Maxxed Out with Todd Pultz

Todd Pultz

The most entertaining place to talk about Business, Wealth & Real Estate. We will bring extraordinary real life events that mix with entrepreneurship in unique ways

  1. 06/19/2025

    FBI Most Wanted Mom - $80 Million In Mortgage Scam | Portia Louder

    In this unforgettable episode, Todd Pultz sits down with Portia Louder, a former successful real estate investor and photographer whose life took a dramatic turn when a series of poor decisions led her into a multi-million dollar mortgage fraud scheme. She shares everything—from the knock on the door by the FBI to her 7-year federal prison sentence, the emotional toll it took on her family (including her husband being charged), and the journey of redemption she experienced behind bars. Now a TEDx speaker, published author, advocate, and mentor to incarcerated women, Portia is using her voice to impact lives and reform how society views those who’ve fallen… and gotten back up. This is a raw, real, and deeply human conversation about wealth, loss, prison reform, true crime, and second chances. You don’t want to miss this. 🔥 TIMESTAMPS & CHAPTERS: 00:00 – Intro: Meet Portia Louder 02:15 – From Photography to Real Estate: Building an empire 06:40 – The FBI Comes Knocking: The beginning of the end 09:05 – The Fraud Explained: How the mortgage scam unfolded 12:30 – Family Fallout: When your husband gets charged too 16:20 – Sentencing Day: 7 years in federal prison 20:00 – Prison Life: Mental breakdowns, healing, and reflection 24:45 – Becoming a TEDx Speaker & Author: Finding purpose 28:30 – Helping Women in Prison: Advocating for hope and reform 32:10 – Final Thoughts & Redemption 📲 FOLLOW PORTIA LOUDER:     •    📸 Instagram: @portia.louder     •    🎥 TikTok: @portia.louder     •    📘 Facebook: Portia Louder     •    📺 YouTube Channel: Portia Louder - Official Channel     •    🌐 Website: www.portialouder.com 📖 Book: “Living Louder: A Compassionate Journey Through Federal Prison” – Available on Amazon and through her website. 🎤 TEDx Talk: “Women in Prison: What You Don’t See” – Watch Here  Follow me for more podcast updates: https://www.instagram.com/toddpultzofficial/ https://www.facebook.com/toddpultz/ https://www.youtube.com/toddpultzofficial/ https://www.tiktok.com/toddpultzofficail/ 🧨 KEY TOPICS:     •    Real estate and white-collar crime     •    How mortgage fraud works     •    FBI raids and federal indictments     •    The emotional cost of crime     •    Women in federal prison     •    Prison reform and criminal justice     •    Redemption and second chances     •    Speaking your truth and owning your past     •    Becoming an advocate, speaker, and author #PortiaLouder #ToddPultz #MacStopPodcast #TrueCrimePodcast #MortgageFraud #WhiteCollarCrime #FederalPrison #RealEstateFraud #Entrepreneurship #PrisonReform #TEDxSpeaker #RedemptionStory #SecondChances #RealEstateInvesting #IncarceratedWomen #FromPrisonToPurpose 🧠 If you’re building wealth, navigating hard truths, or chasing your own comeback—this is your episode. Hit play.

    1h 26m
  2. 06/13/2025

    From Hardwood to Home Sales: The Andrew Gaydosh Playbook

    In this electrifying episode, host Todd Pultz sits down with real estate powerhouse Andrew Gaydosh to explore his journey from Division I basketball courts to leading one of the Midwest’s top-performing real estate teams. Andrew shares insights on building a successful brokerage, cultivating high-performing teams, and the parallels between athletic discipline and real estate excellence. 🧠 About Andrew Gaydosh Andrew Gaydosh is the founder and team leader of Andrew Gaydosh & Associates, operating under eXp Realty in Dayton, Ohio. With over 31 years in the industry, Andrew has achieved more than $1.4 BILLION in closed sales and has been recognized as one of the top real estate professionals in the country. His accolades include being the youngest Broker/Owner in the RE/MAX system in 1995, induction into the RE/MAX Hall of Fame, and receiving the National Association of Realtors’ “30 Under 30” honor. A former four-year letter winner in basketball at the University of Dayton, Andrew applies the same dedication and teamwork from his athletic career to his real estate endeavors.    ⏱️ Episode Timestamps     •    00:00 – 03:45 | Introduction: From the Court to Closing Deals     •    03:46 – 10:15 | Andrew’s Early Career and Transition into Real Estate     •    10:16 – 17:30 | Building a Top-Tier Real Estate Team     •    17:31 – 25:00 | Leveraging Athletic Discipline in Business     •    25:01 – 32:45 | Navigating Market Challenges and Opportunities     •    32:46 – 40:00 | Mentorship and Developing Future Leaders     •    40:01 – 47:30 | Innovations and Technology in Real Estate     •    47:31 – 55:00 | Andrew’s Vision for the Future of Real Estate     •    55:01 – 60:00 | Closing Thoughts and Advice for Aspiring Realtors  🔑 Key Takeaways     •    Discipline Transcends Fields: Andrew discusses how the discipline from his basketball career has been instrumental in his real estate success.     •    Team Building: Insights into creating and managing a high-performing real estate team.     •    Adaptability: Strategies for navigating the ever-changing real estate market.     •    Mentorship: The importance of guiding and developing upcoming talent in the industry. 📱 Connect with Andrew Gaydosh     •    Website: thegaydoshteam.com     •    Instagram: @andrewgaydosh     •    Facebook: Andrew Gaydosh Realtor    📱 Connect with Todd Pultz     •    Instagram: @ToddPultzOfficial     •    LinkedIn: @ToddPultzOfficial     •    Twitter: @ToddPultzOfficial     •    TikTok: @ToddPultzOfficial     •    Facebook: @ToddPultzOfficial     •    Threads: @ToddPultzOfficial 🎧 Listen Now Tune in to gain valuable insights from Andrew Gaydosh’s remarkable journey and discover strategies to elevate your real estate career.

