Talk Les Show

Courtside Les
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🎙️ Join Les on the Talk Les Show for real conversations with athletes, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders. Explore stories of resilience, growth, and success as guests share their journeys and insights on life, sports, business, and personal development. Whether you’re seeking motivation, advice, or just great conversations, this podcast will inspire you to thrive. 🎧 New episodes drop weekly—don’t forget to follow! Stay connected on Instagram: @talklesshow

  1. 11h ago

    We Can't Afford Life: The Truth About Investing, AI Trading & Building Wealth | Lawrence Eggleston

    Why does it feel like we're making more money but can afford less? Between inflation, corporate layoffs, rising housing costs, credit card debt, and AI threatening jobs, building wealth feels harder than ever. So how are we actually supposed to get ahead? In this episode of Talk Les Show, I sit down with investor and financial educator Lawrence Eggleston, who started investing at just 16 years old, to break down what it really takes to build wealth in today's economy. We're talking about why day trading can feel more like gambling, the truth behind AI trading bots, how to start investing with just $500, and why understanding a company's fundamentals matters more than following the latest stock picks on social media. Lawrence also breaks down ETFs, Roth IRAs, P/E ratios, finding the next high-growth company, and the psychology behind making and losing money. We get into the Federal Reserve, inflation, why our generation is struggling to afford homes, and how Donald Trump's public comments can influence investment decisions. And we're not skipping the uncomfortable conversations about debt, financial mistakes, and the reality of trying to build a future when everything keeps getting more expensive. Because making money and building wealth are two very different things. Whether you're completely new to investing or trying to make smarter financial decisions, this conversation is about understanding your money instead of blindly following the hype. EPISODE CHAPTERS 00:00 — Day Trading Is Gambling? AI & Investing01:09 — Welcome to Talk Les Show: Meet Lawrence Eggleston02:08 — The Pool Party: Fun vs. Your Financial Future05:01 — Investing at 16 & Buying Back Your Time06:18 — Assets vs. Liabilities: Where Your Money Goes07:07 — AI, Corporate Layoffs & Job Security09:43 — Investing for Beginners: ETFs, Roth IRAs & S&P 50012:11 — How to Research Stocks & Avoid Bad Advice16:46 — AI Trading Bots: Do They Actually Work?18:25 — Risk Management & How to Cut Your Losses22:14 — Long-Term Investing & Finding the Next 10X Stock25:22 — P/E Ratios, Valuations & Salesforce28:37 — Inflation, the Economy & the Federal Reserve31:09 — Why Our Generation Can't Afford a House40:02 — Credit Card Debt, Interest Rates & Financial Traps43:59 — The Psychology of Trading & Investing47:21 — Robinhood, Acorns & Investing Platforms49:03 — Donald Trump & the Stock Market52:05 — Lawrence's Future & His Federal Reserve Ambitions55:22 — Marriage, Building a Future & Final Thoughts Follow Talk Les Show for real conversations about money, business, relationships, and everything we're figuring out along the way. Disclaimer: This episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute personalized financial or investment advice.

  2. Oct 1

    I Fired My Entire Team & Almost Quit Podcasting…Here’s What Happened

    I Fired My Entire Team & Almost Quit Podcasting... This might be one of the most honest episodes of the Talk Les Show yet. Over the last few weeks, I had to leave my old studio, let go of my production team, rethink the direction of the show, and seriously ask myself whether I even wanted to keep podcasting. Building a podcast and media brand looks easy from the outside, but behind the scenes, there are teams, production, editing, money, deadlines, communication, and a whole lot of things nobody sees. In this solo episode, I’m talking about why I fired my team, almost walked away from the show, why I refuse to settle for mediocre work, and what the next chapter of Talk Les looks like. But y’all know we can’t stay serious for too long. 😂 We also get into dating, relationship dealbreakers, men disappearing for a week, birthday gifts, whether I’d hold my man down in prison, Cam Newton and the infamous pickleball story, the new tennis show, the man vs. bear debate, and a few things I probably shouldn’t have admitted on camera. Talk Less. Do More. Subscribe and drop your questions below for the next solo episode. #TalkLes #TalkLesShow #Podcast #Podcasting #SoloPodcast #ContentCreator #Entrepreneurship #Dating #Relationships #BehindTheScenes #WomenInMedia #CreatorEconomy #Tennis

