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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. 20h ago

    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

  2. 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

  3. 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

  4. 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

  5. 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

  6. Jun 24

    Raising Capable Kids in a Frictionless World

    Episode 99: Melissa Smith, expert in organizationalperformance and author of The Capable and Checked Out, joins Bo DePaolito discuss how modern parenting—especially post-COVID—has inadvertently removedthe friction that builds resilience, motivation, and accountability inchildren. Drawing from her work with families, schools, and organizations,Melissa explains the difference between chores and responsibilities, the roleof natural consequences, and how to help children develop real-world skillsthat translate into confidence and independence. Key takeaways include:• Why friction and small challenges are essential for building resilience• How overprotective parenting can create dependency rather than capability• Differentiating chores from true responsibility• The role of environment in shaping motivation• Teaching children the value of ownership and accountability• Practical strategies for parents to prepare kids for adulthood• How exposure to diverse role models influences aspirations• Lessons that carry from childhood to workplace success This episode is essential for parents,educators, and leaders who want to cultivate capable, self-reliant childrenready to succeed in life and work. Connect with Melissa: Melissa@generationaldrive.comGenerationaldrive.cominstagram.com/generationaldrive

    Raising Capable Kids in a Frictionless World

  7. Jun 17

    How to Use GLP-1s Without Side Effects

    Episode 98: Dr. Ian Justl Ellis, a weight managementexpert, joins Bo DePaoli to reveal the science, secrets, and strategies behindGLP-1 medications. In this episode, you’ll learn how improper dosing can leadto severe side effects, why many patients struggle despite using these powerfulmedications, and how a level-based dosing approach can double effectivenesswhile reducing discomfort. Key takeaways include:• Why starting doses of GLP-1 drugs can backfire and create side effects• How to find the “sweet spot” for appetite suppression without overdoing it• The science behind receptor binding and why more medication isn’t alwaysbetter• Real-world results: Patients losing weight faster with less drug• Practical strategies to maximize fat loss while maintaining protein andnutrient intake• How intelligent dosing can prevent quitting and improve patient outcomes This episode is essential for anyoneusing GLP-1s or curious about medical weight management strategies that worksafely and effectively. Connect with Dr. Ian Justl Ellis!Instagram: @voafitmdWebsite: voafit.com

    How to Use GLP-1s Without Side Effects

  8. Jun 10

    Why Socialism Struggles: Economics Explained

    Episode 97: Dr. Doug Cardell, economist and author ofWhy Socialism Struggles, joins Bo DePaoli to unpack the realities of economic systems, capitalism, and socialism. Drawing from decades of research and practical experience, Dr. Cardell explains why utopian economic models fail and how real-world incentives shape wealth, value creation, and society. Key takeaways include:• Why predicting a socialist economy is impossible• How government inefficiency and bureaucracy hinder economic progress• The difference between self-interest, selfishness, and value creation• How capitalism grows the pie, improving living standards over centuries• Debunking myths about billionaires and taxation• Lessons from history, NASA, SpaceX, and Amazon on risk and innovation• Practical advice for individuals to create value in today’s economy This episode is essential for anyone curious about how economies function, wealth is generated, and why some systems fail while others thrive. Connect with Dr. Doug Cardell:Website: dougcardell.com

    Why Socialism Struggles: Economics Explained
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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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