JDS podcast

In this bold and unfiltered episode of the JDS Podcast, host Joshua Agbontaen sits down with Mylena Sutton — widely known as “The Leadership Fanatic,” a consultant and growth coach who challenges people to confront the conversations they’ve been avoiding. Mylena’s philosophy is simple but confronting: #AllLeadershipIsPersonal. The way you show up at work is the same way you show up at home — and t...

In this inspiring and creative episode of the JDS Podcast, host Joshua Agbontaen sits down with Steve Arnold — an entrepreneur, inventor, and tourism innovator based in Atlantic Canada. Steve is known for doing what most people only talk about: turning unusual ideas into real-world experiences. From solar-powered harbour cruises with Ride Solar to experimental hospitality concepts like rotating ho...

In this high-energy and practical episode of the JDS Podcast, host Joshua Agbontaen sits down with Rob Tracz — a high-performance coach, speaker, and creator of the Prime Performance Process. Rob helps entrepreneurs and leaders break through stagnation and build sustainable momentum in both life and business — without burning out. Through his six core principles — Resilience, Intentionality, Clari...

In this powerful and insightful episode of the JDS Podcast, host Joshua Agbontaen sits down with Rebecca Bertoldi — a Heart-Centered Marketing Architect who is redefining how coaches and wellness brands connect with their audience. With over 20 years of marketing experience, Rebecca blends positive psychology, neuroscience, and NLP to help entrepreneurs attract aligned clients through authentic, t...

In this high-energy and unconventional episode of the JDS Podcast, host Joshua Agbontaen sits down with Paul Eric Pape — TEDx speaker, creative entrepreneur, and the mastermind behind Gamify Business. Known as “Santa for Nerds,” Paul has spent over 20 years building a thriving creative business, working with major brands like Disney, Universal, and Nickelodeon — all while rejecting traditional bus...

In this eye-opening episode of the JDS Podcast, host Joshua Agbontaen sits down with Paul Musson — a veteran investment professional with over 30 years of experience and the author of Capital Offence: Why Some Benefit At Your Expense. Having led billions in assets and worked at the highest levels of the financial world, Paul now dedicates his time to breaking down complex economic systems into cle...

In this intriguing and eye-opening episode of the JDS Podcast, host Joshua Agbontaen sits down with Rita Dickinson — an experienced frequency healer with over 6 years of helping individuals restore balance in their bodies and lives. After undergoing multiple surgeries with no clear medical answers, Rita turned to frequency healing — a decision that transformed her health and set her on a path to h...

In this thought-provoking episode of the JDS Podcast, host Joshua Agbontaen sits down with NaRon Tillman — pastor, podcast host, mindfulness coach, and AI visionary. NaRon Tillman is a dynamic leader blending spirituality, neuroscience, and artificial intelligence to help individuals and leaders find clarity in a noisy, fast-changing world. As Pastor of One Ministries in New York City and CEO of P...

In this powerful and no-nonsense episode of the JDS Podcast, host Joshua Agbontaen sits down with Chris Woods — Certified Professional Coach, former Google sales leader, and author of Balls & Brains. Chris Woods brings decades of experience as a four-time global C-suite executive, having operated at the highest levels of business under intense pressure. But behind the success story was a deepe...

In this powerful and refreshing episode of the JDS Podcast, host Joshua Agbontaen sits down with Rebecca Wilson — an award-winning executive coach, speaker, and mindfulness teacher helping leaders thrive from the inside out. With over 15 years of experience in corporate strategy and leadership development, Rebecca works with high-performing executives, founders, and change-makers who want to quiet...

In this powerful and deeply inspiring episode of the JDS Podcast, host Joshua Agbontaen sits down with Teddy Bloom — an engineering technician, endurance athlete, and the man behind Ride4Rights, a cross-country cycling journey with a purpose far greater than the miles. Teddy set out from the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco with one mission: to ride across the United States to Washington, D.C.,...

In this gripping and insightful episode of the JDS Podcast, host Joshua Agbontaen sits down with Eric Robinson — a recently retired FBI Special Agent with over 24 years of experience in some of the most intense areas of law enforcement. From counterterrorism and crimes against children to gangs, public corruption, and white-collar crime, Eric has seen it all. He also served 15 years as a SWAT oper...

