The Grind and the Glory

Joe Rotbart

The Glory and the Grind with Joe Rotbart dives into the raw truth behind success — the wins that make headlines and the struggles nobody talks about. Each episode brings you into real, unfiltered conversations with surgeons, entrepreneurs, athletes, entertainers, and everyday people who’ve pushed through obstacles to achieve greatness. From the operating room to the boardroom, from personal battles to professional triumphs, this podcast explores the highs, lows, and lessons that define the human journey. Joe isn’t afraid to ask the hard questions, uncover the hidden struggles, and celebrate the victories that come from resilience and grit. Whether you’re chasing your next big goal, building a business, or just trying to navigate life’s toughest challenges, The Glory and the Grind will inspire, challenge, and remind you that success is never a straight line — it’s a grind worth embracing.

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    WE CAN BEAT INTER MIAMI — EVEN WITH MESSI” | Oleksii (Alex) Derkach | The Grind & The Glory

    Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! What happens when European football mentality meets Miami soccer? In this episode of The Grind & The Glory, Joe sits down with Oleksii (Alex) Derkach, Club Operations Manager at Gulfstream Miami Soccer Club, for an unfiltered conversation about football, ambition, and the new chapter being built around Dade County FC. Following the merger between Dade County Football Club and Gulfstream Miami Soccer Club, Alex brings a strong European football perspective to the conversation — from player development and club culture to the differences between American soccer and the European game. And things get controversial. Joe makes one of his boldest predictions yet: Dade County FC can beat Inter Miami’s first team — even if Lionel Messi is playing. They also discuss: ⚽ The Dade County FC and Gulfstream Miami Soccer Club merger ⚽ European football culture vs. American soccer ⚽ Why promotion and relegation changes everything ⚽ The development of young players in the United States ⚽ MLS and Inter Miami academies ⚽ Dade County FC’s international and Eastern European influence ⚽ Baller League and Ronaldinho ⚽ Blaise Matuidi and his connection to the project ⚽ Building a true “people’s team” for Miami-Dade ⚽ The ambition to take Dade County FC to the professional level This isn’t just a conversation about soccer. It’s about building a club, creating a culture, developing players, and challenging the established football system in Miami. Could Dade County FC really compete with Inter Miami? Let us know what you think in the comments. Subscribe to The Grind & The Glory for more conversations about sports, business, ambition, sacrifice, and what it really takes to succeed. #TheGrindAndTheGlory #OleksiiDerkach #DadeCountyFC #GulfstreamMiami #InterMiami #LionelMessi #Messi #MiamiSoccer #Football #Soccer #MLS #BallerLeague

    WE CAN BEAT INTER MIAMI — EVEN WITH MESSI” | Oleksii (Alex) Derkach | The Grind & The Glory

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The Glory and the Grind with Joe Rotbart dives into the raw truth behind success — the wins that make headlines and the struggles nobody talks about. Each episode brings you into real, unfiltered conversations with surgeons, entrepreneurs, athletes, entertainers, and everyday people who’ve pushed through obstacles to achieve greatness. From the operating room to the boardroom, from personal battles to professional triumphs, this podcast explores the highs, lows, and lessons that define the human journey. Joe isn’t afraid to ask the hard questions, uncover the hidden struggles, and celebrate the victories that come from resilience and grit. Whether you’re chasing your next big goal, building a business, or just trying to navigate life’s toughest challenges, The Glory and the Grind will inspire, challenge, and remind you that success is never a straight line — it’s a grind worth embracing.