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What values truly drive meaningful success—in business, leadership, and life? Common Denominator with Moshe Popack dives deep into the mindset, habits, and principles that connect us all. Each week, Moshe sits down with bold thinkers, entrepreneurs, and everyday heroes to share real stories and actionable insights that inspire personal growth, mental wellness, and purpose-driven success.

  1. How to Negotiate Your Rent in 2026 (Most People Don’t Know This)

    13시간 전

    How to Negotiate Your Rent in 2026 (Most People Don’t Know This)

    Most renters have no idea they’re overpaying by thousands of dollars a year, and it’s not their fault. The system is designed so you never realize how much leverage you actually have. In this episode, I break down why renters hold the power right now, how to negotiate smarter, and why the current market dynamic is giving tenants the upper hand for the first time in years. But this conversation goes bigger than rent. It’s about quality of life, safety, freedom, and why people are leaving cities like New York, LA, and London for places like Miami, Dubai, and Singapore. In this episode, you’ll learn: - Why renters are overpaying, and how the market secretly favors tenants right now - The exact strategy to save $1,000+ on your next lease - How to negotiate directly with decision-makers (and what to say) - Why high-earners are leaving NYC and LA despite big salaries - Why Miami, Dubai, and Singapore are the top global destinations for opportunity and safety - The three things every human wants: freedom, safety, and economic opportunity - How shifting cities can radically change your quality of life Like this episode? Leave a review here: https://ratethispodcast.com/commondenominator 🎙 Common Denominator Podcast Website: https://moshepopack.com/podcast/ YouTube: @mpopack Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mpopack Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoshePopack Newsletter: https://moshepopack.com/newsletter/

    5분
  2. How to Change Your Life When You Hit Rock Bottom | Rachel Baribeau

    5일 전

    How to Change Your Life When You Hit Rock Bottom | Rachel Baribeau

    What does it really take to reinvent your life, not once, but twice? In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Rachel Joy Baribeau, award-winning storyteller, former national sportscaster, and founder of the I’m Changing the Narrative movement, a program that’s reached athletes, prisons, corporations, police departments, and even the NFL. Rachel opens up about the spiritual journey behind her success, the trauma she’s overcome, the courage it took to walk away from a 17-year sportscasting career, and the moment she realized she was meant for something deeper. This episode is about healing, reinvention, identity, and the truth that the hardest moments in life often become the very things that shape us. In this episode you’ll learn: Why Rachel left a dream sportscasting career at its peak The moment that forced her to confront her true purpose What “changing the narrative” really means The mental health habits that transformed her life Why men struggle emotionally, and how to fix it How trauma can become the foundation for your calling Why gratitude and awe are superpowers How to find your own purpose, spark, and alignment Like this episode? Leave a review here: https://ratethispodcast.com/commondenominator Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome & Intro 01:40 – Rachel’s Roots: Raised by Strong Women 02:30 – Discovering Communication & Realizing Journalism Wasn’t for Her 03:15 – Auburn Beginnings & Becoming a Diamond Doll 04:00 – Finding Her Calling in Sports Media 05:10 – The Grind: 17 Years of Hustling in Sports 06:40 – Gratitude for the First Career & Transitioning to a Second Act 07:40 – Positivity, Mindset & The Physics of Possibility 08:20 – The Jaguars Story: Turning Distraction Into Purpose 10:50 – The Moment She Knew It Was Time to Leave Sportscasting 11:45 – The LSU Player Encounter That Changed Everything 13:55 – The Birth of “I’m Changing the Narrative” 14:40 – 10 Years of Impact: Colleges, NFL, Customs, LAPD, Prisons & More 15:50 – Purpose, Frequency & Becoming a Vessel 17:00 – Seeing the World With Awe: The “Alien Mindset” 17:30 – The Universal Human Thread Follow Rachel: https://www.rachelbaribeau.com/  @rachelbaribeau https://www.instagram.com/rachelbaribeau/  🎙 Common Denominator Podcast Website: https://moshepopack.com/podcast/ YouTube: @mpopack Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mpopack Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoshePopack Newsletter: https://moshepopack.com/newsletter/

