The Jared Goetz Show

Jared Goetz

Jared Goetz is a 35-year-old modern-day entrepreneur who transitioned from building eCommerce empires to building inner empires. After achieving material success at a young age, Jared recognized a deeper truth: fulfillment doesn't come from what you attain—it comes from who you become. His journey led him inward, toward self-mastery, spirituality, and a commitment to helping others unlock their highest potential. It’s not just about success—it’s about who you become on the path to it.

  1. 5d ago

    War Dogs Exposed: The True Story | David Packouz | The Jared Goetz Show

    David Packouz is the real-life entrepreneur whose story inspired the movie War Dogs. In this conversation, he reveals what actually happened behind the Hollywood version—from entering the government-contracting world in his early twenties and winning a nearly $300 million ammunition contract, to being investigated by the federal government and believing he could spend decades in prison. This episode is a deep conversation about ambition, betrayal, government contracts, legal consequences, entrepreneurship, and rebuilding your life after everything falls apart. David explains how he and his former business partner built AEY into a major weapons contractor, how the Afghanistan ammunition deal unraveled, what War Dogs changed about the real story, and how a dispute over just $20,000 ultimately helped expose the entire operation. He also opens up about being betrayed by his best friend, losing the millions he believed he had earned, pleading guilty, and facing the possibility of missing his daughter’s childhood. After receiving seven months of house arrest, David transformed one of the darkest periods of his life into the idea for BeatBuddy, a product that became a multimillion-dollar business. In this episode, we discuss: David’s real-life experience behind the movie War DogsHow he entered the arms and government-contracting business at 22Winning a nearly $300 million contract to supply ammunition to AfghanistanThe truth about the Chinese ammunition scandalWhy his former business partner allegedly refused to pay him millionsHow one unpaid box supplier helped expose the operationFacing 71 fraud allegations and the possibility of decades in prisonHow Hollywood discovered the story and created War DogsWhat the movie changed, exaggerated, and left outCreating BeatBuddy while serving house arrestBuilding Singular Sound, Instafloss, and Comment CompassWhy David returned to government contracting through War Dogs AcademyHow entrepreneurs can find opportunities selling products and services to the government This episode will resonate with people interested in entrepreneurship, government contracting, business partnerships, high-stakes negotiations, true crime, invention, resilience, and the real stories behind major Hollywood movies. If you enjoyed this conversation, subscribe for more long-form podcast episodes, leave a comment with your biggest takeaway, and share this episode with someone who loved War Dogs or wants to understand the real story behind it. 0:00 Intro 2:36 What War Dogs Got Right and Wrong 7:15 How Hollywood Discovered David’s Story 10:13 Facing Decades in Prison at 25 15:20 How David Entered Government Contracting 24:50 Winning His First Government Contract 38:31 The $300 Million Afghanistan Deal 47:57 Bidding $52 Million Below the Competition 50:21 How Rising Oil Prices Nearly Destroyed the Deal 55:41 Discovering the Ammunition Was Chinese 1:05:26 The $20,000 Mistake That Exposed Everything 1:15:49 Betrayed by His Best Friend for $15 Million 1:20:43 The FBI Raids AEY 1:24:16 Pleading Guilty to Government Fraud 1:32:47 Building BeatBuddy While Under House Arrest 1:41:29 How the Story Became the Movie War Dogs 1:52:22 Building Instafloss and Comment Compass 1:59:19 Launching War Dogs Academy