  3. Sep 24

    Karlous Miller, Navv Greene, Cam Newton, Moneybag Mafia & More | Best of Talk Les Show

    The best Talk Les Show moments so far, all in one episode. From Karlous Miller and Navv Greene to Cam Newton, Moneybag Mafia and more, this compilation brings together some of the funniest, wildest, most honest and unexpected conversations from the show. We’ve talked relationships, money, success, sports, entertainment, life behind the scenes and the things people usually don’t say out loud. Different guests. Different perspectives. Real conversations. If you’re new to Talk Les Show, start here. And if you’ve been watching from the beginning, you already know how many moments we’ve had. This episode closes out one chapter of Talk Les Show as we get ready for what’s next. Subscribe and turn on notifications. We’re just getting started. #TalkLesShow #KarlousMiller #NavvGreene #CamNewton #MoneybagMafia #Podcast #PodcastClips #BestPodcastMoments #PodcastCompilation #CelebrityInterviews #ComedyPodcast #SportsPodcast #EntertainmentPodcast #AtlantaPodcast

  4. Sep 17

    Growing Up in Russia: My Mom Reveals Why I Left at 14

    Why would a mother allow her 14-year-old daughter to leave Russia and move across the world? For the first time on Talk Les, I sit down with my Russian mom for one of my most personal conversations yet. We talk about growing up in Russia, her freedom-based parenting style, why she trusted me to leave home at 14, and how those experiences shaped the woman I am today. We also get honest about living an ocean away from family, Russian culture, childhood memories, relationships, my parents’ marriage, my mom finding real love, and what she truly thinks about the life I’ve built. If you have ever wondered why I am the way I am, this conversation explains a lot. This episode is spoken in Russian with full English subtitles. Like, comment, and subscribe to Talk Les. Let me know what part of our conversation surprised you the most.#TalkLesShow #GrowingUpInRussia #RussianMom #RussianCulture #RussianChildhood #ImmigrantStory #MotherDaughter #FamilyStory #LeavingRussia #LifeInAmerica #Parenting #ChildhoodStories #FamilySecrets #EnglishSubtitles #TalkLes

  5. Sep 10

    Jamie Foxx Believed in EJ Rogers’ AI Music, Then Timbaland Got Him Signed

    EJ Rogers went from being unemployed, raising eight kids and struggling with child support to landing a six-figure music deal using AI. After Jamie Foxx recognized his talent, Timbaland helped open the door that changed his life. EJ sits down with Les to reveal how he created music with Suno, survived a label bidding war and turned years of rejection into his breakthrough. 🍯 This episode is sponsored by HoneyDrip Network.If you want to learn how to trade, HoneyDrip Network offers a free 7-day trial with beginner-friendly education, live trading sessions, market analysis, and a community built to help you grow.👉 Start your free 7-day trial: https://bit.ly/49WflLU Subscribe to Talk Les Show and turn on notifications for more unfiltered conversations.#EJRogers #JamieFoxx #Timbaland #AIMusic #SunoAI #SixFigureDeal #MusicIndustry #RecordDeal #Comedy #IndependentArtist #ArtistInterview #SuccessStory #Motivation #TalkLesShow #MsLesWorld

  6. Sep 3

    Pursuit Reg Says Black America’s Biggest Problem Isn’t Racism

    Pursuit Reg joins the Talk Les Show for an unfiltered conversation about racism, Black culture, victim mentality, and personal accountability. He explains why he believes culture - not race - is holding many people back and challenges everyone to stop making excuses and take control of their lives. They also discuss the immigrant experience, business, digital products, relationships, suffering, and the mindset required to achieve success. Do you agree with Pursuit Reg, or did he take it too far? Watch the full conversation and let us know below.#PursuitReg #TalkLesShow #BlackAmerica #BlackCulture #RacismInAmerica #VictimMentality #PersonalAccountability #CultureAndRace #BlackCommunity #SuccessMindset #EntrepreneurMindset #BlackEntrepreneurship #PersonalDevelopment #ImmigrantExperience #PodcastInterview