    22분
  3. How America’s Next Generation Will Be Built: Leadership, AI & Freedom | FIU President Jeanette Nuñez

    12월 3일

    How America’s Next Generation Will Be Built: Leadership, AI & Freedom | FIU President Jeanette Nuñez

    What will America look like in the next decade? How will AI reshape the workforce? And what role should universities play as campuses across the country struggle with polarization, antisemitism, and the limits of free expression? In today’s conversation, I sit down with Jeanette Nuñez, President of Florida International University and former Lieutenant Governor of Florida. She shares her journey as the daughter of Cuban immigrants, the values that shaped her, and the lessons she’s learned from decades of public service and leadership. This episode goes deeper than politics, it’s about resilience, opportunity, freedom, education, and what it means to lead during one of the most divided cultural moments in recent memory. In this episode, you’ll learn: - Why resilience is the single most important skill young people need - How FIU became the #1 university for social mobility - What Miami’s explosive growth means for students and employers - How universities must navigate free speech, polarization, and safety - The real impact of AI on jobs and students - How immigration shapes leadership, identity, and gratitude - What FIU teaches about upward mobility and the American Dream - Why Florida is becoming a global magnet for talent and innovation - What Gen Z needs most to thrive in a rapidly shifting world If this conversation gives you a new perspective on leadership, education, or the future of America, share it with a friend. Like this episode? Leave a review here: https://ratethispodcast.com/commondenominator Timestamps:  00:00 – Take the Shot: Opening Message on Leadership & Failure 01:06 – Introducing President Jeanette Núñez 02:15 – What Inspires a Life in Public Service? 02:56 – Early Career: FIU to Jackson Memorial to Public Office 04:10 – Saying Yes to the DeSantis Ticket 04:34 – Transitioning from Politics to University Leadership 04:55 – A Cuban-American Childhood in Miami 07:35 – Building Resilience in the Next Generation 10:21 – Social Mobility, Miami’s Melting Pot, and FIU’s Mission 11:00 – How Her Leadership Style Has Evolved Over Time 13:05 – Free Speech vs. Polarization After the Kirk Tragedy 13:48 – Creating the FIU Presidential Speaker Series 16:55 – Bringing More Ideological Diversity to FIU’s Campus 19:30 – Rising Anti-Semitism on Campuses Nationwide 23:12 – Supporting Jewish Students and Responding to Incidents 26:05 – Campus Security Measures & Threat Prevention 27:00 – The Role of University Leadership in Times of Crisis 29:30 – Why Universities Must Model Civil Disagreement 30:10 – Parents, Students & Community Expectations of FIU 31:35 – The Importance of Critical Thinking in Higher Education 32:20 – How FIU Equips Students for a Complex Workforce 33:55 – Leadership Lessons from a Life in Politics 34:40 – What Keeps Her Motivated in Times of National Division 35:20 – The Role of Education in Healing a Fractured Society 36:50 – Encouraging Students to Take Risks & Seek Purpose 37:30 – Faith, Community & Responsibility in Modern Leadership 38:00 – Looking Ahead: The Future of FIU and Florida’s Workforce Learn more about Jeanette's work: president.fiu.edu Follow @fiupresident:  https://www.instagram.com/fiupresident/ 🎙 Common Denominator Podcast Website: https://moshepopack.com/podcast/ YouTube: @mpopack Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mpopack Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoshePopack Newsletter: https://moshepopack.com/newsletter/

    39분
  4. What Hard Times Taught Me About Gratitude

    12월 2일

    What Hard Times Taught Me About Gratitude

    Most people talk about gratitude like it’s a simple list: family, health, success. But real gratitude, the kind that transforms you, is earned through adversity. Through the hard seasons. Through the moments you weren’t sure you’d make it to the other side. In this episode, I open up about the experiences that shaped my own gratitude: coming to Florida in 2007 with no job and three little kids, building a life from nothing, walking through health crises, and learning what it really means to stay grounded, stay focused, and keep going. These aren’t clichés. These are lived moments that changed my DNA. And today, I want to share what those moments taught me, and how you can find powerful gratitude inside your own challenges. In this episode, you’ll learn: - Why gratitude built through adversity lasts the longest - How fear changes once you’ve walked through the unknown - The real story of rebuilding your life in a new place - What health scares can teach you about purpose and perspective - Why growing apart from certain people is part of evolving - How to find your “why” when everything feels uncertain - The mindset shift that turns struggle into strength Like this episode? Leave a review here: https://ratethispodcast.com/commondenominator 🎙 Common Denominator Podcast Website: https://moshepopack.com/podcast/ YouTube: @mpopack Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mpopack Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoshePopack Newsletter: https://moshepopack.com/newsletter/