In this powerful and inspiring episode of the JDS Podcast, host Joshua Agbontaen sits down with Chanoa Inez — author of Dream On and creator of MAGNETIZE YOUR PERSONAL BRAND™. Chanoa helps individuals rebuild their lives after loss, setbacks, or major life transitions by combining personal transformation with intentional personal branding. After years of dealing with residual grief, she discovered...

In this powerful and thought-provoking episode of the JDS Podcast, host Joshua Agbontaen sits down with Gloria Vanderhorst — a psychologist with over 50 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families navigate emotional growth and healing. Gloria has spent decades working closely with men and boys, uncovering a deep truth: many men are raised in a culture that limits their emotional...

In this deeply thought-provoking episode of the JDS Podcast, host Joshua Agbontaen sits down with Barry Deeks — self-published author, writer, and producer of his own psychological drama film The Man Who Can. Barry’s story is unlike most. After surviving a catastrophic road accident that left him temporarily unable to speak, he turned inward — using writing and thought as tools for survival, ident...

In this deeply moving and expansive episode of the JDS Podcast, host Mazi Josh sits down with Gazit Chaya Nkosi — a neurocomplex coach, mystic, and guide who helps individuals navigate trauma, identity, and nervous system healing. Gazit shares their powerful journey through autism, C-PTSD, chronic overwhelm, and decades of inner struggle — and how they found a path toward self-acceptance, emotiona...

In this powerful episode of the JDS Podcast, host Joshua Agbontaen sits down with Brett Gallant — founder of Adaptive Office Solutions and host of The Adaptive Mindset podcast. A few years ago, Brett was burned out, overwhelmed, and struggling with his health at 349 pounds while running a successful IT company. Instead of staying stuck, he made a decision to rebuild — his body, his mindset, and hi...

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of the JDS Podcast, host Joshua Agbontaen sits down with Mike Wood — creator of the Learn To Love Being You program, a transformative 10-week journey designed to help individuals take control of their thoughts, heal from past pain, and build a genuine sense of self-worth. Mike’s story is one of resilience and transformation. From learning how to read at...

In this powerful episode of the JDS Podcast, host Joshua Agbontaen sits down with Marla Ballard — CEO of YU2SHINE and Director of Unconquerable mE®, a veteran-focused leadership initiative. YU2SHINE is a globally recognized personal development company pioneering Quantum Personal Development, and was named by Forbes in 2024 as a leader in the space. With over 30 years of leadership experience, Mar...

In this powerful episode of the JDS Podcast, host Joshua Agbontaen sits down with Jill Clair — co-founder of Erin Marie Books and a publishing strategist who has helped over 100 entrepreneurs turn their ideas into published books that build authority, income, and long-term business growth. Jill has also generated over $5 million in client results through her work helping coaches, consultants, and...

In this powerful episode of the JDS Podcast, host Mazi Josh sits down with Carl Richards — a 3x bestselling author, TEDx speaker, podcast host, and founder of Podcast Solutions Made Simple. With over 25 years behind the microphone, Carl has mastered the art of communication, storytelling, and influence. From radio to stage to podcasting, he has helped countless coaches, consultants, and experts tu...

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of the JDS Podcast, host Mazi Josh sits down with Johnzelle Anderson — licensed therapist, writer, and author of Mixtape: A Memoir. Johnzelle uses storytelling as a tool for healing, truth, and transformation. In his debut memoir, he shares a raw and lyrical journey through trauma, identity, race, and resilience — growing up mixed race in 1990s Virginia...

In this deeply powerful and courageous episode of the JDS Podcast, host Mazi Josh sits down with Dr. Patricia A. Grenelle — retired forensic psychologist, therapist of over 40 years, and author of We Were a Nice Normal Family. At 74, Patricia shares her story with raw honesty — a story of childhood sexual abuse, narcissistic trauma, and the long journey toward healing and reclaiming personal power...

In this powerful episode of the JDS Podcast, host Mazi Josh sits down with Dr. Jacopo Iasiello — CEO of Luxury and Wealth Group, real estate investor, entrepreneur, and author. From growing up in Naples, Italy, to building a global business empire, Jacopo’s journey is one of resilience, discipline, and vision. After a career-ending soccer injury at 17, he pivoted into entrepreneurship — launching...

In this deeply emotional episode of the JDS Podcast, host Mazi Josh sits down with Julia Lindenthal — a storyteller, advocate, and emerging speaker turning personal tragedy into purpose. On November 9, 2024, Julia lost her father suddenly. What made it even more shocking was that he appeared healthy and in great shape. It was only after an autopsy that her family discovered the cause: aortic disse...