Aware with Seb

Sebastian Naum Leon
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Aware with Seb is a globally ranked podcast with one goal: to ELEVATE your life. Learn about MONEY, mindset, WELLNESS, spirituality, and LEADERSHIP not as separate lanes, but as parts of the same system. Sebastian Naum Leon, a successful entrepreneur, public speaker, and top-notch interviewer, dives deep with visionary LEADERS, experts, CEOs, artists, and entrepreneurs who are changing the game. This isn’t roll-your-eyes self-help. It’s real-life training to be a badass human. Awareness makes better humans. And better humans make better friends, partners, lovers, and leaders.

  1. A Look at Collective Awakening, Human Energetics, & The LightBody w/ Shen Tong

    MAY 7

    A Look at Collective Awakening, Human Energetics, & The LightBody w/ Shen Tong

    We welcome Shen Tong, a serial entrepreneur, impact investor, writer/poet, speaker, mentor, and former political rebel who has lived one of the most extraordinary arcs of our time. From his days as a prominent activist and "Most Wanted" student leader at Tiananmen Square to his current status as a titan of food innovation, Shen has spent 40 years exploring the intersection of global impact and collective consciousness. As the visionary founder of New York-based TheFutureCo (TFC) and co-founder of the world-renowned accelerator Food-X, he has become a mastermind of social entrepreneurship, launching and scaling ventures across regenerative agriculture, health, and deep tech to achieve 11 successful financial exits. In this conversation, Seb and Shen explore the "Life’s Zero Point" philosophy and the non-linear nature of time and memory. They discuss the harrowing night of the Tiananmen Massacre, the survival instinct versus true courage, and how to "back into" material abundance by aligning your soul’s mission with the energy of money. This episode is a masterclass on staying anchored to your personal ethos while navigating the flow of the modern world. Topics Discussed The Most Wanted ExilePlayful Purpose at TiananmenThe Non-Linear MemoryCourage vs. FearRudders and SailsThe Physics of PresenceGnosis and the Gut BrainThe Flower of Life Business ModelBiophotons and DNA LightThe "Shenanigans" Stance Connect with Shen on his website Connect with Shen on LinkedIn Connect with Sebastian on Instagram SebastianNaum.com

    32 min
  2. Gene Keys Creator Richard Rudd on The Meaning of Life (and What’s Next for Him)

    APR 22

    Gene Keys Creator Richard Rudd on The Meaning of Life (and What’s Next for Him)

    We welcome Richard Rudd, a world-renowned teacher, mystic, and poet who has spent decades exploring the depths of human consciousness. From trekking the Himalayas to earning a Master’s in Metaphysics, Richard has synthesized Eastern and Western mystical traditions into the Gene Keys, a profound system for unlocking the higher purpose hidden within human DNA. In this conversation, Seb and Richard explore the journey from "Shadow to Gift" and the transformative power of the "Sacred Pause". They discuss the discipline of contemplation, the reality of spiritual evolution, and why true wisdom begins with being gentle toward ourselves. This episode is a masterclass on staying anchored to your personal ethos while navigating the complexities of the modern world. Topics Discussed Mystical RootsThe "Ugly" Side of SurvivalThe DNA MythThe 7-Year CocoonContemplation is KingThe Individual vs. The SoulSailing & SourcingThe 80/20 of Inner WorkLearning Through SilenceThe Anti-Seriousness Stance Connect with Richard & Gene Keys here Connect with Sebastian on Instagram SebastianNaum.com