    6분
  5. Families Are Moving Out of America's Big Cities | Monique Pardo Pope

    11월 26일

    Families Are Moving Out of America's Big Cities | Monique Pardo Pope

    She’s a mom, a lawyer, and a first-time candidate taking on the entrenched politics of Miami Beach - and she’s not backing down. Monique Pardo Pope’s decision to run for Miami Beach Commission was sparked by seeing firsthand the challenges facing her neighborhood, schools, and community. With the December 9 runoff approaching, Monique shares with me her vision for a “Safer • Smarter • Stronger Miami Beach” - and the real, practical solutions she believes are long overdue. In this episode, you’ll learn:  - Why Miami Beach’s public safety problem is bigger than headlines suggest - The truth about homelessness on the Beach, and the policies that actually work - What’s happening inside local schools like Nautilus, and why parents are sounding alarms - How the affordability crisis is pushing out the next generation of residents - Whether the Live Local Act is a solution or a political talking point - The real cost of unchecked development—and the opportunity to rebuild smarter - Why she’s betting her first-ever political run on a Safer • Smarter • Stronger Miami Beach Like this episode? Leave a review here: https://ratethispodcast.com/commondenominator Timestamps:  00:00 – Welcome & Introduction 01:00 – The Runoff Election 03:00 – Monique’s Miami Beach Commissioner Run  05:00 – Top Priorities as Commissioner 08:00 – Homelessness & Practical Solutions 12:00 – Affordable Housing Crisis 16:00 – Balancing Development & History 19:30 – Personal Journey & Law Career 24:00 – Guardian ad Litem Work 26:30 – Childhood Trauma & Life Lessons 31:00 – Airborne Foundation & Giving Back 34:00 – Overcoming Opposition & Election Challenges 37:30 – Rapid Fire: Favorites & Habits 39:00 – Key Takeaway for Listeners 40:00 – Closing Remarks Learn more about Monique Pardo Pope:  Monique for Miami Beach: https://moniqueformiamibeach.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moniquepardopope/?hl=en 🎙 Common Denominator Podcast Website: https://moshepopack.com/podcast/ YouTube: @mpopack Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mpopack Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoshePopack Newsletter: https://moshepopack.com/newsletter/

    42분
  6. Real Estate vs. Stocks vs. Bonds: The Clear Winner for 2026

    11월 25일

    Real Estate vs. Stocks vs. Bonds: The Clear Winner for 2026

    Is now really the best time to buy real estate, despite high interest rates and market uncertainty?  I’m not here to sell hype. I’m here to help you think clearly about the data, the incentives, and the long-term logic behind wealth-building. From an upcoming shift in Federal Reserve leadership, to the mathematical reality of what happens when rates drop, to the long-term dynamics of inflation and asset pricing, this is a moment serious investors should be paying attention to. In this episode, you’ll learn: - Why elevated interest rates create better buying opportunities - The simple math behind “buy now, refinance later” - How real estate hedges inflation better than almost any other asset - The framework I use to evaluate long-term real estate plays - Why this window may be one we look back on with gratitude Like this episode? Leave a review here: https://ratethispodcast.com/commondenominator 🎙 Common Denominator Podcast Website: https://moshepopack.com/podcast/ YouTube: @mpopack Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mpopack Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoshePopack Newsletter: https://moshepopack.com/newsletter/

