Common Denominator with Moshe Popack

Moshe Popack

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. The Science of Elite Performance: How Focus, Toughness & Longevity Separate the Best

    HACE 18 H

    The Science of Elite Performance: How Focus, Toughness & Longevity Separate the Best

    What separates the best from the rest? How do elite athletes, top entrepreneurs, and high performers think differently about work, failure, and health? Dr. Andy Galpin, PhD in Muscle Physiology, uncovers the science of human performance and longevity. From his humble beginnings in rural America to coaching world-class athletes and exploring the future of AI in health, Andy shares his insights on resilience, focus, and optimizing the body and mind. On this episode of Common Denominator, we explore:  -The “performance anchors” that determine your results at any age -How elite performers balance skill, toughness, and focus -The truth about chronic disease, lifestyle, and sleep in modern society -What AI is really doing for health and where the future is headed -Lessons from failure, competition, and the value of hard work TIMESTAMPS:  00:00 Introduction: The Journey to Elite Performance 08:45 Understanding Resilience and Sacrifice 16:13 Health Focus for the 40-Something Male 19:49 The State of Health in Society 25:49 The Role of AI in Health 32:36 Gratitude and Reflection on Success ➡️ Like this episode? Leave a review here: 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/

    32 min
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    How to Turn Grief Into a Brand, a Movement, and a Mission

    What does it really take to turn grief into purpose, and build a life anchored in giving, creativity, and real human connection For Sarah Akiba, celebrity stylist and founder of the nonprofit “Angel Watching Over Me,” it started with loss. After her father passed away, she built community through support groups, opened safe spaces for girls in public schools, and launched multiple ventures—all rooted in service and soul In this episode of Common Denominator, we unpack how grief became Sarah’s superpower, how she balances creativity with entrepreneurship, and why alignment, not aesthetics, is what truly connects people. In this episode, you’ll learn: 💔 How personal tragedy sparked a movement of healing and service 👗 What working closely with Latin music’s biggest stars revealed about fame, trust, and humanity 💡 How to build businesses from a giving, not taking, perspective ☕ Why she’s opening a coffee shop to bring people back to real life connection 🧘‍♀️ The power of intention, journaling, and walking away from performative hustle 🎯 Why success starts with self-alignment, not comparison 📱 Her rule for using social media without letting it use you Like this episode? Leave a review here: https://ratethispodcast.com/commondenominator Timestamps: 00:00 Intro: The Power of Giving Back 02:02 Journey into Celebrity Styling 06:02 The Human Side of Artists 11:04 Navigating Trust and Connection 15:03 The Birth of a Nonprofit 20:02 Finding Purpose in Business 24:45 Gratitude and Well-Being 28:42 Consistency and Heart in Entrepreneurship Follow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/soakiba/ 🎙 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/

    31 min
  3. What It Takes to Build From Nothing | Emily Frisella on Business, Leadership & Family

    17 SEP

    What It Takes to Build From Nothing | Emily Frisella on Business, Leadership & Family

    What does it really take to build a business from nothing and design a life you love? For Emily Frisella, founder of The Paper & Plan Co., it started on a farm. She bought her first house at 19, launched a brick-and-mortar business at 20, and turned early failure into fuel for long-term success. Today, she leads multiple brands with relentless execution, discipline, and heart. In this episode of Common Denominator, we unpack how resilience, reverse-engineered goals, and paper planning helped Emily go from a $42 bank balance to a thriving entrepreneurial life she loves. In this episode, you’ll learn: 🌾 How growing up on a farm built discipline, resourcefulness, and work ethic 📉 The cash flow crisis that nearly broke her, and the hustle that changed everything 🧠 Why successful entrepreneurs still use pen and paper to set and stick to big goals 📈 How to diversify your business without losing focus 👩‍💼 Why women excel in executive roles that require detail and emotional intelligence 🤝 How to build relationship capital that isn’t transactional 🧒 The tools she’s created to help kids learn financial literacy, without screen time Like this episode? Leave a review here: https://ratethispodcast.com/commondenominator Timestamps: 00:00 The Journey Begins: Early Lessons in Entrepreneurship 02:57 Building a Business: The First Steps 05:56 Facing Challenges: The Reality of Entrepreneurship 08:55 The Importance of Adaptability and Resourcefulness 11:56 Diversification: Balancing Multiple Ventures 14:57 Scaling and Forecasting: Strategic Business Growth 17:39 The Power of Goal Setting and Visualization 20:42 Building Genuine Relationships in Business 24:07 Empowering Women in Business 26:51 Giving Back: The Importance of Community Engagement 29:50 Reflections on Success and Gratitude Guest Links: Follow Emily: https://www.instagram.com/emilyfrisella/?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/