    1h 19m
  3. 06/13/2025

    Men Don’t Choose Women: Hsanni Scott Matthews on Poetry, Power & Purpose

    In this compelling episode of the MAXXED OUT Podcast, host Todd Pultz sits down with the brilliant Hsanni Scott Matthews—a filmmaker, poet, playwright, and CEO of Soul Fire Productions. We dive deep into her journey from the creative arts world of Dayton, Ohio to building her own production company. This conversation is raw, inspiring, and loaded with gems for anyone interested in entrepreneurship, storytelling, business, poetry, relationships, and real talk. Hsanni doesn’t hold back—she opens up about:     •    The business side of being a creative     •    Her fiery, soul-shaking poetry     •    The role of gender dynamics in relationships: Does the man choose the woman, or the woman choose the man? This episode will challenge your mindset and elevate your perspective. Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro to Hsanni Scott Matthews 04:30 – Founding Soul Fire Productions 12:15 – How poetry transforms lives 20:45 – Gender roles & relationship dynamics 30:00 – Books affect relationships  38:20 – Advice to creatives & entrepreneurs 45:01 – Closing thoughts & contact info Follow Hsanni Scott Matthews: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hsanniscott Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hsanniscott TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hsannisscottmatthews Follow Todd Pultz (@ToddPultzOfficial): Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toddpultzofficial Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/toddpultzofficial TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@toddpultzofficial YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@toddpultzofficial Subscribe for more episodes featuring top entrepreneurs, creatives, and thinkers. If you’re passionate about wealth, entrepreneurship, relationships, mental health, and creative power, this is your show. #MaxxedOutPodcast #HsanniScottMatthews #Entrepreneurship #PoetryAndPower #BusinessAndCreativity #MediaAndMentalHealth #ToddPultz #SoulFireProductions

    1h 2m
  4. 05/15/2025

    From Addict To Celebrity: Damon Darling

    In this compelling episode of the Maxed Out Podcast, host Todd Pultz sits down with renowned comedian and viral sensation Damon Darling. Damon shares his raw and inspiring journey from battling alcoholism and facing life’s lowest points to achieving sobriety and skyrocketing success in stand-up comedy and social media. This episode is a testament to resilience, transformation, and the power of chasing one’s dreams. ⏱️ Timestamps:     •    0:00 – Introduction to Damon Darling     •    2:15 – Early life and struggles with addiction     •    10:30 – The turning point: Choosing sobriety     •    18:45 – Discovering comedy and early performances     •    25:00 – Building a social media empire     •    32:20 – The “Got a Dollar?” series and its impact     •    40:15 – Reflections on success and future aspirations     •    48:00 – Closing thoughts and advice for listeners 📱 Connect with Damon Darling:     •    Instagram: @damondarlingofficial     •    TikTok: @damondarlingtv     •    YouTube: Damon Darling TV     •    Facebook: Damon Darling TV 📱 Connect with Todd Pultz: https://www.instagram.com/toddpultzofficial/ https://www.facebook.com/toddpultz/ https://www.youtube.com/toddpultzofficial/ https://www.tiktok.com/toddpultzofficail/ 📢 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the Maxed Out Podcast on your favorite platform. Share this episode with friends and family who could use a dose of inspiration and laughter!