  2. Jul 8

    The Wellness Tech You’ve Never Heard Of | Jarrod Barakett | The Jared Goetz Show

    Jarrod Barakett has a unique perspective on health, healing, energy, and the future of wellness technology. In this conversation, he opens up about his journey from a major spinal surgery and being told to stay out of the gym for six months, to discovering The Light System and becoming one of the people leading the company forward.This episode is a deep conversation about wellness, frequency-based technology, light therapy, discipline, accountability, and the mind-body connection. Jarrod explains how he believes The Light System works, why he thinks the body already has the ability to heal itself, and how tools like full-spectrum light, affirmations, and electrical conductivity may support people in feeling and performing better.If you’re interested in learning more about The Light System mentioned in this episode, you can check it out here:https://thelightsystems.shop/goetz100Use code GOETZ for access through the official affiliate link.In this episode, we discuss:- Jarrod’s personal recovery story after emergency spinal surgery- How The Light System technology works- The role of full-spectrum light therapy, coded affirmations, and biophotonic collisions- Quantum charging, copper water bottles, and wearable wellness technology- The future of The Light System and its mission to help humanity healThis episode will resonate with people who are curious about alternative health, biohacking, energy, consciousness, wellness technology, personal discipline, and unconventional ideas that challenge mainstream health frameworks. If you enjoyed this conversation, subscribe for more long-form podcast episodes, leave a comment with your biggest takeaway, and share this episode with someone who likes thought-provoking conversations.0:00 Intro1:47 The Quantum Watch + Light System Technology4:15 Jared’s First Experience With The Light System Cube9:56 Photons, Energy & Electrical Conductivity11:34 Jarrod’s Spinal Surgery Story15:08 Choosing The Right Light System Linguistics17:03 How The Technology Was Invented18:17 How The Watch Works As A “Microdose”19:25 Why This Technology Is Still Unknown22:14 Science, Skepticism & What We Still Don’t Know24:49 How Quantum Charging Works28:53 Electrical Conductivity Results30:18 Biocharger vs. Light System Technology31:42 Jarrod’s Discipline After Surgery35:04 Why Growth Comes From Uncomfortable Moments39:35 How The Light System Helps Jarrod Operate Better41:21 What Healing Really Means42:59 Placebo, Belief & The Mind-Body Connection47:02 Purpose, Work Ethic & Family49:40 Other Healing Modalities Jarrod Uses53:08 Why Research Matters In Alternative Wellness54:41 What’s Next For Jarrod Barakett And The Light System

  3. Jun 24

    The Psychology of Becoming Successful | Alex Fedotoff | The Jared Goetz Show

    Alex Fedotoff went from working in factories in Ukraine to building multiple seven- and eight-figure e-commerce businesses. Alex did not even tell his parents he had quit his factory job until he had already made more than $1 million. The most impactful change in Alex's life was not finance. It was changing the beliefs he had about money, success, and the person he was capable of becoming.What this episode is about:This is a conversation about becoming the version of yourself capable of creating the life you want. What begins as a discussion about e-commerce, Facebook advertising, TikTok Shop, and building valuable brands turns into a deeper conversation about limiting beliefs, discipline, confidence, relationships, social media, and personal evolution.Key topics discussed:- Alex’s journey from factory worker to millionaire entrepreneur- Why tactics are useless without the right mindset and beliefs- The internal conflict Alex had between wanting wealth and believing rich people were bad- Why changing your environment can completely change what you believe is possible- Building your “bank of self-confidence” by keeping promises to yourself- When to distance yourself from negative friends and family members- Why sharing your biggest plans can invite other people’s fears and limitations- Removing social media to protect your energy and think more clearly- The difference between asking what you need to do and who you need to become- How to stop identifying with the person you have always been and create your 2.0 versionWhy this episode matters:This is not just an e-commerce episode. This is for anyone who feels stuck inside an identity, environment, or belief system that no longer serves them. Anyone who knows they are capable of more but has not yet become the person required to create it.Your current identity is not permanent. The person you are today is only version 1.0.What promise do you need to start keeping to yourself? Drop a comment.Subscribe for more conversations like this and share it with someone who is ready to become the next version of themselves.Time Stamps: 00:00 Intro02:42 How E-Commerce Businesses Adapt to Major Changes06:35 Alex’s Accidental Start in E-Commerce Coaching09:18 Building Software and Creating Enterprise Value11:15 What Is Actually Working in E-Commerce Today18:00 The Rise of TikTok Shop and Affiliate Marketing22:29 Why Most People Never Take Action26:42 The Mindset Alex Wishes He Had Earlier31:22 How to Break Through Limiting Beliefs37:27 Why Vision and Discipline Change Everything39:05 Alex’s Belief That Rich People Were Bad46:24 Personal Growth Matters More Than Tactics48:04 When to Distance Yourself From Negative People58:27 How Your Environment Shapes Your Reality01:08:40 Building Your 2.0 Version Through Discipline

