Free At Last With James Catledge

What separates a serial entrepreneur from someone who tries once and quits? In this episode, James Catledge sits down with Lance Bradford who built one of the largest accounting firms in Las Vegas, advised some of the city's biggest entrepreneurs on tax and business strategy, and has since launched multiple ventures across consulting, medical real estate, and beyond. Lance shares the two foundatio...

Why do most agents fail while a few rise to the top? In this episode, we dive into the mindset, habits, and beliefs that separate winning agents from those who never make it. This conversation covers the employee mindset vs entrepreneur mindset, the real meaning of sales, the power of mentorship, and why trust and relationships matter more than techniques. You'll also hear lessons on coachability,...

What does it really mean to be a top 0.03% performer—and why would someone like that quit a secure job? In this episode of Free at Last with Evan Schlang , we sit down with a top 10 out of 35,000 performer who walked away from corporate security to build a life around commission-based income, entrepreneurship, and family freedom . We break down: Why commission pay can be safer than a salary How on...

In this episode of Free at Last, a board-certified neurosurgeon pulls back the curtain on what most people never hear about peptides, regenerative medicine, and modern longevity science. After performing thousands of brain and spine surgeries, Dr. Jeff Gross explains why he became disillusioned with the traditional "sick care" system — and what led him to explore peptides, stem cells, and biologic...

In this episode, Brad Lea breaks down the real reason why most people never become financially free. From self-image and belief systems to sales, commission, and personal responsibility, this conversation goes far deeper than surface-level money advice.   Brad explains why: You can make a lot of money and still be broke Most people can't out-earn their self-image Mindset comes before skillset — an...

In this episode, Andrew Taylor breaks down the craziest, most unbelievable moments from his years in the field — from knocking doors in dangerous neighborhoods, to being at a client's house during an active robbery, to recruits writing policies while drive-by shootings were happening outside.   But behind the chaos is a deeper message: this industry can change your life if you're willing to outwor...

Most people think they're "on track" financially — but very few actually are. In this episode, we break down how financial scoring + AI is changing the way advisors work with clients, make recommendations, and scale organizations. Instead of opinions, sales pressure, or guesswork, this system uses real math, real data, and real-time AI to show clients exactly where they stand on retirement readine...

In this episode of Free at Last, we sit down with David Leavitt, a world-renowned concierge estate jeweler who deals directly with billionaires, private collectors, and global estates. From rare pink diamonds to multi-million-dollar tiaras worn by Marie Antoinette, David reveals what REALLY happens inside the high-end jewelry market. 💎 Connect With David Leavitt +1 (858) 342-7020 We break down th...

In this episode of Free At Last, host James Catledge sits down with entrepreneur and CEO Nathan Marco to uncover the real mindset of the top 1%. They break down why most people fail to reach success, the toxic comfort of the middle class, and how to build the discipline and pain tolerance required to become financially independent. Nathan became a millionaire across multiple industries — and he re...

Gold just hit $4,200 an ounce — the highest price in history.    In this episode of Free at Last, host James Catledge sits down with gold expert Sami Chalfouh, founder of Great American Bullion, to explain why it's happening and what it means for your money. They break down everything — from the fall of the gold standard, to China dumping U.S. Treasury bills, to the BRICS nations creating their ow...

In this episode of Free at Last, host James Cartlidge sits down with Mohamed Ali, author of The Art of Real Estate Investing, to uncover how Dubai became one of the safest and most profitable real estate markets in the world. From zero property tax and government-backed escrow protection to blockchain-based registration and crypto-friendly transactions, Mohamed breaks down why global investors are...

What if a $1,000 move could save you over $150,000 in taxes? In this episode of Free at Last, host James Catledge sits down with Brent Carlson from Corporate Capital to reveal how the wealthy protect their money and how you can legally do the same.   Brent breaks down the real power of an LLC, how to separate your business from your personal assets, and why states like Nevada and Wyoming give entr...

In this powerful episode, James Catledge sits down with serial entrepreneur and investor Tom Powell — a man who went from growing up poor in Nevada to becoming financially independent, losing $400 million, and rebuilding his success through resilience, curiosity, and execution.   Tom shares exactly what it takes to achieve true financial freedom, from identifying big problems to solve, to building...

How to Overcome Childhood Trauma & Achieve Financial Independence | Reframing Method Explained Learn the powerful reframing technique for healing past trauma without years of therapy.  In this episode, I break down the exact mental exercise I used to transform childhood abandonment into fuel for success. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Why 99% never achieve financial freedom 2:30 - The connection between traum...

🔥 REAL FINANCIAL'S AI REVOLUTION: How 27 Questions Could Transform Your Financial Future Learn More:  https://realfinancial.com/home   In this eye-opening interview, Scott (President of Real Financial) reveals the game-changing AI technology that's disrupting the financial services industry. Discover how their mandatory 27-question assessment is helping agents earn 3-4x the industry average while...

What if I told you the boss who called me on vacation, controlled who I could hang out with, and interrupted my family dinners... is now the reason I'm financially free? In this raw, unfiltered episode of Free at Last, I'm dropping the mask and having a real conversation about what it ACTUALLY takes to achieve financial independence. No guests, no fluff – just me and you talking about the harsh re...

If you want a real, repeatable path to financial independence—not hype—this episode is a masterclass. Andrew Taylor (FFL co-builder, now a partner at Integrity and key driver behind Real Financial's growth) breaks down how he went from grocery-store bagger to financially free in his 20s using life insurance sales, lead generation, disciplined money buckets, and team building. We cover lead funnels...

In our inaugural episode, host James sits down with Brad Lea from Dropping Bombs to break down a simple but ruthless formula: mindset → skill set → habits. We get practical about what "financially free" really means (recurring income exceeding your lifestyle without trading time), why money follows attention, why commission-based roles create leverage, and how to take full responsibility for your...