    43 min
  3. Scaling CPG & Modern Wellness | Dan Cox

    APR 7

    Scaling CPG & Modern Wellness | Dan Cox

    We welcome Dan Cox, a Los Angeles–based entrepreneur and the visionary founder of the wellness brands Wellthy and Metcon. From his early days behind the retail counter to building and scaling multi-seven-figure CPG brands, Dan has mastered the transition from hands-on customer service to national distribution on major platforms like Amazon and GNC. Join as we dive deep into the grit required to build a modern wellness empire without outside funding. They explore the "unsexy" side of the CPG industry, from the high stakes of inventory management to the logistical nightmare of single-origin sourcing, and why the "better for you" category is often just a marketing trap. Dan also tackles the toxicity of chasing trends, the reality of "learning by screwing up," and why true brand longevity depends on prioritizing customer trust over short-term Meta-ad wins. This episode is a masterclass on the discipline of scaling a business while staying anchored to a personal ethos in a flavor-first world. Topics Discussed: Retail RootsThe "Ugly" Side of CPGThe "Better for a Few" MythSupplement Trust & FDAFlavor is KingD2C vs. Retail RealityBootstrapping & Ingredient EthosThe 80/20 Founder DisciplineLearning Through FailureThe Anti-Mentorship Stance Connect with Dan on Instagram Connect with Wellthy here Connect with MetCon here Connect with Sebastian on Instagram SebastianNaum.com

    59 min
  4. Going Fast Alone is Slowing You Down: Streetside Confessions | Brandon DesJarlais

    MAR 14

    Going Fast Alone is Slowing You Down: Streetside Confessions | Brandon DesJarlais

    We welcome Brandon DesJarlais, a world-class athlete and the visionary founder of Beyond the Board. A Red Bull World Championship silver medalist and Hollywood stunt double for Vin Diesel, Brandon has transformed his professional longboarding career into a global movement. Since 2020, he has hosted over 300 events and mobilized hundreds of skaters worldwide, including his famous "Santa Run" involving over 500 skaters in full costume. Recorded live during a walk through the iconic Venice Skatepark, this candid conversation explores Brandon’s unique approach to decision-making and his transition from a solo "badass" brand to a vulnerable, mission-driven leader. Together, Seb and Brandon pull back the curtain on the "pull vs. push" motivation of entrepreneurship, the visceral power of vision, and the courage required to conquer fear, whether bombing a hill or launching a new venture. Topics Discussed: Decision-Making Without a MapThe Power of Visceral VisionPush vs. Pull MotivationHollywood Stunts and Persistent ValueTransitioning Identities"Go Fast Alone, Go Far Together"Courage vs. FearThe Traveling Good TourSpeaking it into ExistenceLearning from Failure Connect with Brandon on Instagram or brandondesjarlais.com Connect with Sebastian on Instagram SebastianNaum.com

    25 min
  5. The Non-Starving Artist Mentality | Ruben Rojas

    MAR 4

    The Non-Starving Artist Mentality | Ruben Rojas

    We welcome Ruben Rojas, a Los Angeles–based artist, muralist, and the visionary founder of the Live Through Love movement. From transforming public spaces with large-scale installations to building a multi-seven-figure creative business, Ruben has bridged the gap between fine art and global commercial platforms like BMW and the NFL. In this powerful conversation, Seb and Ruben dive deep into the radical transformation of a man who walked away from a career in finance to impact a billion people through creativity. They explore the collapse of the "American Dream" during the 2008 financial crisis, the toxicity of the "starving artist" narrative, and how to maintain mental resilience when your self-worth is no longer tied to material success. This episode is a masterclass on viewing creativity as a discipline and choosing love as a leadership tool in an increasingly divisive world. Topics Discussed: The Finance ExitThe 2008 Subprime MeltdownRedefining the American DreamKilling the "Starving Artist" MythAbundance vs. ScarcityScaling CreativityGlobal Brand CollaborationsHealing through ArtThe Mission for ImpactLove as a DisciplineThe Trapped Artist Connect with Ruben on Instagram or rubenrojas.com Connect with Live Through Love on Instagram Connect with Sebastian on Instagram SebastianNaum.com

    54 min
  6. This CEO Turns Plastic into Profit: Streetside Confessions Edition w/ James Merrill

    FEB 25

    This CEO Turns Plastic into Profit: Streetside Confessions Edition w/ James Merrill