  4. Jun 10

    Manifest Your Dream Life | Omar Elattar | The Jared Goetz Show

    Omar Elattar has interviewed some of the biggest names in business, media, and culture, but this conversation goes far deeper than podcasting, success, or viral moments. What starts as an unbelievable story about manifesting a meeting with Tony Robbins turns into a powerful conversation about intuition, energy, surrender, faith, fear, and what it really means to follow the signs in your life.What this episode is about:This is a conversation about what happens when you stop forcing outcomes and start listening to the pull. Omar opens up about the last-minute decision that led him to a Tony Robbins event, the impossible timing that brought him face-to-face with Tony at dinner, and the moment Tony personally invited him to do his podcast. Jared and Omar also go deep on manifestation, staying centered, intuition vs impulse, the dangers of ego, and why the biggest opportunities in life often come from following the breadcrumbs before they make logical sense.Key topics discussed: How Omar manifested meeting Tony Robbins in real lifeWhy intuition requires silence, balance, and trustThe difference between forcing success and attracting opportunityHow to stay centered through both highs and lowsWhy surrender is not weakness, but one of the highest forms of strengthOmar’s wild story of flying to Romania to interview Andrew TateThe biggest lessons Omar learned from interviewing Grant Cardone, Patrick Bet-David, and other major figuresWhy most people aim too low and hitJared’s philosophy on energy, infinite possibilities, and letting go of the outcomeHow to live your life like this is your second chanceWhy this episode matters:Most people are chasing success through strategy, discipline, and control, but never stop to ask if they are actually aligned with the life they want. Omar has built a life around following intuition, taking bold chances, and creating surreal moments most people would talk themselves out of. This conversation is a reminder that your next breakthrough may not come from forcing harder, but from getting quiet enough to hear the next step.If you are building a business, chasing a dream, creating content, or trying to understand why certain opportunities keep missing you, this episode will make you rethink how success actually happens.Drop a comment: Do you think success comes more from strategy, discipline, or energy?If you’re interested in learning more about The Light System check it out here:https://thelightsystems.shop/goetz100Use code GOETZ for access through the official affiliate link.Subscribe for more conversations about business, consciousness, manifestation, discipline, spirituality, and the parts of success most people never talk about.00:00 Intro04:15 How Omar Ended Up At Date With Destiny06:18 The Restaurant Moment That Changed Everything08:38 Omar Meets Tony Robbins In Real Life10:03 Paying Tony Robbins’ Dinner Bill15:57 Why Following The Breadcrumbs Matters19:19 Why Most People Lose Touch With Their Intuition21:36 Jared’s Philosophy On Infinite Possibilities24:22 Riding The Wave Instead Of Fighting It31:37 Why You Must Let Go Of Good Things Too40:11 Leaving Room For Magic In Your Life47:31 Intuition vs. Impulse51:23 Hard Work vs. Alignment01:18:03 The Biggest Lesson Omar Learned From His Guests01:40:40 Omar’s Final Message To The Audience

  5. May 27

    What Happens After You Get Everything You Ever Wanted | Alex Sedlak | The Jared Goetz Show

    Alex built a massive audience at a young age, but this conversation goes way deeper than followers, money, or social media. What starts as a discussion about TikTok, authenticity, and the future of content turns into a raw conversation about ego, plant medicine, family, God, money, discipline, and what actually makes life meaningful. What this episode is about:This is a conversation about what happens when success forces you to question what you are really chasing. Alex opens up about growing up online, building a real connection with his audience, experiencing the highs and dangers of psychedelics, and learning that money, cars, and attention only go so far. Jared and Alex also go deep on presence, spirituality, self-worth, discipline, and why the internal work always comes before the external results.Key topics discussed:- Building a real audience in the age of TikTok, AI, and overproduced content- Why you only need 1,000 true followers to change your life- The difference between authenticity and flex culture online- Alex’s experience with psychedelics and a 6-month psychosis episode- Plant medicine, presence, and the ego vs the soul- Jared’s “Perfect Walk Formula” for changing your energy every morning- How Jared went from broke to making $50,000 a day in 60 days- Why family, love, and presence matter more than money or statusWhy this episode matters:Most people are chasing money, attention, and validation without ever stopping to ask what they actually want. Alex has already experienced a version of success most people dream about, but this conversation reveals the deeper lesson: your external life only changes when your internal world changes first. If you are building a business, creating content, trying to grow online, or questioning what success is supposed to feel like, this episode will hit home.Drop a comment: Do you think success comes more from strategy, discipline, or energy?If you’re interested in learning more about The Light System check it out here:https://thelightsystems.shop/goetz100Use code GOETZ for access through the official affiliate link.Subscribe for more conversations about business, consciousness, discipline, spirituality, and the parts of success most people never talk about.01:00 Why Authentic Creators Will Win the Future04:25 Why You Only Need 1,000 True Followers08:43 Why Authentic Content Wins12:38 The Ego vs The Soul14:15 Plant Medicine & Spiritual Awakening18:47 Alex’s 6-Month Psychosis Experience20:55 Jared’s Worst Mushroom Trip Story26:19 Changing Your Relationship With Money28:54 Jared’s “Perfect Walk Formula”30:34 Growing Up Broke & Fear of Losing Everything32:35 How Social Media Hijacks Your Brain36:45 Becoming a Millionaire in 60 Days44:02 Discipline, Self-Respect & Success46:32 Why Your Environment Changes Your Life53:53 Turn Off the News & Focus on Yourself57:15 The Meaning of Life & Leading With Love01:05:01 Why Family Is the Meaning of Life01:06:56 Why Expensive Cars Don’t Fulfill You01:12:18 Final Thoughts on Success & Letting Go

