Mind Soak

Samuel Dignan
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Mind Soak is a podcast for the curious. Curving your perspectives with others' information.   Hosted by Samuel Dignan, each episode dives deep into conversations with people who have overcome, created, and evolved. From entrepreneurs and athletes to thinkers and adventurers, we unpack the struggles, lessons, and mindset shifts that shaped them. This podcast is about absorbing wisdom — soaking it all in — and sharing insights that can help you grow mentally, emotionally, and personally. Whether you're chasing clarity, building something meaningful, or just love hearing how others do what they do, you're in the right place. 🧠 Stay curious. Soak it in.

  1. JAN 13

    #17 - Floris Van Vleuten - The Google Ads Millionaire How He Scaled to 80 Clients Worldwide

    Floris has driven over 37 million dollars in Google Ads revenue, and his story proves what happens when you commit, stay curious, and build real skills over time. In this episode, we go deep on how he built a global agency from scratch, scaled to 80 clients worldwide, and mastered one of the most profitable skill sets online. We break down how Google Ads actually work, why communication and clarity matter more than hype, and the key mindset shifts that turned him from a dropout to a 7-figure entrepreneur. You’ll learn: How to start a digital marketing agency from zero What Google Ads really are and how to use them How to hire and build a global team The 90-day roadmap system Floris uses with all clients Why clarity is the secret to retention and long-term success How AI will reshape marketing in the next few years If you’ve ever wanted to escape the 9-5, learn marketing that works, and create freedom through focus, this episode is for you. Subscribe to the channel for more real conversations on business, mindset, and modern freedom. Time Stamps: 00:00 Intro and how Floris generated over 37M through Google Ads 04:23 From saying yes to everything to building a real agency 08:05 How Floris qualifies clients using data and proof 11:19 What Google Ads actually are and how they work 15:22 What’s next: info products, education, and filtering clients 19:09 Why community is the future of agencies 23:56 Building an ecosystem instead of doing everything yourself 27:17 Freedom, location independence, and long-term thinking 30:11 Client success, retention, and communication frameworks 33:06 The 90 day roadmap and clarity with clients 36:52 Business fundamentals before scaling with ads 40:11 Google Ads vs social media ads and buyer intent 44:43 AI, search, and the future of Google Ads 49:29 Personal branding, trust, and standing out in a noisy world 54:05 Final reflections and closing thoughts

    54 min

  2. 11/27/2025

    #16 - Dr Anaïs - Why She Walked Away From Western Medicine

    Meet Dr Anaïs. German trained medical doctor who worked in large hospitals in Germany and Switzerland. She now helps clients heal fatigue, gut issues, and hormone problems with a mind body soul approach that blends clinical labs with nervous system work, nutrition, and energy practices. We dig into root cause thinking, ceremonial cacao, grounding, blood sugar, morning and night routines, women’s cycles, supplements that actually help, stool testing, and why basics beat biohacking What you will learn • How to shift from symptom chasing to root cause thinking • A simple morning routine that raises energy without coffee • The gut and hormone mistakes that create bloating and fatigue • The truth about carbs at dinner and blood sugar stability • When lab work and stool tests matter • Parasites and why basics come first • How women can regulate cycles with food, stress tools, and sleep Chapters 00:00 Welcome and Anaïs backstory 02:27 The doctor who told her to live with it 03:52 From symptoms to root cause 05:27 Getting in tune with your body 06:33 What a cacao ceremony actually is 08:54 Placebo or real benefits 09:32 Western meds and where they fit 11:26 Leaving the hospital for holistic care 13:14 Why Bali unlocked her practice 15:00 Common client issues fatigue gut and hormones 16:01 Bloating is not normal 16:42 Gluten dairy and inflammation 18:28 Enzymes probiotics and fermented foods 19:31 Nervous system regulation and routines 23:38 Night routine blue light and early dinner 25:51 Carbs at dinner for better sleep 27:05 Protein fat and carb order for meals 30:12 Women’s cycles stress and tapping 33:14 Food vs supplements the honest take 35:14 Her baseline supplements magnesium omega 3 amino acids 36:02 Blood work and stool tests made simple 38:02 Parasites basics before protocols 40:08 A model day from wake to sunset 43:36 Sitting with yourself and journaling 47:07 Vegan lessons butter hormones and cycle health 51:07 Fast food cravings and fullness 53:23 Eat slower and digest better 54:06 How she works with clients eight week container

