Chosen Life Podcast

On The Chosen Life Podcast, Jonathan A. Hacohen sits down with Lahav Reznik of Forest Hill Legacy to talk about relationships, legacy, and what really drives success in real estate. Lahav breaks down why chasing commissions fails long term, why every client deserves the same level of care, and how one small lease turned into a multi-million-dollar relationship. They also unpack the limits of AI, t...

On The Chosen Life Podcast, Jonathan A. Hacohen sits down with George Tremis to close out 2025 and reset for 2026 the right way. They break down why motivation fades fast, why discipline matters more, and how systems turn goals into results. Jonathan shares personal examples around health family and routine while George explains why implementation separates talkers from doers. This episode gives a...

On The Chosen Life Podcast, Jonathan A. Hacohen sits down with George Tremis to break down inbox zero with a simple system that works for real life. They talk about why inbox clutter creates stress, missed messages, and even work problems, then lay out a reset plan that starts with one move and one follow up folder. Jonathan explains the ten follow ups rule, why email is for incoming mail only, an...

On The Chosen Life Podcast, Jonathan A. Hacohen sits down with George Tremis to share a deeply personal journey through chronic foot pain, misdiagnosis, and the search for real answers. Jonathan opens up about years of being told he had gout, only to later discover pseudo gout caused by calcium crystal buildup. They explore inflammation, lifestyle choices, diet, exercise, and why treating symptoms...

On The Chosen Life Podcast, host Jonathan A. Hacohen sits with Elena Saradidis for a rapid-fire round on Toronto real estate, negotiations, and habits behind top performance. Elena shares her buyer framework, the pick two rule between price, location, and must-haves, plus why staging is mandatory in today’s market. They cover how to handle low offers, why resale looks strongest right now, and the...

On The Chosen Life Podcast, host Jonathan A. Hacohen sits down with Elena Saradidis for a rapid-fire real estate session built from AI-suggested questions. Elena breaks down what this Toronto market means for buyers, sellers, and investors, and why opportunity exists on every side if your reason is strong. She shares her buyer rule of picking two between price, location, and must-have list, plus h...

On The Chosen Life Podcast, Elena Saradidis joins Jonathan A. Hacohen to break down the house versus condo decision for buyers and investors. They cover budget first, then lifestyle, then long-term resale risk. You’ll hear a clear take on condo maintenance fees, reserve funds, and why fees over one dollar per square foot hurt resale. They also dig into replacement cost and why some investors keep...

In this week’s episode of The Chosen Life Podcast, host Jonathan A. Hacohen (@chosenlawyer) continues his conversation with Natalie Weed from RE/MAX Realty Specialists. From motherhood and fitness to leadership and personal growth, Natalie opens up about what life looks like beyond real estate and politics. She shares how parenting, discipline, and daily habits shape her success and the lessons th...

In this episode of The Chosen Life Podcast, host Jonathan A. Hacohen (@chosenlawyer) talks with Natalie Weed from RE/MAX Realty Specialists about her path from real estate to national politics. She shares stories from her time in Stephen Harper’s office, lessons learned from the campaign trail, and what drives her commitment to public service. They discuss leadership, confidence, and how family sh...

In this episode of The Chosen Life Podcast, host Jonathan A. Hacohen (@chosenlawyer) sits down with Natalie Weed, Managing Broker at RE/MAX Realty Specialists, to talk about finding unexpected success in real estate. What began as an unplanned career became a journey of purpose, mentorship, and growth. Natalie shares how saying yes to the unknown led her to a career she truly loves. SUBSCRIBE TO T...

In this episode of The Chosen Life Podcast, host Jonathan A. Hacohen (@chosenlawyer) sits down for one final conversation with Mississauga MPP Sheref Sabawy to talk about what it really takes to enter politics. From public speaking fears and volunteer work to learning how to lead with purpose, Sheref offers advice to young people who want to make a difference. He also reflects on passion, persiste...

In this episode of The Chosen Life Podcast, host Jonathan A. Hacohen (@chosenlawyer) continues his conversation with Mississauga MPP Sheref Sabawy. From overcoming obstacles as a new immigrant to fighting for his wife’s right to practice medicine in Canada, Sheref reveals the personal struggle that pushed him into public service. He opens up about advocacy, discrimination, and why he felt a duty t...

In this episode of The Chosen Life Podcast, host Jonathan A. Hacohen (@chosenlawyer) and M. Wajahat Faizan sit down with Sheref Sabawy, MPP for Mississauga–Erin Mills, to share his inspiring story of resilience and reinvention. From growing up in Alexandria, Egypt, to building a new life in Canada, Sheref opens up about his journey from IT professional to public servant. They discuss the immigrant...