  6. May 14

    The Tax Secrets Wealthy People Actually Use | Karlton Dennis | The Jared Goetz Show

    Karlton graduated college, opened a letter from the IRS, and watched his entire life fall apart in one afternoon. $12,000 owed. $6,000 in the bank. An NFL dream he had chased since he was five years old gone. Not because he failed on the field, but because nobody ever taught him about taxes. What he built after that is one of the most interesting stories in finance you have never heard.What this episode is about:This is a conversation about what happens when the system fails you financially and you decide to learn everything it never taught you. Karlton breaks down what the wealthy actually know about taxes, and why the secret is not as secret as most people think.Key topics discussed:- Receiving an IRS letter the day after graduating college $12,000 owed with $6,000 in the bank- Quitting his job, moving back home, and walking away from an NFL pro day while in the peak shape of his life- 20 years of financial blindness - "If you don't have a plan, the government will come up with a plan for you"- The yacht client, the IRS audit, and the documentation of Kobe, Shaq, and other Lakers players on the boat- IRS audits - The truth about wealthy people and tax codesWhy this episode matters:Most people spend their entire working lives paying taxes they do not understand and losing money to a system they were never taught to navigate. Karlton has spent years mastering the exact system that blindsided him, and now he is one of the most effective people in the room when the IRS shows up. If you earn money and pay taxes, this episode is directly relevant to your life.Drop a comment: Did anyone ever teach you about taxes, or did you figure it out the hard way? If you’re interested in learning more about The Light System Pyramid behind me, you can check it out here: https://thelightsystems.shop/goetz 100Use code GOETZ for access through the official affiliate link. Subscribe for more conversations that cover what school never did, and share this with someone who needs to hear it before the IRS reaches out first. 00:26 From Zero to Tax Expert: My $12K IRS Wake-Up Call 07:42 CPA vs Enrolled Agent: What's the Real Difference? 10:05 Should You File a Tax Extension? The Truth About Self-Employed Taxes 18:38 IRS Audit Risk by Income Level: The Real Percentages 23:33 Business Structures Explained: Sole Prop vs LLC vs S Corp 25:38 Self-Employment Tax Savings: LLC to S Corp Strategy 30:30 Luxury Vehicle Write-Offs: The 6,000 Pound Rule 37:14 Real Estate Tax Strategies: Short-Term Rentals & Cost Segregation 40:40 The Augusta Rule: Rent Your House Tax-Free for 14 Days 42:50 Advanced Tax Stacking: C Corps, Film Investments & Solar Credits 48:31 Comprehensive Example: Turning $300K Tax Bill Into Zero 52:14 Building Your Tax Team: The Family Office Model 58:22 Tax Command Center: Software for Managing Complex Strategies 1:00:00 Can You Write Off Golf? The Secret to Lifestyle Deductions 1:06:28 Business vs Personal Travel: The 50% Rule Explained 1:11:40 "The Art of Legal Tax Avoidance" Book Release 1:13:55 Real Audit Success Story: NBA Players on a Yacht 1:15:50 Personal Discipline: How I Stay Grounded & Productive 1:19:00 Content Creation Strategy: 3 Days/Week, 8 Hours/Day 1:21:47 YouTube Growth Breakthrough: From 0 to 1 Million Subscribers 1:25:00 YouTube Algorithm Secrets: 9-14 Minute Sweet Spot

