Networking with Nathaniel

Registered dietitian and nutrition coach Maddie joins us to break down the binge‑restrict cycle, why dieting often backfires, and how busy men can rebuild their metabolism, nervous system, and mindset around food.🔹 Who is Maddie? She’s a registered dietician (RD) with a Master’s in Nutrition and Dietetics and completed 1,200 hours of supervised practice to earn her credential.🔹 In this episode y...

Sarah Law has spent the last 16 years transforming the health and vitality of women across the globe. A former professional performer turned naturopathic nutritionist, Sarah shares her journey from the stage to helping thousands of women in their 40s reclaim energy, balance hormones, and break free from chronic health struggles. In this powerful episode, she unpacks the truth about root cause heal...

🔥 Curtis Ray went from back surgeries and financial setbacks… to running sub-5-minute miles and building a $5.9M portfolio using a wealth strategy that Wall Street doesn’t want you to know. In this episode, Curtis breaks down his signature MPI strategy and how he’s helping everyday Americans escape the retirement trap. 💥 What is infinite banking — and how can YOU use it? 💥 Why the 401(k) model...

Join Nathaniel Hovsepian as he sits down with Matias Kalmar, an Argentinian‑born fitness coach who bootstrapped his way into online coaching, built a powerful brand, and isn’t afraid to challenge his clients with tough love while showing up with kindness. Matias shares the mindset, systems, and daily habits that made it all possible. In this episode you’ll discover: How Matias overcame starting fr...

Discipline, fitness, mindset, transformation, fat loss, nutrition, bodybuilding, and mental health are all packed into this powerful episode with Adam Cook. This one is for anyone ready to rebuild their health, body, and habits from the ground up. Adam Cook is a police officer, competitive bodybuilder, husband, and father who once weighed over 250 pounds and could not walk a quarter mile without b...

Kevin Hart is a Louisville-based entrepreneur, real estate investor, and family man who walked away from corporate accounting and insurance to chase real freedom. Today, he owns multiple businesses including Joe HomeBuyer Kentucky, Dumpster Today Louisville, and The Deal Depot. In this episode, Kevin shares his journey from burnout to business owner — and how he’s building self-sustaining teams ac...

She battled body image in the dance industry. Now she’s leading women to love their bodies and move with purpose. In this episode of Networking with Nathaniel , I sit down with Meagan Rawlings (@meagamoves), a former dancer turned fitness coach and entrepreneur who’s redefining what movement, wellness, and confidence really look like. Meagan opens up about: How growing up in dance shaped her self-...

Martin Pytela reveals how metabolic typing, detox, and mindset rewired his health. This is your roadmap for healing beyond symptom control. Welcome to Networking with Nathaniel — Episode 109 with Martin Pytela, founder of Life Enthusiast and an expert in root-cause health restoration. After fleeing communist Czechoslovakia and landing in Canada, Martin faced years of unexplained chronic illness —...

Shawn Kitzman is a 25-year veteran in human performance, an entrepreneur, and founder of The RBLD Project. After 3 years of wholesaling and flipping houses, he made a bold pivot — not because he failed, but because he found something deeper. This episode dives into:Why high-achievers are often misunderstood (and how Shawn connects with them)The real reason you’re still dealing with chronic injurie...

In this episode of Networking with Nathaniel, I sit down with Brett Stewart — a former pastor of 14 years who made the leap into real estate and has since closed over 50+ transactions, scaled his revenue to over $1.2M this year alone, and built a business rooted in both faith and freedom. Brett’s story is one of redemption, abundance, and purpose. From walking through divorce, to finding love agai...

What happens when a Marine’s mission turns inward? In this powerful episode of Networking with Nathaniel, I sat down with Steven Gerraughty — former CBRN section chief in the Marine Corps, now an executive health coach and psychology student — to break down what it really takes to rebuild your life, your health, and your impact. Steven opens up about loss, mental health, sobriety, and how he's...

Mike Crowson, CEO and Co‑Founder of ARFunnel.io, reveals how he's scaling toward $1M months, hosting the transformative Lead Summit for coaches this October, and balancing elite fitness with entrepreneurial hustle. How did a torn pec 10 years ago reshape his mindset and health standards? What’s his 5 am, gym‑first‑thing realm really fuel his performance? How is he building the Lead Summit into...