    57 min

  3. 11/11/2025

    #15 - Tristan Yoder - The Confidence Formula That Changed His Life

    Tristan Yoder, known online as @tristansocial, went from felony drug charges to becoming a confidence coach with over one million followers. In this episode, we unpack how a man can rebuild everything from nothing — discipline, confidence, and purpose. You’ll learn: How Tristan turned a felony arrest into a complete life transformationThe truth about fear, rejection, and why approaching women mattersHis 5-stage system for dating success built from business principlesThe reality of dating culture in BaliHow he grew from 40K to over 1M followers using POV glassesWhy confidence is an area, not a traitHow to handle hate and stay authentic onlineThis one hits deep. From felon to coach, this is Tristan’s story of ownership, self-worth, and transformation. 🎙️ Listen on all platforms → Mind Soak Podcast 📍 Follow Tristan: @tristansocial 📍 Follow Sam: @mindsoakpodcast & @Samuel_dignan  TIMESTAMPS 00:00 From felony charges to confidence coaching 01:30 The arrest story 03:00 Turning chaos into purpose 05:10 How sales became his gateway 06:00 Building confidence through coaching 08:30 The fear of approaching women 10:30 Dating culture in Bali 12:00 The 5-stage system for dating success 18:00 Turning dating into data 21:00 Growing from 40K to 1M followers 25:00 The power of POV glasses 27:00 How he monetized his brand 30:00 His mission for global literacy 33:00 Dealing with hate and staying consistent 38:00 The Australian tall poppy syndrome 42:00 Three daily habits to build confidence

    47 min

  4. 10/28/2025

    #14 - Damien Schechter - Why Comfort Is the Real Killer

    Damian Schechter, known as Damian the All-Rounder, has lived through every extreme. From bodybuilding and steroids to finishing an Ironman, his story is about discipline, heartbreak, and rebuilding from nothing. This episode dives deep into identity, ego, and the pain that shapes growth. Damian shares how he turned validation into purpose, how heartbreak became his teacher, and what it truly means to evolve as a man. If you have ever felt stuck, lost, or like you are starting over, this one is for you. In this episode: How bodybuilding shaped Damian’s early mindsetThe dark side of chasing validationRebuilding identity after heartbreakFrom bodybuilder to IronmanWhy comfort is the real killerHow to create discipline when motivation diesLetting go of friends to growThe mindset behind evolution and purpose🎧 Listen to the full Mind Soak Podcast on: Spotify | Apple | YouTube Follow Damian: Instagram – @damian_theallrounder Follow Mind Soak: Instagram – @mindsoakpodcast Host – @Samuel_dignan Timestamps 00:00 Intro and Damian’s story 02:30 Training with his dad and falling in love with bodybuilding 05:45 The pressure and ego of competition 10:20 Steroid use and the cost of validation 16:00 Why he left bodybuilding behind 20:50 Hitting rock bottom and losing identity 24:30 How heartbreak became the turning point 29:15 The start of Ironman training 34:00 What pain teaches you about growth 39:10 The truth about motivation versus discipline 44:25 Letting go of old friendships 48:10 The importance of solitude and reflection 52:00 Why men struggle to talk about emotions 56:15 How he rebuilt confidence from nothing 01:02:00 Hybrid training and finding balance again 01:09:00 The routines and habits that changed everything 01:15:30 What real evolution looks like 01:20:00 Lessons from Ironman and life after ego 01:25:00 Final message to anyone starting over

