Anti-Hero's Journey Ben "Doc" Askins

In this episode, Doc Askins interviews Joel Gandara, an entrepreneur and coach. Joel shares his journey from fleeing Cuba as a child to building successful businesses. He emphasizes the importance of gratitude and appreciating the opportunities in life. Joel also discusses his focus on helping men improve their lives and build a supportive community. He encourages listeners to create meaningful connections and make a difference in the lives of those around them.



00:00 - Introduction

01:20 - Introduction of Guest Joel Gandara

04:26 - Joel's Entrepreneurial Journey

07:00 - Joel's Experience with Buying and Flipping Businesses

08:22 - Joel's Intentions and Focus on Helping Men

16:25 - Gratitude and Appreciation for Life

21:34 - Creating a Community of Men and Making a Difference

27:47 - Joel's Authenticity and Realness

30:01 - Building Community and Focusing on What Matters

33:37 - Final Thoughts on Making a Difference

James Eshelman, a psychedelic guide and transformational coach, shares his story and journey in the world of psychedelics. He discusses his background growing up in a small town in the Midwest and his traditional upbringing. James talks about his career in finance and the struggles he faced with depression and alcohol abuse. He then shares his Jerry Maguire moment when he quit his job and embarked on a new path with psychedelics. James discusses his work in facilitating psilocybin journeys and his involvement in psychedelic policy advocacy, particularly in Colorado. He also talks about his intentions to build a life of liberation and belonging and his plans to create Rites of Passage initiation ceremonies that cultivate presence, peace, and purpose. James describes himself as a tender, sensitive, and inspired person who values deep connections and the finer things in life.



00:00 - Introduction and Background

07:11 - Facilitating Psilocybin Journeys and Advocacy in Colorado

11:27 - Jerry Maguire Moment and Ayahuasca Calling

22:50 - Rites of Passage and Initiations

28:20 - Creating a Life Aligned with Soul's Purpose

Gary Cardone shares his story and discusses the importance of finding the right platform and being a critical player on the team. He emphasizes the value of being a giver and helping others without expecting anything in return. Gary also talks about the need for more heroes in the world and the battle between heroism and villainy. He expresses his gratitude for technology and Bitcoin, highlighting the value they bring in terms of speed, efficiency, and security. In this conversation, Gary Cardone discusses his experience with Bitcoin and the importance of understanding it before forming an opinion. He emphasizes the need to question traditional financial systems and create a new approach to money. Cardone also shares his thoughts on the future of Western civilization and the role of Bitcoin in tumultuous times. He highlights the importance of being free and acting like you're free. The conversation concludes with a discussion on personal identity and the journey of self-discovery.



00:00 - Introduction and Background

03:02 - Finding the Right Platform and Being a Critical Player

08:05 - The Importance of Being a Giver

14:11 - The Need for More Heroes

24:51 - The Value of Technology, like Bitcoin

29:00 - Understanding Bitcoin

31:12 - Questioning Traditional Financial Systems

36:18 - Acting Like You're Free

39:27 - The Journey of Self-Discovery

52:39 - Investing in Great Adventures

In this episode, Doc Askins interviews Tony Blauer, a self-defense and fear management expert. Tony shares his childhood experiences of fear and how it led him to study violence and fear. They discuss the difference between anxiety and fear, and how fear can affect performance. Tony introduces the No Fear program, which focuses on improving self-awareness and clearing fear. They also explore the importance of recognizing and addressing fear in order to navigate dangerous situations effectively. In this part of the conversation, Tony Blauer discusses the role of fear and self-awareness in managing dangerous situations. He emphasizes the importance of understanding fear and using it as fuel rather than being paralyzed by it. The concept of fearlessness is explored, with Blauer suggesting that fear is necessary for bravery. He also discusses the impact of fear on personal growth and the limitations of learning from individuals who are naturally fearless. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the potential of psychedelic-assisted therapy to temporarily reduce fear and enhance positive emotions. In this conversation, Tony Blauer discusses the importance of facing fear and taking action, as well as managing fear in daily life. He shares how visualization can be used to overcome fear and help others do the same. Tony also explores the power of self-awareness and understanding the psychology of fear. He emphasizes the need to empower oneself to face fear and create positive change. The conversation touches on the intersection of psychedelics and fear, as well as the dangers of dependency on drugs. Tony concludes by highlighting the transformational power of fear management and the importance of self-actualization.


Fear can be used as fuel to navigate dangerous situations.
Fearlessness is not the absence of fear, but rather the ability to manage and control it.
Exploring the boundaries of our comfort zone is essential for personal growth.
Bravery requires fear as a necessary precondition.
Learning from naturally fearless individuals may not be applicable to everyone.
Psychedelic-assisted therapy has the potential to temporarily reduce fear and enhance positive emotions. Fear is a natural response, and it is important to face it and take action.
Visualization can be a powerful tool for overcoming fear and helping others do the same.
Self-awareness and understanding the psychology of fear are key to managing fear in daily life.
Empowering oneself to face fear and create positive change is essential for personal growth.

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Josh started his first business at twelve years old with a natural inclination for being an entrepreneur. Since then he has been involved in start-ups, corporate America, and in international business development. He has over a decade of experience in the Non-Profit Sector managing multi-million dollar companies in addition to many years as a financial advisor and business efficiency expert. His background in the fields of Business, Finance, Executive Management, Real Estate, Operations and Sales brings a unique depth to his Business Family Coaching.



Born and raised in Hawaii with experience around the globe, Josh enjoys working with clients from varied backgrounds. He attended The University of Hawaii, Simpson Bible College in Redding California and The Moody Bible Institute in Chicago. Josh and his wife Amy have three children, Joshua II (age 5), Julianne (age 3), and Gabriel (age 1). Josh is an ordained minister and enjoys working in missions, playing the guitar, traveling and spending time with his family.



Josh’s accomplishments

- International Business Consultant to start up companies in Europe, Africa and Asia

- Monthly contributor to FORBES

- Executive Officer for a 135 employee company

- Pastor of a congregation of 2000 members

- Founder & Partner of Strategic Navigators Inc.



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Amanda Siebert is an author, podcast host, and personal trainer interested in health, drugs, and altered states, and inspired by martial arts, movement, and music (among many, many other things). She hosts the podcast Ibogaine Uncovered and has written two books about cannabis and psychedelic drugs, The Little Book of Cannabis and Psyched. Amanda also writes a Substack called A to Z of Altered States. Her byline has appeared in The New York Times, Forbes, Lucid News, Healing Maps, Daily Om, Vice, Leafly, The Dales Report, Calgary Herald, and The Georgia Straight, among others.

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