What if you could turn 20+ acres of raw land into multiple profitable lots without becoming a full-blown developer? In this episode of Networking with Nathaniel, I sit down with Teddy Bens, a seasoned land investor from Greenville, South Carolina, who specializes in subdividing large parcels and selling them for maximum return. Teddy breaks down the exact strategies he uses to find, analyze, and p...

This week on Networking with Nathaniel, we’re diving into mindset, mentorship, and major moves with Brian McMullen—real estate investor, former insurance agent, and legacy builder at 57. Brian walked through fear to launch his own funding business and is now closing on a 24‑unit apartment deal. You’ll discover:How Brian switched from solo underwriting to collaborative scaling. Why action-taking—de...

In 2018, Greg Berney got the call no one wants — “You’re fired.”Instead of letting it break him, that moment became the launchpad for an incredible real estate journey. Today, Greg is a full-time real estate investor, running Joe Home Buyer Triad, celebrating 20 years of marriage, raising three teenagers, and building a business that’s not only profitable but designed to create millionaires on his...

Alyssa Ritchie is redefining what it means to be a mom, entrepreneur, and real estate investor. In this episode, she shares how she built Elite Hub, a 10-woman real estate team, while raising two kids, remodeling her house, and scaling to a $1M wholesale goal. We talk through:What is reverse wholesaling—and why it's changing the gameHow Alyssa balances marriage, motherhood, and managing a comp...

100 episodes in… and for the first time ever, I’m not the one asking the questions. In this special milestone episode, I switch seats with Kevin Schouweiler—executive coach, professional speaker, and podcast marketing expert—who interviews me about the journey behind Networking with Nathaniel. From building relationships to battling doubt, we get raw about what it really takes to stay consistent,...

Carly Grundmann built a $10K/month RV rental business using creative finance — with ZERO money out of pocket. Then she sold it... because she got bored. In this episode of Networking with Nathaniel, Carly shares how she went from flipping RVs to launching an affordable housing mission in resort towns. She's a full-time mom, a fearless entrepreneur, and part of the powerhouse Subto & Gator...

In this episode of Networking with Nathaniel, we sit down with Rhea Campbell — a powerhouse entrepreneur, real estate investor, and devoted mom — who’s built multiple companies, sold one to private equity, and still manages to be present for her family every single day. Rhea drops insight on:Building businesses that are designed to be acquiredLeaving a 22-year commercial real estate career to star...

Erin Puricelli – Building a Real Estate Business with Mindset, Movement & GritWhat happens when a group fitness coach teams up with a real estate attorney and a stubborn dog? You get Erin Puricelli’s real estate rise—fueled by health, hustle, and heart. In this episode, we dive deep into:🔥 How Erin rebuilt after divorce and found her business lane🔥 The secrets to thriving in dual industries:...

🔥 How Justin Freishtat Raised $20M Through Social Media & Is Taking SSGC Public | Private Equity & RE GameWhat does it take to raise $20 million using social media, sit on the board of a public company, and lead a real estate empire — all while preparing to uplist on the New York Stock Exchange? Meet Justin Freishtat — private equity expert, fund manager, and capital-raising powerhouse. I...

What do CrossFit, bug photography, and a golden retriever have to do with entrepreneurship? In this episode of Networking with Nathaniel, we’re joined by Nate LaBrusciano, a Philly-based video producer and brand storyteller who went from being laid off to launching his own business—Shooting Brake Productions—in under a year. When life knocked him down, Nate didn’t fold—he filmed. We talk about the...

Whitney Parkhill spent 15 years climbing the ladder in retail fashion… until grief, burnout, and a $500K profit from selling her house gave her a once-in-a-lifetime chance to bet on herself. And she took it. In this powerful episode of Networking with Nathaniel, Whitney shares:Why she walked away from a high-paying corporate job in 2021How losing her mom radically shifted her life prioritiesWhat i...

🏛️ North Carolina Real Estate Is Under Fire — And Zach Thomas Is Leading the FightZach Thomas, co-founder of Porchlight Advisors, returns to Networking with Nathaniel to break down one of the most controversial pieces of legislation to hit real estate: House Bill 797.This episode dives deep into what HB-797 really means for wholesalers, realtors, and even everyday buyers in North Carolina — and wh...

Josh Rosenfeld, Austin Evans, and Zach Thomas are building a real estate empire—one honest deal at a time. In this episode, the founders of Mint Star Home Solutions and Porchlight Advisors share how they transitioned from working under a flawed mentorship model to launching their own transparent, value-driven real estate operation. How do you scale real estate investing without sacrificing your va...