    1h 35m

  5. 10/14/2025

    #13 - Tekla Toppings - The Future of Work: AI, Freedom, and the Death of 9-to-5

    The 9 to 5 is dying, and AI is speeding up the change. In this episode, Tekla Toppings breaks down how AI and remote work are transforming the way we build careers. From traditional office jobs disappearing to startups hiring globally, the world of work has completely shifted. You’ll learn how to future-proof your career, use AI tools without being technical, and take your skills global whether you’re looking for more freedom, flexibility, or just want to stay ahead of the curve. We cover: • Why traditional careers no longer exist • How to use AI to work smarter, not harder • Finding global jobs and remote startup roles • The truth about university degrees in an AI world • How environment and community shape success Tekla’s mission is to help 5,000 people transition to AI-ready, remote careers, and this conversation might just inspire you to do the same. 🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts 📺 Watch more episodes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wpqGkTJS6Io&list=PLzYbMNvjdryG1D5K026ZjEA0FRP7rODRv 🔗Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/samuel_dignan/ 🔗 Follow Tekla: https://www.instagram.com/teklatoppings/ 🔗 Follow Mind Soak: https://www.instagram.com/mindsoakpodcast/ ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 How the pandemic changed careers forever 02:00 Why traditional jobs are disappearing fast 04:00 How AI is disrupting every industry 06:00 Companies replacing 10 employees with 2 using AI 08:00 Why learning AI is now non negotiable 10:00 How to use AI even if you’re not technical 12:00 Will AI kill creativity or make us more creative 15:00 The new skills that matter in the AI era 18:00 How to find global and remote startup jobs 22:00 Tekla’s mission to help 5,000 people go remote 26:00 Why university degrees are losing value 30:00 How your environment determines your success 34:00 Final thoughts on freedom, flexibility, and the future of work

    58 min

  6. 09/30/2025

    #12 - Tom Spark - Time for Money

    In this episode of Mind Soak, I sit down with my mentor Tom Spark, a former teacher who became a creative entrepreneur by building leverage that pays him back and helps others do the same. We talk about: • The exact moment he knew he had to quit his job • Why trading time for money is a broken system • How to build leverage that compounds over time • Why chasing alignment often holds people back • How the online business space is becoming the new version of the nine to five • What it really means to build offers around your truth • The power of creating without permission and following your curiosity If you're tired of doing work that drains you, this conversation will show you another way. Follow Tom Spark on Instagram: @tomspark_ Learn more about Voics: voics-incubator.circle.so Timestamps: 00:00 – Why time-for-money is broken01:15 – The moment Tom knew he had to leave teaching03:00 – “Quiet quitting” and the energy shift06:40 – Overgiving and institutional burnout08:45 – Music, drugs, and lost identity12:00 – How Tom accidentally made more than his teaching salary14:00 – The power of just starting (Patreon + DIY success)17:30 – Consumption vs. creation: Tom’s philosophy22:10 – Why the online business world is becoming the next 9-to-526:00 – The myth of alignment and “mental masturbation”30:30 – The power of conviction over funnels33:10 – Tom's journey into Voics and working with Darren39:00 – How to find your offer (without a Christ complex)45:00 – Building a business from raw conversations and momentum52:00 – Why Bali is heaven and hell for creators56:00 – Burnout vs. bliss: choosing the right kind of work01:01:00 – Final thoughts: conviction, curiosity, and peace

