Real Deal Talk with JD

In this episode, Yigal Adato shares how he learned how everyone is born with leadership qualities inside of them, but you must unlock them. Yigal was born in Istanbul, Turkey and moved go the United States at the age of 2. Growing up in the Jewish community, he was programmed not to say anything for the fear of being judged. He describes the hardships and stress his parent’s went through which mot...

In this episode, Rich Giglio talks about his intense devotion to god, struggles with divorce and mental health issues, cancer, and his passion for music. Rich dives into the hardships he has endured throughout his life, but more importantly, he exemplifies how life allows hard things to happen for the development of one’s spiritual growth. Throughout all of his hardships in life, he has always had...

In this episode, Carlos Gutierrez talks about his journey to becoming the #1 real estate agent in California, his SDSU mascot journey, and the importance of setting goals. Carlos is from Lakeside CA, where he was raised on a farm in the countryside. He learned that working hard was crucial for success. He also emphasizes the importance of gratitude, setting goals, and taking clear action toward ac...

In this episode, Dan Fulkerson talks about his journey of manifestation, starting his law firm, his political standpoint, his manifestations, and the importance of having life perspective. Dan grew up in Idaho with divorced parents but was always taught to consider that being happy is always a priority. He singlehandedly picked up his life and obtained a law firm degree where he is now the Co-foun...

In this episode, Casey LeBlanc shares his life journey of being enrolled in an all-boys Catholic school, joining extracurricular activities, enduring physical injuries, attending college, and becoming the well-rounded individual he always strived to be. Casey grew up in San Jose, California, and had somewhat of a rebellious childhood that alarmed his parents enough to enroll him in a private Catho...

In this episode, Alycia Zimnoch shares her journey through becoming a pageant coach, entrepreneur, and mother. She is originally from a small town in Pennsylvania where she was raised by a Christian family household that rooted her confidence. Such confidence that it made her brave enough to pursue her dreams. Alycia has a “close your eyes and jump” mentality that has helped her find her life pass...

In this episode, Brent Williams, the owner of EMF Pro shares his education path, reasons why technology is harming our bodies and the reasoning behind the start of his company. Brent graduated from Point Loma Nazarene University with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, where he worked as an RN for a decade. He then, studied nutrition, herbal medicine, and acupuncture which led him to study the harms...

In this episode, Moris Adato, the owner of Cash Co Pawn shares his entrepreneurship roots, the hardships of being in an immigrant family, his passion for jewelry, and how his positive mindset helped him overcome adversity. Born in Istanbul, Turkey he immigrated to the United States at a young age where his father began various different businesses that did not take off. With that, he was forced to...

In this episode, Samuel Deuth, the lead pastor of Awaken Church Bressi Campus alongside his wife Katie Deuth, shares his views on the impact that God can have on someone’s life and how a relationship with God can grant anybody strength to overcome life’s biggest mental and emotional obstacles. Having grown up with five siblings he went through life standing by the belief that family trauma is pass...

In this episode, Angela Brannon-Baptiste shares her incredible life story of her time spent throwing extravagant parties at the Playboy mansion with her charities "It's All About the Kids" and "Partying for a Purpose". Her connections there helped elevate her social status and opened up many doors of opportunity. Growing up and navigating the challenges of divorced parents, Angela never had a prom...

In this episode, Lee Ann Yarbor, former Miss Coronado, talks about finding herself in the darkest places early in life. Surrounded by drugs and alcohol, she sought to fill the void of trauma from an absent father. Instead, what she found was even more destructive. Facing rock bottom she managed to dig herself out by attending church, a place that offered her a chance for healing. Now her mission i...

In this episode, Klyn Elsbury talks about her lifelong battle with cystic fibrosis. She explains the hardships of being the outcast in school due to her absence in the classroom which, was a direct cause of continuous hospitalizations. However, the undying support and love her family gave her inspired her to be as active as possible in order for her illness not to paralyze her lungs. Unfortunately...

