The Authentic Journey Pod

Waiting for someone else to hand you an opportunity is a losing strategy, and in this solo monologue Ben Beeri argues that most people are stalling their lives by expecting a table to already be set for them. The episode unpacks the "authentic journey" framework — the idea that sharing your own experiences, wins, and struggles gives other people permission to take their next step. He talks openly...

Relationship equity doesn't expire when you stop talking — it just sits there waiting for someone to be proactive. In this solo episode, Ben Beeri argues that most of us undervalue the friends, mentors, and former colleagues we've already built history with, while chasing connection with people we haven't met yet. He unpacks why inaction — not sending the text, not making the call, not...

Being labeled "different" in elementary school can pile up evidence in a kid's mind that something is wrong with them, and in this solo episode Ben Beeri traces that pattern from his own seventh-grade psychiatric evaluation — triggered because his passion for collecting basketball autographs was said to be interfering with school — to the autograph and memorabilia business he has now...

The word "yet" is the difference between a closed sentence and an open future, and in this solo episode, Ben Beeri argues that adding it to every limiting statement is what moves people from stagnation to action. The monologue reframes goal-setting through a single picture metaphor: most people fixate on one point and miss the wider frame holding the house on the hill, the dream relation...

Hitting a seven-figure business at 25 didn't deliver the relief Ben Beeri expected — it reset the scoreboard from 99 back to 01, and that reset is the spine of this solo episode on growth, comfort, and discomfort as a discipline. The host uses two extended metaphors — the basketball scoreboard that only holds two digits, and the fish moving from pond to river to ocean — to explain why the tactics...

Chasing success often stalls when the scoreboard refuses to register the points you know you've earned. In this solo monologue, Ben Beeri reframes that frustration through the metaphor of a 100-foot tree that begins as invisible roots beneath the soil — roots that demand more nurturing than the trunk anyone can see. The episode sits in the broader territory of mindset, delayed gratification, a...

A bad morning doesn't have to define the rest of the day, and this solo monologue from Ben Beeri makes the case that wins compound only when you stay in the day long enough to see them. The host walks through a stretch from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. that felt like loss after loss: a missed auction on memorabilia for his company, a sluggish 2,000-yard swim, a canceled lunch meeting, three and a half min...

Hitting seven figures at 25 did not deliver acceptance, love, or respect — it exposed how much of an identity had been built on performance, revenue, and external validation. In this solo episode, Ben unpacks the gap between the picture on the wall (the seven-figure business, the watches, the cars, the high-status rooms) and the picture behind it: simply wanting to be seen. He describes working 36...

What did you dream about before the world told you what was “realistic”? In this powerful live episode of The Authentic Journey, Ben Beeri leads a transformative experience around rediscovering your childhood dreams, breaking through self-imposed limits, and reconnecting with your true purpose. From early passions to life’s detours, this conversation dives deep into how our dreams evolve—and why t...

What happens when you achieve the dream, win the Super Bowl, sign the big contract… and still have to figure out who you are beyond the game? In Part 1 of this episode of The Authentic Journey, Super Bowl 50 Champion Malik Jackson opens up about his path from a kid in the San Fernando Valley to the NFL, the mindset it took to make it, what it felt like to win on the biggest stage, and the pressure...

What if the reason you feel stuck isn’t a lack of potential… but a lack of recognition, permission, and trust? In this powerful “Living in Love: Soul, Serendipity & Sovereignty 2026” gathering, we explore the real work of self-love: giving yourself grace, letting yourself be seen, and learning how to receive love—not just give it. You’ll hear raw reflections from the room on authenticity, iden...

Joe De Giulio returns to The Authentic Journey for a raw and honest conversation about addiction recovery, faith, masculinity, marriage, and the small daily choices that define your future. From nearly losing his life to preparing for marriage, Joe shares how sobriety, discipline, and leaning into God transformed his path. This episode dives into emotional regulation, perspective shifts, and why t...

In this episode of The Authentic Journey Podcast , Ben Beeri sits down with Nadi Moss to share her powerful journey through addiction, sobriety, healing, and personal growth. Nadi opens up about losing her old lifestyle, finding emotional sobriety, writing her book Staying , and learning how to live from the soul instead of the ego. This conversation is about choosing yourself, finding peace, and...