    1h 5m

  7. 09/16/2025

    #11 - Mijgon Bakhti - From YouTube Burnout to Purpose-Driven Branding

    In this episode of the Mind Soak Podcast, I sit down with Mij, a personal branding strategist who went from travel vlogging during the pandemic to running her own consultancy helping founders grow through LinkedIn, TikTok, and Instagram. We dive into: Why she quit her monetized YouTube channelThe mental health struggles behind content creationLessons learned from failed business attemptsBuilding a purpose-driven brand that lastsInfluencers vs entrepreneurs — and what the future holdsIf you’ve ever felt stuck, burnt out, or unsure of where to start, this conversation will show you why starting anywherematters and how to align your vision with your business. 👉 Follow Mij on Instagram: @mijgon_b 👉 Listen to more Mind Soak episodes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fEQmON-sjU8&list=PLzYbMNvjdryG1D5K026ZjEA0FRP7rODRv Timestamps:  00:00 – Why Mij quit her monetized YouTube channel 02:10 – The pressure of always vlogging 05:30 – What she learned working full-time in marketing 07:40 – Discovering writing and LinkedIn as creative outlets 10:40 – Growing up in Tajikistan and building resilience 13:30 – How scholarships and volunteering shaped her mindset 15:40 – First travels and starting YouTube with Jakarta vlogs 17:20 – Using past footage creatively to tell new stories 20:20 – Lessons from marketing: work with what you have 23:10 – Launching her personal branding consultancy 24:40 – Why your deeper “why” matters in business 26:40 – Her first failed jewelry business and identity crisis 29:00 – Why starting a business is humbling 31:20 – How Bali pushed her into entrepreneurship 36:00 – Finding the right environment for growth 38:00 – The pyramid framework: purpose, storytelling, strategy 42:00 – Are influencers on their way out? 45:10 – Turning personal brand into real business 49:20 – How to uncover your vision and purpose 51:00 – Asking for help and finding mentors 54:30 – Why you need community on the same journey 56:00 – Final advice: action, resilience, and purpose

    54 min

  8. 09/02/2025

    #10 - Lewis McFarlane - Thoughts, Beliefs, Actions, Habits

    Men are told to be strong, but many are just performing. In this raw conversation, coach Lewis McFarlane shares the wake up calls that forced him to stop pretending and start rebuilding. We unpack modern masculinity, performative authenticity, sobriety, changing environments, and his simple framework of Thoughts → Beliefs → Actions → Habits that helped him transform. What you’ll learn Why “authenticity” online often becomes actingHow to spot your wake up moment and use itThe four lever framework to rewire your lifeWhy your environment beats your willpowerHow action beats anxiety and victim thinkingChapters below. If this helped, hit subscribe and share it with a friend who needs it. Lewis's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lewismcfarlanecoaching/ Timestamps  00:00 – Are most men emotionally weak 02:18 – Authenticity vs acting online 05:00 – Personal wake up moments and stretch marks story 08:20 – The car crash and double life conflict 11:10 – Spiral, intrusive thoughts, and asking for help 14:15 – From self sabotage to first hard choices 17:10 – The drug run story and adrenaline dump 20:06 – Cutting vices and going sober for 12 months 23:00 – Rebuilding through mentorship and new rooms 26:20 – 80 10 10 rooms rule and managing ego 30:05 – Thoughts, beliefs, actions, habits framework 34:25 – Daily high frequency toolkit and next best action 39:10 – Tracking emotions, negativity bias, and perspective 44:30 – Victim mindset, language, and choosing the now 49:05 – Designing the future self and identity habits 54:10 – Action cures anxiety and closing takeaways

    59 min
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Mind Soak is a podcast for the curious. Curving your perspectives with others' information.   Hosted by Samuel Dignan, each episode dives deep into conversations with people who have overcome, created, and evolved. From entrepreneurs and athletes to thinkers and adventurers, we unpack the struggles, lessons, and mindset shifts that shaped them. This podcast is about absorbing wisdom — soaking it all in — and sharing insights that can help you grow mentally, emotionally, and personally. Whether you're chasing clarity, building something meaningful, or just love hearing how others do what they do, you're in the right place. 🧠 Stay curious. Soak it in.

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  • Creator
    Samuel Dignan
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    18
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Mind Soak
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