60s and reinventing his game after the sport changed A preview of the upcoming 13 Lives series About Gregory Halpern Gregory Jesse Halpern is an entrepreneur, inventor, author, martial artist, media personality, and the creator of the upcoming “13 Lives” series — based on his thirteen documented near-death experiences and the extraordinary journey that followed. Over the last five decades, Greg has been featured in more than 500 media appearances, pioneered breakthrough ventures in health technology and crowdfunding, competed at elite levels in international martial arts, and devoted much of his life to helping people overcome pain, limitation, fear, and adversity. Beyond the accomplishments, Greg's story is ultimately about transformation. Through unimaginable setbacks, spiritual awakenings, survival against impossible odds, and a lifelong search for deeper meaning, he has dedicated himself to uplifting others with messages of resilience, purpose, healing, faith, and human potential. Today, through his platforms, including Patriot Inner Circle and Formula 4 Protocol, Greg continues sharing wisdom, inspiration, and real-world strategies for building a stronger, healthier, and more purposeful life. Connect with Gregory Halpern Website: greghalpernvideo.com Formula 4 Protocol: formula4protocol.com Instagram: @itsthedopeshit Facebook: Gregory Jesse Halpern (search his name on Facebook) Chapters Timestamps below are estimated based on conversation flow, since the raw transcript does not include audio timing — please adjust once you have the edited episode in front of you. 00:00 Welcome and Introducing Gregory Halpern 02:15 Age Five: The First Near-Death Experience 07:30 The Car Accident and a Passionate Love for Good 10:00 The 2005 Chlorine Gas Experience 14:00 Suffering or Purpose? Holding Both Together 19:30 What Lies on the Other Side 22:00 Faith, God, and the Meaning of His Name 25:00 Mentored by Zig Ziglar, Earl Nightingale & W. Clement Stone 31:00 Judo, Reinvention, and Staying Grounded 36:00 The Formula 4 Protocol: Health, Happiness, Abundance, Purpose 44:00 The Positive Affirmative and Manifestation 50:00 Junk to Jewels Moments and Life Lessons 55:00 The 13 Lives Series and What's Next 58:00 Closing Questions: Books, Scripture, Mentors, Music 1:05:00 Final Thoughts and Where to Find Greg Closing Questions & Answers (Quick Reference) Favorite book: Deprenyl: The Anti-Aging Drug Favorite quote/affirmation: The Serenity Prayer, and his own: “Be patient, or you'll become a patient.” Mentor who impacted his life: Bruce Lee (spiritually) — plus Zig Ziglar, Earl Nightingale, and W. Clement Stone Café chat, past or present: Bruce Lee Message to someone going through a hard season: Focus on the positive affirmative — think it, feel it, speak it, believe it, and receive it Favorite music: Loves nearly every genre; Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon is a favorite, alongside Mozart and Beethoven Georgette Beck Georgette Beck is host of the Junk to Jewels™ Podcast, award-winning author of Junk to Jewels: A Journey from Brokenness & Despair to Beauty & Delight (International Impact Book Awards winner, Inspirational/Transformational category, and Semi-Finalist in the 2025 Royal Palm Literary Award Competition with the Florida Writers Association), Realtor at Beach Front Becks, and Founder & President of Bella Healing Hearts Foundation, supporting single-parent families through mentorship, education, and scholarships. Book: a.co/d/0etqV85U Instagram: @georgette.beck Facebook: Georgette Beck Writer LinkedIn: Georgette Beck Twitter/X: @GeorgetteMBeck TikTok: @georgette2038 YouTube: @georgettebeck9168 "Subscribe, share, and leave a review — it means the world!"