In Episode 19 of The Authentic Journey , host Ben Beeri sits down with serial entrepreneur Brian Lee —co-founder of LegalZoom, ShoeDazzle, The Honest Company, Arena Club, BAM Ventures, Churchome Global and more. Brian shares how he went from selling Ziploc bags of Halloween candy to building household-name companies, why focus and saying no saved LegalZoom, and how he balances startups with being...

2025 didn’t “end” — it shaped you. It grew you. It revealed you. Reflect & Reveal explores the power of remembrance, authenticity, identity, community, and stepping boldly into 2026 with intention. This isn’t about resolutions — it’s about becoming who you were always meant to be. Your wins, your challenges, and your quiet transformations are all part of your story.**Follow along the video wit...

In Episode 16 of The Authentic Journey , Ben Beeri sits down with Paz Josefzon for a raw, honest conversation about inner child healing, emotionally immature parents, and the patterns that shape our self-worth, relationships, and leadership. Paz shares a powerful realization sparked by unexpected feedback at work and how it revealed a deeper truth about control, safety, and the search for external...

Chef Gianna Nicole joins Ben Berri for a powerful conversation on faith, food, and purpose. Gianna shares how God guided her journey into the culinary world (including a major redirect right before COVID), how she views cooking as a calling to serve, and what she’s learned through health challenges and healing. They also talk practical wellness—whole foods, ingredient labels, meal prep, and why no...

In Episode 15 of The Authentic Journey , Ben Beeri speaks with Nicholas Padini about money, identity, purpose, mindset, and navigating a rapidly changing world. Nick shares powerful insights on financial clarity, personal authenticity, why life feels overwhelming today, and how to build a grounded sense of self. A thoughtful, inspiring conversation designed to help you grow in both your financial...

Ben Beeri and guest George Stern dive into a powerful, raw, and deeply spiritual conversation about ancestry, resilience, authenticity, Kabbalah, trauma healing, spiritual alchemy, the inverted world, and the universal structures that shape our evolution. George shares profound lessons from his family history, his personal awakening, and how confronting darkness leads us into higher consciousness....

Welcome to The Authentic Journey with host Ben Beeri. Episode 13 features a powerful conversation with Joseph Shalaby, founder and CEO of E Mortgage Capital, bestselling author of Rising From the Sands, and a leading voice in business and faith. Joseph reflects on his journey from immigrant poverty to financial success, the mindset required to reach the top 1% in any field, and the spiritual princ...

Welcome to The Authentic Journey with your host Ben Beeri. In Episode 12, Ben is joined by David Sorkin for a powerful conversation about the human journey toward self-understanding. This episode dives into the work we do within ourselves, the moments that shape how we see the world, and the process of finding a voice that belongs to you, not to everyone around you. David brings thoughtful insight...

Welcome to The Authentic Journey with our host Ben Beeri , where faith meets real life and purpose meets passion. In this episode, Ben sits down with Nick Bravo , a spoken word motivational rapper/artist, speaker, and faith-driven creative who’s redefining what it means to walk in purpose. Nick opens up about grit, grace, and generosity, sharing how faith turned his failures into foundations and h...

In this episode of The Authentic Journey , we share a special new version recorded live with our host Ben Beeri and guest speaker David Grundman. Thank you to everyone who joined us in person for this meaningful event. It was a night filled with insight, connection, and inspiration. David Grundman is a spiritual teacher and visionary who helped open the LA Center for Kabbalah, creating a space for...

In this episode of The Authentic Journey , we sit down with the wonderful Colin Snowball for a deep and honest conversation that blends business, spirituality, and personal growth. Colin opens up about his own path, touching on themes like mental health, ego, and the courage it takes to leave your hometown in pursuit of something more aligned and meaningful. We explore what it means to follow your...

In this episode of The Authentic Journey , we sit down with the wonderful Colin Snowball for a deep and honest conversation that blends business, spirituality, and personal growth. Colin opens up about his own path, touching on themes like mental health, ego, and the courage it takes to leave your hometown in pursuit of something more aligned and meaningful. We explore what it means to follow your...