In this episode, Jon Heinrichs, executive pastor of Awaken church San Diego, delves into his past successes and failures, the miracles he’s experienced, and how his relationship with God has been at the core of it all. Born and raised in San Diego, Jon was on track to be a baseball star when a series of injuries altered his life’s trajectory. Later, Jon experienced the power of faith when he conqu...

In this episode, Greg Banner, a financial planner and pilot photographer, shares the wonders that he's experienced in his life through the art of photography and how it led to him working with the NFL and Padres. In college, Greg had experience as a pilot photographer and then became the photo editor for his college yearbook. This then led him to work as a photographer for a sports magazine and go...

In this episode, Tom Foster, Pastor at Awaken Church, shares his knowledge and his amazing testimony. After going through his parent’s divorce at a young age, he took that trauma and learned from it to become the person he is today. He enlightens others by expressing to be the person God created you to be and to not change or alter what God has given you.

In this episode, Jacques Cesaire, former NFL player for the San Diego Chargers and Defensive Line Coach for Houston, opens up about his life story of growing up living all over the east coast. His parents were immigrants from Haiti and didn't know the first thing about sports so they pushed education on their children. Jacques got into sports and with the help of his brother's encouragement, striv...

In this episode, Ryan shares that he was a non-traditional kid, he was considered "gifted" with his knowledge and incredible skills. Facing many obstacles throughout his life including severe drug addiction and even homelessness, he came full circle to use his intelligence to become a successful director of information security for top companies worldwide.

In this episode, Cory Withrow, former NFL player and owner of King's Craft Coffee, shares his life story of how he became an NFL player and now runs his own business. Cory had a passion for football at a young age and his drive motivated him to push his way to become an NFL player no matter how many times he was rejected. After the NFL, Cory dabbled in sales and titled himself "the world's worst s...

In this episode, Miguel Rodriguez, The Fierce Communicator, dives into his spiritual journey of ups and downs throughout his life. At a young age, Miguel dabbled in drugs until he found God and started the spiritual journey that led him to move to Africa to see what God's mission was for him. After moving back to America, Miguel fell in love and got married. Miguel talks about the obstacles he fac...

In this episode, Cynthia Collins, talks about her life growing up in Compton, how she dealt with being diagnosed with breast cancer and her journey of adopting her beautiful children. Her poverty mindset has impacted her throughout her life and has even helped her in ways. Some would also say Cynthia is a brave and strong woman for taking a holistic approach to her surgery and opting out of recons...

In this episode, Colin shares his miraculous journey of finding God and how he went from being broke, sleeping on his mother's couch at the age of 31 to now owning and operating his company that's on track to do over $100 million this year alone.⁠ Colin, is a Passionate Husband, Father, Business Professional & Marketplace Coach. He is the Principal Owner of Sustainable Interiors with a $50M in...

In this episode, Keith Gallo, fitness trainer at Reps Training, opens up about how he battled his drug addiction throughout his life and how drugs and alcohol took everything away from him. From being a 'full-blown addict' to now promoting health and prioritizing his family and wellness, Keith is now thriving as a dad and granddad and has overcome his struggles to forgive himself.

In this episode, Jason Godinho, co-founder of Katalyst Wellness, shares how his parent's sacrifice for him and his brother influenced him to grow a successful business. He opens up about his recent struggles, from being arrested and spending time in jail, he now runs his business with Katalyst Wellness and prioritizes his health. After taking a circuitous route through college and finishing with a...

In this episode, Tony Jefferson, Pastor at Mt. Sinai Christian Fellowship, opens up about his upbringing and the obstacles he has struggled with to get him to where he is now. Tony was born and raised in San Diego around violence and pain. After being shot, going to jail, and ending up in the hospital years later, Tony chose the path to God and had faith. He is now the Pastor at his childhood chur...

In this episode, Jeff Bristol, co-owner of Fitness Quest 10, opens up about his lifelong battle of dealing with addiction and how he has been able to overcome it to become a successful person now. Between the years of 23-28, Jeff was in and out of jail and rehab and struggled to become clean and sober. Jeff was a former NCAA Wrestler growing up and now promotes health and wellness. He is a Persona...