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Join Bo DePaoli on "Raw and Relentless," where raw conversations meet relentless pursuit of truth. Dive deep into the worlds of business, investment, fitness, and more with industry leaders, savvy entrepreneurs, and fitness experts. This podcast is your go-to resource for uncovering the unfiltered truths and practical insights that can drive success in every aspect of life. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned investor, or someone passionate about personal growth, "Raw and Relentless" offers the candid stories and expert advice you need to thrive. Tune in and discover how to navigate the challenges, seize the opportunities, and stay relentless in your pursuit of excellence.

  1. 5d ago

    An MIT Physicist Explains Why Reality Is Stranger Than You Think

    Episode 107: In this episode of Raw & Relentless, Bo DePaoli sits down with MIT-trained physicist and longtime professor Stan Zygmunt for a fascinating conversation about quantum physics, science, and the nature of reality. Stan breaks down some of the most mind-bending concepts in physics, including the double-slit experiment, wave-particle duality, quantum mechanics, and the strange behavior of matter at the smallest scales. They explore why particles don't always behave the way we expect, what happens when we attempt to measure them, and why quantum physics continues to challenge our understanding of how the universe actually works. Stan also shares his journey from being fascinated by science as a kid to studying physics and materials science at MIT, eventually building a career spanning nearly four decades of teaching and research. In this episode: ●      Why the double-slit experiment is so mind-bending ●      Quantum physics and the strange behavior of matter ●      Why particles can behave like waves ●      What measurement means in quantum mechanics ●      What physics can actually tell us about reality ●      Stan's journey from MIT to nearly 40 years of teaching and research If quantum physics, the double-slitexperiment, or the mysteries of our universe have ever fascinated you, this is an episode you don't want to miss. Connect with Stan! Website: valpo.edu/physics Instagram: @valpo_phys_astro

    An MIT Physicist Explains Why Reality Is Stranger Than You Think

  2. Aug 12

    The Future of Work: AI, Leadership & the Skills That Actually Matter

    Episode 106: What does it actually take to scale abusiness, build great teams, and stay valuable in the age of AI? In this episode of Raw &Relentless, Bo DePaoli sits down with corporate executive, speaker, andauthor Victoria Pelletier to break down leadership, hiring, businessgrowth, and how AI is changing the workforce. Victoria became an executive at just 24years old and has spent her career leading large-scale business and technologytransformations. She explains why entrepreneurs become their own biggestbottlenecks, why real-world experience can beat credentials, and why humanskills may become even more valuable as AI advances. In this episode: • How to hire the right people to scaleyour business• Why entrepreneurs become their own biggest bottleneck• How Victoria became an executive at 24• Why confidence is often mistaken for competence• Why experience can matter more than a college degree• The biggest mistake companies are making with AI• Why 70% of AI's value comes from people and process• How AI can help small businesses scale with leaner teams• The human skills AI can't replace   Connect with Victoria: Website: victoria-pelletier.com Instagram: victoria_pelletier_unstoppable

    The Future of Work: AI, Leadership & the Skills That Actually Matter

  3. Aug 5

    From Pastor to FBI: The Criminals That Changed My Faith

    Episode 105: How does someone go from preaching sermons every Sunday to spending 24 years hunting some of America's most dangerous criminals? In this episode of Raw & Relentless, Bo DePaoli sits down with retired FBI Special Agent Eric Robinson, whose career path is unlike anything you've heard before. After serving as a Baptist pastor, Eric joined the FBI, where he investigated drug cartels, organized crime, terrorism, financial crimes, child exploitation, and public corruption while also serving 15 years on the FBI SWAT team. Eric shares incredible behind-the-scenes stories from his career, explains how his background in ministry made him abetter interrogator, and opens up about the realities of evil, faith, and human nature after decades of investigating the worst criminals in America. They also discuss organized crime, terrorism, interrogation techniques, the Epstein files, retirement from theFBI, and Eric's new book, Irreverend: From Saving Souls to Chasing Sinners in the FBI. • Why Eric left the ministry for the FBI • Working drug cartels, terrorists, andorganized crime • Child exploitation investigations and theemotional toll • What the media gets wrong about the FBI • Why some criminals actually thanked him forarresting them If you're fascinated by law enforcement,psychology, leadership, or the realities of crime, this is an episode you won'tforget. Connect with Eric! Instagram: _eric_robinson Website: preachertobreacher.com In this episode:

    From Pastor to FBI: The Criminals That Changed My Faith

  4. Jul 29

    Don't Start a Business Until You Hear This

    Episode 104: Is buying a franchise one of the smartestways to become a business owner—or one of the fastest ways to lose money? In this episode of Raw & Relentless, Bo DePaoli sits down with franchise consultant Adam Goldman, who has spent nearly two decades helping entrepreneurs, executives, and investors find the right franchise opportunities. Adam explains why franchising is far morethan buying a recognizable brand. He breaks down how successful franchiseowners think, the industries growing the fastest, how much capital you actuallyneed to get started, financing options available today, and why choosing theright business is often more important than choosing the most popular one. Whether you're considering leaving yourcorporate job, investing in a recession-resistant business, or simply curiousabout how franchises really work, this episode delivers a behind-the-sceneslook at an industry most people never fully understand. • How franchise matchmaking actuallyworks• The fastest-growing franchise industries today• Why health & wellness and senior services are exploding• Typical startup costs and financing options• The biggest mistakes first-time franchise buyers make• Why systems and culture matter more than brand recognition• How to evaluate whether franchising is right for you If you've ever thought about owning abusiness but didn't want to start from zero, this conversation is amust-listen. Connect with Adam!   Website: franchisecoach.net   Instagram: franchisecoach_adam