  7. Apr 15

    What If Everything You Know Is Wrong? | Jason Shurka | The Jared Goetz Show

    Jason Shurka has a very different way of looking at the world. In this conversation, he opens up about the ideas, experiences, and beliefs that shaped him from a young age, from being thrown out of health class to questioning the medical system, consciousness, healing, and the deeper role of energy in everyday life. This episode is a deep conversation about alternative thinking, personal transformation, the power of speech, and how Jason believes reality is shaped. Whether you agree with every perspective or not, this is the kind of podcast that makes you stop and think more deeply about health, belief, purpose, and the systems that influence our lives. If you’re interested in learning more about The Light System mentioned in this episode, you can check it out here: https://thelightsystems.shop/goetz100 Use code GOETZ for access through the official affiliate link. In this episode, we discuss: Jason’s early exposure to alternative health ideasWhy he was kicked out of health class for challenging mainstream viewsBooks and teachings that influenced his thinking at a young ageHis critique of the modern medical systemConsciousness, energy, and the idea that everything is connectedHow speech, belief, and thought patterns shape personal realityThe story behind his personal transformation and rapid business successHolistic body mapping, reflexology, and symbolic ways of reading the bodyThe Light System and how he describes frequency-based technologiesHis experiences with Unified TV, public influence, and future plans This episode will resonate with people who are curious about alternative health, personal growth, consciousness, spirituality, and unconventional ideas that challenge mainstream frameworks. It is also a strong listen for anyone interested in how belief systems shape identity, decisions, and the direction of a person’s life.If you enjoyed this conversation, subscribe for more long-form podcast episodes, leave a comment with your biggest takeaway, and share this episode with someone who likes thought-provoking conversations. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 4:00 Early education and questioning mainstream health ideas 6:16 Books that shaped Jason’s worldview 13:24 His critique of the modern medical system 27:24 Good, evil, and the deeper role of hardship 36:41 Consciousness, energy, and connection 42:44 The power of speech and creating reality 49:11 The transformation that changed his life 54:40 Holistic body mapping and symbolic healing 1:03:07 The Light System explained 1:15:09 Frequency technology and healing tools 1:17:19 The Light System organization and how it began 1:29:57 Predictive insight and the lead-up to 2020 1:33:14 Marla Maples and expanding influence 1:39:08 Unified TV, Gaia, and building platforms 1:40:44 Why he backed Sound of Freedom 1:45:56 Behind-the-scenes activism and media strategy 1:47:02 What Jason is focused on now

  8. Apr 2

    The Dark Side of Success Nobody Talks About

    From the outside, his life looked perfect. Hollywood Hills. Range Rover. Private jets. The world’s most famous people around him. But he wanted out. In this episode we dive deep into the life and mind of Hollywood actor Oliver Trevena.What this episode is really about:This is one of the most honest conversations you’ll hear about success, identity, and what happens when you get everything you thought you wanted… and still feel nothing.Key topics discussed:- Living in the Hollywood Hills, driving a Range Rover, moving through a world of private jets and yachts and feeling completely hollow inside- Being jumped at 22, pronounced dead, beaten into a coma by three men- How the worst moment of his life became the ripple effect that started everything real- Reaching a level of success most people dream of and still sitting in a room asking "what happened to my life"- The moment the mind turns: no more rush, no more feeling, just lost- You can have comfort or you can have growth, but you never have both Why this episode matters:This episode is for anyone who has achieved something significant and still felt nothing. Anyone who has built a life that looks perfect from the outside and feels empty from the inside. Anyone who has been through something that broke them physically or mentally and had to rebuild from zero. This is not a motivational speech. It is a raw, real conversation about survival, identity, and what it actually costs to build a meaningful life. Drop a comment: have you ever had everything and still felt like something was missing? Subscribe for more conversations like this the ones that actually go somewhere real. Share this with someone who needs to hear it. Time Stamps:0:00 Intro 2:32 How Oliver got his Start 4:37 Power of Long-Term Thinking6:07 The Tradeoff Nobody Wants to Accept9:09 Success Comes at a Price9:59 Oliver’s Near Death Experience12:52 The Truth Beneath the Surface15:13 Why External Success Doesn’t Heal You16:15 You Attract Who You Are17:00 The Daily Mental Battle17:28 Controlling the Mind (Chimp Paradox)18:34 Why Your Mind Never Fully Stops20:36 The Relationship With Your Inner Voice22:10 The Power of Prayer & Letting Go24:28 Acceptance Is the Key to Peace27:45 The “Perfect Walk” Routine29:11 Building a Business (Caliwater Story)31:03 The Real Challenges of Entrepreneurship34:37 Building a Brand Through Authenticity36:31 Lessons From Failure in Business40:07 Why Great Products Win Long-Term43:34 Leveraging Celebrity Without Faking It52:25 How Oliver Got Into Entertainment56:24 The Reality of Hollywood57:25 Business vs Entertainment Mindset1:00:07 Why Some People Succeed (and some dont)1:01:06 The Dark Side of Fame1:05:00 Chasing Highs & Losing Yourself1:07:36 Starting the Journey Inward1:09:11 The Power of Vulnerability1:12:02 Giving Back & Finding Purpose1:24:29 Helping Others Silences Your Mind1:26:24 Finding Balance in Life1:27:09 What Really Matters in the End

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Jared Goetz is a 35-year-old modern-day entrepreneur who transitioned from building eCommerce empires to building inner empires. After achieving material success at a young age, Jared recognized a deeper truth: fulfillment doesn't come from what you attain—it comes from who you become. His journey led him inward, toward self-mastery, spirituality, and a commitment to helping others unlock their highest potential. It’s not just about success—it’s about who you become on the path to it.

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