    1h 54m
  5. 05/15/2025

    Suicide Kills Men Four Times As Much

    In this deep and powerful episode of MAXXED OUT, Todd Pultz sits down with the incredible John Pawelski Jr.—a current law enforcement officer turned real estate expert, entrepreneur, and leader of a successful mortgage company. We talk real business, real family, and real struggles—and peel back the layers of what it takes to build lasting wealth, manage your mental health as a man, and transition from a high-stress career into something that fuels your soul. John shares his raw journey from badge to boardroom—how he shifted from public service to entrepreneurship, scaled his mortgage company, and continues to give back to first responders through charity and community work. This one is packed with game-changing advice, personal breakthroughs, and the kind of conversation that men—and entrepreneurs—need to hear more of. Get ready for one of the most real and unfiltered convos we’ve ever had. KEYWORDS & PHRASES (SEO Optimized): Real estate investing, mortgage industry insights, mental health for men, entrepreneurship, transitioning careers, building generational wealth, family and business, first responder support, charitable entrepreneurship, real estate career path, how to start a mortgage company, wealth mindset, real talk for men, emotional wellness in business TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 – Intro: Who is John Pawlowski Jr.? 04:12 – Law Enforcement Life: The stress, purpose, and breaking points 10:45 – The Mental Health Struggles No One Talks About 17:30 – Transitioning from Cop to Realtor: Identity, risk, and hustle 22:10 – Starting His Mortgage Company: Building from scratch 30:00 – Serving First Responders Through Business and Charity 35:42 – Why Mental Fitness Is Just As Important As Financial Fitness 42:15 – Family Life, Legacy, and What Truly Matters 48:00 – Rapid Fire Gold Nuggets for Business, Wealth, and Life 54:10 – Final Thoughts: John’s Message to Men Who Are Struggling CONNECT WITH JOHN PAWELSKI JR.: Instagram: @lpawelski_723 Facebook: John Pawlowski Jr. CONNECT WITH TODD PULTZ  @ToddPultzOfficial on all platforms

    56 min
  6. 04/07/2025

    From Quarterback to Comeback: The Sterling Henton Story

    What happens when your NFL dreams stall and your name is tied to a crime you didn’t commit? Sterling Henton, former Tennessee Volunteers quarterback, turned DJ and motivational powerhouse, opens up about football, failure, fame, and the comeback that changed everything. Now co-authoring a book with Shark Tank’s Kevin Harrington, this is one episode you don’t want to miss. Episode Summary: In this power-packed episode of the Maxxed Out Podcast, host Todd Pultz sits down with Sterling Henton—aka “Sterl the Pearl”—to talk about his rise as a Tennessee Volunteers quarterback, the unexpected turns his life took after college, and how he fought through adversity to build a second act more powerful than the first. From being falsely accused and cleared of passing a bad check to co-writing “The Comeback Code” with Shark Tank’s Kevin Harrington, Sterling shares what it takes to bounce back—and win. This episode is a must-listen for fans of football, entrepreneurship, real estate investing, personal development, and those hungry for real comeback stories. Timestamps & Topics Covered: 00:00 – 02:15 – Intro to Sterling Henton     •    From Passaic, NJ to SEC football     •    Why his story still resonates decades later 02:16 – 10:45 – College Glory & Life After the Game     •    QB days at the University of Tennessee     •    When the NFL didn’t call—finding a new identity 10:46 – 18:30 – From Gridiron to Entertainment     •    Becoming “Sterl the Pearl”     •    Transitioning into music, TV, and motivational speaking 18:31 – 26:00 – Falsely Accused: The Turning Point     •    His legal challenge and public perception     •    How he was cleared and how he mentally bounced back 26:01 – 34:15 – The Comeback Code with Kevin Harrington     •    What the book means to him     •    Lessons on business, entrepreneurship, and building your personal brand     •    How to create a comeback in real life 34:16 – 40:00 – Mindset & Motivation     •    What keeps Sterling going     •    Advice for athletes, entrepreneurs, and anyone facing tough odds 40:01 – 42:00 – Todd’s Takeaways + Final Words     •    Recapping the comeback formula     •    What listeners can apply immediately Featured Book: The Comeback Code Co-authored by Sterling Henton and Kevin Harrington (original Shark on Shark Tank)     •    Available now on Amazon     •    A blueprint for turning breakdowns into breakthroughs Follow Sterling Henton (“Sterl the Pearl”)     •    Website: sterlthepearl.com     •   https://www.instagram.com/sterl_thepearl/     •    https://www.facebook.com/Sterling L Henton/     •   https://www.youtube.com/Voices of the Valley Interview/ Connect with Todd Pultz & Maxxed Out    Follow me for more podcast updates: https://www.instagram.com/toddpultzofficial/ https://www.facebook.com/toddpultz/ https://www.youtube.com/toddpultzofficial/ https://www.tiktok.com/toddpultzofficail/   Website: MaxxedOutPodcast.com (Coming Soon) Keywords: Sterling Henton, Sterl the Pearl, Tennessee Volunteers QB, college football comeback, Kevin Harrington book, Shark Tank entrepreneur, real estate podcast, business podcast, motivational podcast, comeback stories, Todd Pultz podcast, Maxxed Out Podcast, athlete to entrepreneur, overcoming legal challenges, football mindset, sports leadership, real estate

    1h 21m

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