    Don't Start a Business Until You Hear This

  5. Jul 22

    From Stealing Food to $450 Million in Business

    Episode 103: From stealing food just to survive… tobuilding over $450 million in businesses. Jerry Brazie's story is unlike anything we've featured on Raw & Relentless. Before becoming a successful entrepreneur, Jerry grew up as one of nine children in extreme poverty. He stole food at eight years old just to eat, lost his vision in one eye, lived with heroin addicts and prostitutes, survived being stabbed, and refused to let his circumstances define his future. Today, Jerry has built, bought, and sold businesses generating more than $450 million in revenue, survived heart disease, lost 100 pounds, and now helps entrepreneurs build companies and lives that last. In this episode, we cover: ●      Building businesses from nothing ●      Buying, scaling, and selling companies ●      Cash flow, leadership, and entrepreneurship ●      Health, discipline, and legacy If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another entrepreneur. 🌐 Website: kronosgroup.org 📱 Instagram: jerrybrazie Connect with Jerry

    From Stealing Food to $450 Million in Business

  6. Jul 15

    Leadership, Discipline, and Life Lessons from a SEAL

    Episode 102: Tom Hruby, ex-Navy SEAL and entrepreneur, joins Bo DePaoli to share the mindset, strategies, and operational insights that helped him build a high-performing team and a successful business in tactical services. Drawing from his experience in leadership, security, and tactical operations, Tom discusses the principles that drive results under pressure and how these lessons translate to business, personal growth, and effective decision-making. In this episode, you’ll learn:• How to build trust, accountability, and culture in high-stakes environments• Strategies for leading teams under pressure without losing focus• How tactical principles apply to business decision-making and growth• Overcoming challenges and turning obstacles into opportunities• Lessons from military-style operations that can enhance personal and professional performance Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a leader, or someone looking to develop resilience and tactical thinking, this episodeoffers actionable insights that can be applied immediately to improve outcomes, enhance team performance, and think strategically in any high-pressure scenario. Connect with Tom Hruby!Instagram: @thruby33Website: tactical16.com

    Leadership, Discipline, and Life Lessons from a SEAL

  7. Jul 8

    How Blockchain is Transforming Equity and Private Investments

    Episode 101: Joris Delanoue, CEO and co-founder of Fairmint,joins Bo DePaoli to discuss how blockchain technology is revolutionizing equity, private investments, and capital formation. From inefficient, paper-based systems to fully programmable on-chain assets, Joris explains howfounders, investors, and employees can access liquidity faster, cheaper, and with greater transparency. In this episode, you’ll learn:• How blockchain creates a unique, trustworthy source of equity ownership• The concept of programmable equity and its advantages over traditional cap tables• Why private companies are adopting blockchain to speed capital formation• How Fairmint’s on-chain transfer agent model works with U.S. and international regulations• How AI and automation are simplifying complex equity management• The global implications of a standardized, programmable approach to investing• Lessons for founders who want to scale and modernize their investor relations Whether you’re a founder, investor, or just curious about the future of finance, this episode provides a front-row seat to how technology is reshaping capital markets. Connect with Joris Delanoue:Website: fairmint.comLinkedIn: Joris Delanoue

    How Blockchain is Transforming Equity and Private Investments

  8. Jul 1

    How Cops Intercept Millions in Contraband

    Episode 100! Step inside the world of law enforcement with Kenny “Red Ninja,” a 19-year veteran of the Indiana police force. From high-stakes highway interdiction to organized retail crime and narcotics trafficking, Kenny reveals how law enforcement stops contraband in its tracks.In this episode, you’ll learn:• How criminals operate on major interstate highways• The psychology and techniques used to intercept contraband• Why some crimes are underreported and under-prosecuted• The challenges of managing law enforcement operations• Lessons from decades of training cops across the countryThis episode is perfect for anyone curious about real-world policing, strategy, and the hidden challenges of law enforcement.Connect with Kenny!Instagram: @red_ninja111Website: justiceacademytraining.com

    How Cops Intercept Millions in Contraband
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Join Bo DePaoli on "Raw and Relentless," where raw conversations meet relentless pursuit of truth. Dive deep into the worlds of business, investment, fitness, and more with industry leaders, savvy entrepreneurs, and fitness experts. This podcast is your go-to resource for uncovering the unfiltered truths and practical insights that can drive success in every aspect of life. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned investor, or someone passionate about personal growth, "Raw and Relentless" offers the candid stories and expert advice you need to thrive. Tune in and discover how to navigate the challenges, seize the opportunities, and stay relentless in your pursuit of excellence.

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