    34 min
  4. The Hard Truth of Life After a $500M Exit | BoxyCharm Founder Yosef Martin

    10 SEP

    The Hard Truth of Life After a $500M Exit | BoxyCharm Founder Yosef Martin

    ➡️ Like this episode? Leave a review here: RateThisPodcast.com/commondenominator What happens after you sell your company for $500 million? For Yosef Martin, founder of BoxyCharm, the exit was just the beginning. After scaling one of the fastest-growing beauty subscription brands in the world, he found himself facing a different challenge—reinventing his identity, finding purpose, and building a life beyond business. I sat down with Yosef to unpack the mindset, momentum, and discipline behind his $500M journey—and what it really takes to grow something big, walk away, and start again with even more clarity. In this episode of Common Denominator, I unpack: - How BoxyCharm scaled to 1M+ subscribers and beat legacy giants - The mindset shifts Yosef made going from founder to post-exit - The tactical playbook behind his $500M growth strategy - Why he’s now betting on peptides, biohacking, and human optimization Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction  02:00 The Journey Begins: From Israel to Entrepreneurship 03:01 Building BoxyCharm: The Subscription Box Revolution 06:04 Navigating Challenges: The Rollercoaster of Business Growth 09:09 The Exit: Selling BoxyCharm and Life After 11:59 The Next Chapter: Biohacking and New Ventures 14:59 Investing in Startups: What to Look For 17:48 Gratitude and Reflection: Lessons Learned Follow Yosef: https://www.instagram.com/yflmartin/?hl=en Common Denominator Podcast Website: https://moshepopack.com/podcast/ YouTube: http://youtube.com/mpopack Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mpopack Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoshePopack Newsletter: https://moshepopack.com/newsletter/

    34 min
  5. Finding Gratitude in Prison | Shawn Balva

    3 SEP

    Finding Gratitude in Prison | Shawn Balva

    What does it take to rebuild your life when you’ve lost everything? At just 21, Shawn Balva went from top football prospect to facing 40 years in prison. But prison didn’t break him, it built him. In solitary confinement, he found faith. In structure, he found purpose. And through it all, he transformed from inmate to mentor. I sat down with Shawn to unpack how pain, discipline, and spiritual conviction reshaped his identity, and how he’s now helping others find redemption in their own story. In this episode of Common Denominator, I unpack: 🙏 The first prayer that sparked Shawn’s spiritual awakening 💥 What prison taught him about leadership, identity, and mindset 🧠 Why true change starts with structure and self-respect 📚 How he turned isolation into authorship and impact Like this episode? Leave a review here: https://ratethispodcast.com/commondenominator Guest Links: Follow Shawn: https://www.instagram.com/shawnbalva/ Buy his book Conviction: https://www.shawnbalva.com/online-store Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction: From Promising Athlete to Incarceration 03:06 The Downward Spiral: Addiction and Crime 05:49 The Arrest: A Turning Point 08:55 Life in Prison: A Journey of Transformation 11:43 Finding Faith and Purpose Behind Bars 14:53 Lessons from Solitary Confinement 17:47 Life After Prison: Rebuilding and Giving Back 20:52 The Power of Mentorship and Community 23:45 Writing 'Conviction': Sharing My Story 27:02 Gratitude for the Journey 🎙 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/

    28 min
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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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