  7. Aug 27

    Women Want a Man to Lead, But Only When They Agree | Trill AC

    Women say they want a masculine man who can lead, but what happens when they disagree with his direction? Trill AC joins the Talk Les Show for an unfiltered conversation about masculine leadership, successful women, submission, modern dating, communication, and what it really takes to maintain a healthy relationship. We discuss whether independent women truly make room for men to lead, why women overlook good men for excitement, how men use control in relationships, and why a man’s urgency reveals how seriously he values a woman. Trill also challenges Les on whether she is truly ready for a relationship, and her answer may surprise you. 🍯 SPONSORED BY HONEYDRIP NETWORKIf you have been looking for a sign to start learning how to trade, this is it. HoneyDrip Network is offering a FREE seven-day trial for beginners and experienced traders. 👉 Start your free 7-day trial: https://bit.ly/49WflLU Subscribe and turn on notifications for more unfiltered conversations about dating, relationships, culture, success, and the truths people are usually afraid to say out loud. Would you follow your man’s leadership if you completely disagreed with his decision? Let us know in the comments. #TrillAC #TalkLesShow #ModernDating #RelationshipAdvice #MasculineLeadership

  8. Aug 20

    Him500 Explains How to Turn Attention Into Money

    Him500 responds to scammer claims and explains how to make money online through attention, leverage, events, partnerships, affiliate income, personal brand, and real business systems. In this episode of Talk Les Show, Him500 sits down with Courtside  Les for a conversation that starts with jewelry, culture, Atlanta, the Tony The Closer billboard, and public criticism - then turns into real game on building wealth online. From monetizing events and booking bigger guests through leverage to building multiple income streams, using affiliate partnerships, networking with intention, and creating infrastructure behind your audience, Him500 breaks down why attention alone is not enough. You have to know how to turn it into a business. They also discuss women in business, harassment and boundaries, Circle of CEOs, Invest Fest, money mindset, paying for access, health and discipline, identity, private jets and taxes, credit repair accountability, and what it really takes to learn how to operate once you start making money. 🍯 This episode is sponsored by HoneyDrip Network. If you want to learn how to trade, HoneyDrip Network offers a free 7-day trial with beginner-friendly education, live trading sessions, market analysis, and a community built to help you grow. 👉 Start your free 7-day trial: https://bit.ly/49WflLU Comment below: What do you need to build next to turn your attention into money - an offer, an event, a team, a personal brand, or a stronger system? 0:00 — Intro: Jewelry, Culture & Corny Debates 4:08 — Tony The Closer Beef & The Billboard 6:25 — Circle of CEOs: The Origin Story 8:22 — The David Goggins Conference 16:26 — How to Monetize an Event 21:00 — Booking Big Guests & Leverage 22:07 — Making the Culture Cool 24:59 — Haters, Cancel Culture & Scammer Lists 29:16 — Running Events on a Budget 37:22 — Networking & Building Relationships 39:11 — Invest Fest & Atlanta 44:34 — Money Mindset: No Excuses 50:58 — Paying to Play & ROI 51:34 — How They First Met 58:17 — I Got Rich 'Cause I Was Fat 1:01:30 — Wealth vs. Money vs. Discipline 1:04:56 — Women in Business & Harassment 1:08:19 — Using Identity as Leverage 1:14:54 — Private Jets & Taxes 1:17:57 — Multiple Income Streams 1:20:11 — Credit Repair Scams & Accountability 1:23:23 — What's Next #Him500 #TalkLesShow #MakeMoneyOnline #MarcusBarney #CourtsideLes #business

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🎙️ Join Les on the Talk Les Show for real conversations with athletes, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders. Explore stories of resilience, growth, and success as guests share their journeys and insights on life, sports, business, and personal development. Whether you’re seeking motivation, advice, or just great conversations, this podcast will inspire you to thrive. 🎧 New episodes drop weekly—don’t forget to follow! Stay connected on Instagram: @talklesshow

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  • Creator
    Courtside Les
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    72
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Courtside Les
  • Show Website
    Talk Les Show

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