    5분
  7. Why This Venture Capitalist Left $138B Behind for Risk | Jeff Ransdell

    11월 19일

    Why This Venture Capitalist Left $138B Behind for Risk | Jeff Ransdell

    What does it really take to leave Wall Street, take massive risks, and help shape the future of innovation? For Jeff Ransdell, Founding Partner and Managing Director of Fuel Venture Capital and CEO of Maquia Capital, the journey started with $138 billion under management at Merrill Lynch, and a decision to walk away. Since then, he’s invested over $150 million into South Florida startups, helping build Miami into a global tech hub while navigating the most unpredictable era in venture capital. In this episode of Common Denominator, we unpack Jeff’s transition from Wall Street to venture, his take on the AI revolution, and what it means to invest in founders who can lead through chaos and change. In this episode, you’ll learn: - How Jeff left corporate stability to build one of Miami’s top venture firms - Why the “AI meta-shift” will redefine work, wealth, and the human condition - How Fuel Venture Capital turned South Florida into a startup destination - The founder traits investors look for before writing a check - Why emotional intelligence matters as much as financial acumen - What the next five years will look like for startups, investors, and innovation Like this episode? Leave a review here: https://ratethispodcast.com/commondenominator Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction: Risk, Mindset & Why Venture Capital Matters 05:00 – How Jeff Assesses Risk & Why VC Isn’t What You Think 10:00 – Coachability, Pivoting & The Founder Traits Fuel VC Looks For 15:00 – Jeff’s Leap From Wall Street to Venture Capital 20:00 – The AI Meta-Shift: What’s Coming in the Next 5 Years 25:00 – Jobs, Humanity & The Future Economic Reality 30:00 – Why Tech Might Push Us Back to Simpler Living 35:00 – Jeff’s Favorite Investments & Lessons From Miami’s Startup Scene Follow Jeff:  http://linkin.bio/jeffransdellvc  Fuel Venture Capital: https://fuelventurecapital.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeffransdellvc/ 🎙 Common Denominator Podcast Website: https://moshepopack.com/podcast/ YouTube: @mpopack Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mpopack Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoshePopack Newsletter: https://moshepopack.com/newsletter/

    33분
  8. What It Takes to Speak Truth to Power | Aaron Siri

    11월 12일

    What It Takes to Speak Truth to Power | Aaron Siri

    What does it really take to challenge the status quo, fight for truth, and defend your values in a system built to silence dissent? For Aaron Siri, attorney and advocate, it began in courtrooms and regulatory filings, standing up for parental rights, informed consent, and transparent systems, even when the odds were stacked against him. Today, he navigates litigation, policy, and public trust in one of the most contentious debates of our time: vaccines. In this episode of Common Denominator, we unpack Aaron’s journey from legal underdog to vocal defender of transparency, how he analyzes systems most ignore, and why courage isn’t loud, it’s consistent. In this episode, you’ll learn: - What it looks like when regulatory systems prioritize power over process - Why informed consent and transparency matter more today than ever - The mindset shifts required to challenge conventional wisdom and speak truth to power - How to stay true to your values when pressure to conform is constant - What freedom of speech really means when you’re up against the establishment Like this episode? Leave a review here: https://ratethispodcast.com/commondenominator Learn more about Aaron Siri:  Siri & Glimstad Law Firm: https://www.sirillp.com/aaron-siri/ Book: "Vaccines, Amen: The Religion of Vaccines"  https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0FQ4JMV3M 🎙️ About Common Denominator: Hosted by entrepreneur and philanthropist Moshe Popack, Common Denominator is where extraordinary people share the universal values that make us all human — perseverance, kindness, curiosity, and courage. 🎙 Common Denominator Podcast Website: https://moshepopack.com/podcast/ YouTube: @mpopack Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mpopack Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoshePopack Newsletter: https://moshepopack.com/newsletter/ Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and Background 3:00 - The Book 'Vaccines, Amen' 09:00 - Vaccine Safety and Legal Framework 15:00 - Clinical Trials and FDA Approval 21:00 - mRNA Technology and Vaccine Development 27:00 - Public Perception and Lobbying 33:00 - Informed Consent and Personal Choice 39:00 - Courage and Integrity in Advocacy

    50분
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What values truly drive meaningful success—in business, leadership, and life? Common Denominator with Moshe Popack dives deep into the mindset, habits, and principles that connect us all. Each week, Moshe sits down with bold thinkers, entrepreneurs, and everyday heroes to share real stories and actionable insights that inspire personal growth, mental wellness, and purpose-driven success.

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