In this episode of The Chosen Life Podcast, host Jonathan A. Hacohen (@chosenlawyer) wraps up his three-part conversation with Luke Chao, founder of the Morpheus Clinic for Hypnosis in Toronto. Luke reveals what really happens during a hypnosis session, why rational thinking is key to lasting change, and how self-love often lies at the root of personal transformation. They explore why so many fear...

In this episode of The Chosen Life Podcast, host Jonathan A. Hacohen (@chosenlawyer) continues his candid conversation with Luke Chao, founder of the Morpheus Clinic for Hypnosis in Toronto. Jonathan shares his personal journey of overcoming a lifelong fear of flying through guided hypnosis and what he learned about reframing fear, letting go of “what if” thinking, and trusting the truth of the mo...

In this episode of The Chosen Life Podcast, host Jonathan A. Hacohen (@chosenlawyer) sits down with hypnotist Luke Chao, founder of the Morpheus Clinic for Hypnosis in Toronto. Luke shares his journey from a transformative Vipassana retreat to building a clinic that focuses on confidence, clarity, and mindset change. They discuss the myths and misconceptions around hypnosis, why most people don’t...

In this episode of The Chosen Life Podcast, host Jonathan A. Hacohen (@chosenlawyer) wraps up a three-part conversation with Mississauga City Councillor Alvin Tedjo. Alvin shares his inspiring story of meeting Barack Obama as a young poli-sci student, the lessons he took from that encounter, and how it shaped his path in politics. From local leadership to family, community, and the future of Missi...

In this episode of The Chosen Life Podcast, host Jonathan A. Hacohen (@chosenlawyer) continues the conversation with Mississauga City Councillor Alvin Tedjo. Alvin shares the story behind his In Camera podcast, his reflections on running provincially, municipally, and even for mayor, and why different levels of politics demand different hats. From affordability to leadership lessons, this candid d...

In this episode of The Chosen Life Podcast, host Jonathan A. Hacohen (@chosenlawyer) sits down with Mississauga City Councillor Alvin Tedjo to explore his journey from immigrant roots to elected office. Alvin shares how his upbringing shaped his passion for education and politics, why local government can make the biggest difference, and the lessons he’s learned about leadership, community, and cr...

In this episode of The Chosen Life Podcast, host Jonathan A. Hacohen (@chosenlawyer) sits down with Greg Carrasco, Canada’s Car King, for a rapid-fire session on life, cars, and legacy. From his love of the Nissan GT-R and Ford Raptor to his passion for watches, family, and even future plans in politics, Greg shares unfiltered insights with his trademark energy. This candid conversation shows the...

Host Jonathan A. Hacohen (@chosenlawyer) welcomes radio personality and auto industry leader Greg Carrasco for a powerful episode of The Chosen Life Podcast. Greg shares his unexpected journey from outspoken atheist to leading a faith-based radio hour, the marketing mindset that built his Car King persona, and why true happiness comes from helping others. From cars to community, this conversation...

In this episode of The Chosen Life, host Jonathan A. Hacohen (@chosenlawyer) sits down with Greg Carrasco, the “Car King,” to unpack his incredible journey from broke and barely speaking English to becoming one of the country’s most recognized automotive figures. Greg shares how loyalty, timing, and relentless perseverance fueled his success in business and life, along with the lessons he’s learne...

On this episode of The Chosen Life, host Jonathan A. Hacohen (@chosenlawyer) sits down with Member of Parliament Melissa Lantsman to explore the unfiltered truth of political life. From the intensity of public service to the sacrifices behind the scenes, Melissa opens up about balancing identity, leadership, and staying grounded while representing her community. It’s a conversation that goes beyon...

Melissa Lantsman, Deputy Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada, joins Jonathan A. Hacohen on The Chosen Life to break down Canada’s biggest challenges heading into the 2025 election. From skyrocketing debt and housing shortages to immigration reform and energy development, Melissa shares what the opposition plans to do differently, and why Canadians need more than just a change in leadership....

Host Jonathan A. Hacohen (@chosenlawyer) welcomes back re-elected MP Melissa Lantsman for a candid follow-up conversation. From navigating victory and national disappointment to staying grounded in her Thornhill roots, Melissa opens up about leadership, political change, and why she still believes better days are ahead. SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST ► https://www.youtube.com/kormans🔗 Get a free consul...