    We welcome James Merrill, the visionary founder of StokedPlastics and the inventor of the award-winning StokedPlastic® blend. He is also the driving force behind Opolis, a mission-driven eyewear brand that builds premium frames using upcycled water bottles pulled directly from the ocean. Recorded live while walking on the street, this candid conversation pulls back the curtain on the "sweat and tears" reality of building a sustainable business from the ground up. Together, Seb and James explore the intersection of innovation and entrepreneurship, highlighting the challenges of raising capital, navigating long sales cycles with major retailers like Burton and REI, and the vital importance of mental resilience for conscious leaders. Topics Discussed: The Reality of Startup LifeFundraising and CriticismThe Opolis MissionScaling SustainabilityMental Health and Letting GoAvoiding BurnoutThe Microplastics CrisisFighting GreenwashingPurpose vs. ProfitInnovating for the MainstreamQuantifiable Impact Connect with James on Instagram Connect with Opolis on Instagram Connect with Stoked Plastic on Instagram Connect with Sebastian on Instagram SebastianNaum.com

    21 min
  7. Conquering Fear w/ American Ninja Warrior & Ted Speaker Travis Brewer

    FEB 19

    Conquering Fear w/ American Ninja Warrior & Ted Speaker Travis Brewer

    We welcome Travis Brewer, an elite athlete, American Ninja Warrior finalist, and conscious entrepreneur whose life is a testament to the power of movement and resilience. Travis is a leading figure in the functional fitness community, known for his mastery of calisthenics and his philosophy of "play" as a vital tool for mental health. In this conversation recorded live at The Kin, Travis sits down with Sebastian to break down his incredible transition from a corporate career in commercial real estate to becoming a world-class movement champion. They explore how to overcome fear through technical progression, the importance of integrating gratitude into the daily grind, and how the body possesses an intelligence capable of healing what the mind sometimes cannot comprehend. Topics Discussed: Evolution of movementFear management and risk assessmentTechnical progression vs. reckless courageLife pivots: From Real Estate to extreme sportsReinvention after the 2008 financial crisisCreating a brand with social impact (Pi)The GASM method: Gratitude, Affirmation, Shadow, and Manifestation"Play" as medicine for burnoutResetting the nervous system through the bodyBody intelligence: "The body keeps score"Conscious leadership and "The Conscious Edge"Impact goals: Super Bowl and NBA halftime showsAbsolute presence and spiritual alignmentKinesthetic training and visualization Connect with Travis on Instagram Connect with Sebastian on Instagram SebastianNaum.com

    39 min
  8. Why Bitcoin is Crashing Again & How to Raise Millions in Challenging Markets w/ Cory Klippsten

    FEB 10

    Why Bitcoin is Crashing Again & How to Raise Millions in Challenging Markets w/ Cory Klippsten

    We welcome back Cory Klippsten, the founder and CEO of Swan, a leading Bitcoin financial services company dedicated to helping individuals and institutions build generational wealth. Cory is a prominent voice in the Bitcoin space, known for his relentless focus on education, his "Bitcoin-only" philosophy, and his deep roots in the Silicon Valley venture capital ecosystem. Five years after his first appearance on the podcast, Cory returns to sit down with Sebastian to reflect on the massive shifts in the Bitcoin landscape, the evolution of his vision from a small startup idea to a global wealth platform, and the personal growth that comes with leadership and fatherhood. Topics Discussed: Bitcoin evolutionMarket crashes and cyclesBitcoin vs. CryptoInstitutionalization of BitcoinQuantum computing mythsVenture capital in Silicon ValleyContent-led customer acquisitionCorporate raids and resilienceStaffing and difficult layoffsCustody and security modelsWealth management for the "middle"Fatherhood and decision-makingLeadership through gut instinctBreathwork and physical grounding Connect with Cory on Twitter Connect with Swan on Instagram Connect with Sebastian on Instagram SebastianNaum.com

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Aware with Seb is a globally ranked podcast with one goal: to ELEVATE your life. Learn about MONEY, mindset, WELLNESS, spirituality, and LEADERSHIP not as separate lanes, but as parts of the same system. Sebastian Naum Leon, a successful entrepreneur, public speaker, and top-notch interviewer, dives deep with visionary LEADERS, experts, CEOs, artists, and entrepreneurs who are changing the game. This isn’t roll-your-eyes self-help. It’s real-life training to be a badass human. Awareness makes better humans. And better humans make better friends, partners, lovers, and leaders.

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  • Creator
    Sebastian Naum Leon
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    98
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Sebastian Naum Leon
  • Show Website
    Aware with Seb

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